Course Content
Section 1 – Welcome to Fathering Foundations
Help dads feel comfortable, understand what the course covers, and recognize that they are not alone in their challenges.
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Section 3 – Navigating the New World of Single Parenthood
Total Time: ~1.5 Hours
Objective:
Help fathers understand the realities of single parenthood and provide actionable strategies to navigate challenges while building a secure, nurturing environment for their children.
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Section 4: Being the Best Dad for Your Kids
Objective:
Empower fathers to step into their role as the best version of themselves for their kids by providing actionable strategies, mindset shifts, and practical activities. This section focuses on emotional presence, positive communication, self-improvement, and long-term vision for their fatherhood journey.
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Section 5: Co-Parenting with Your Ex
Objective:
Equip dads with practical strategies to navigate co-parenting with their ex in a way that minimizes conflict and prioritizes the well-being of their children. This section focuses on effective communication, setting boundaries, and creating a healthy co-parenting environment, with an emphasis on the benefits for both dads and kids.
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Section 6: What to Expect for Your Future
Objective:
Prepare dads for the emotional, financial, and personal changes they can expect as they navigate life after separation or divorce. This section focuses on personal growth, setting long-term goals, and embracing the future with optimism and confidence. The aim is to empower dads to see their challenges as opportunities to become stronger, healthier, and more engaged fathers.
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Fatherhood 1
About Lesson

Key Message:
Life has changed, but it’s not the end of your fatherhood journey. It’s a new chapter that requires adjustments, but you can thrive in this new role.

Discussion Points:

  • Acknowledge the emotional and practical challenges of transitioning to single parenthood.
  • Emphasize that single parenthood doesn’t mean you’re alone—you’re still an important and capable father.
  • Recognize the emotional weight of parenting without a partner.

Video Prompt:

Title: “The Reality Check: Embracing Single Parenthood”
Length: ~5–7 minutes
Script Example:
“Being a single dad wasn’t the plan. Maybe you’re feeling a little lost, or like you’ve been thrown into a job you weren’t trained for. Guess what? You’re not alone. The good news is, you’ve already taken the first step by showing up for this course. Let’s figure out how to thrive in this new chapter.”

 

Action Steps

Reflection Exercise:

    • Write down how your day-to-day life has changed since becoming a single parent.
    • Identify one emotional challenge and one practical challenge you’ve faced.

Positive Reframe Activity:

    • List three things you’re doing well as a single parent.
    • Example: “I’m showing up. I’m working hard. I’m putting my kids first.”