12. Dads Are the Real-Life Superheroes - A Honest Discussion about Fatherhood, Masculinity, & Leadership with Zia Hassan

We Don't Deserve Men

This engaging episode explores the unique superpowers of parents, especially fathers, through personal anecdotes and experiences. It covers the transition into fatherhood, the role of structure provided by a dad, and the journey of nurturing a child's growth. The conversation highlights balancing family values, effective communication in parenting partnerships, and the evolution of a father's role over time. It touches on handling newborns, asserting authority, household responsibilities, and maintaining a united front with a partner. Additionally, the episode dives deep into raising boys, modeling healthy emotional expression, and setting boundaries to prepare children for independence. Practical advice on balancing career and family life, avoiding over-commitment, and enjoying cherished parenting moments is also shared, alongside insights into the responsibilities of teaching kids independent thinking and the joys and challenges of active fatherhood. 00:00 Introduction: Exploring Parental Superpowers 00:29 The Early Days of Fatherhood 01:11 Finding My Role as a Dad 01:34 The Importance of Structure and Independence 04:51 Sleep Training: A Turning Point 23:55 Balancing Vulnerability and Strength 26:00 Teaching Emotional Intelligence 38:46 Exploring the Evolution of Humor as a Dad 39:48 The Role of Humor in Shielding Emotions 42:52 Navigating Assertiveness and Masculinity 49:14 Balancing Household Responsibilities 53:35 The Importance of Communication in Relationships 01:04:25 Career Shifts and Fatherhood 01:10:05 The Joys and Challenges of Fatherhood Resources & Links for Zia: https://www.firststepsdad.coach/ https://www.ziahassan.coach/ https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ziahassan https://ziahassan.blog/ https://ziahassan.space/now Get in touch: Email: [e-mail] IG: @wedontdeservemen Website: https://fxm.global/