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Avoiding the “Roommate” Stage in Your Relationship: How to Stay Connected and Rekindle the Spark
Every relationship has its ups and downs, but one of the most challenging stages couples can face is the “roommate” phase. This is when you and your partner coexist under the same roof, share responsibilities, and live your daily lives together, but the intimacy, passion, and emotional connection have faded. It can feel like you’re…
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Parenting as a Team: How to Navigate Parenthood Together
Parenting is one of the most rewarding yet challenging journeys we’ll ever embark on. It’s a role that requires patience, understanding, and a lot of teamwork. Whether you’re new parents just starting out or seasoned pros looking to refine your approach, working together as a team is essential to successfully navigating the ups and downs…
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Nutrition for Busy Dads: Simple, Healthy Meals to Fuel Your Day
As a dad, your schedule is likely packed from the moment you wake up to the time you (finally) get to relax. Between work, family, and everything else life throws at you, finding time to prioritize nutrition can be a real challenge. But eating healthy is essential, not just for your own well-being, but for…
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Weekly Workout Plan for Busy Dads: Quick & Effective Workouts in 30 Minutes or Less
Juggling work, family, and personal time can make it feel impossible to fit in a workout. But staying active is key to keeping up with the demands of being a dad. That’s why I’ve created a simple weekly workout plan designed specifically for busy dads. Each session takes 30 minutes or less and can be…
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Fitness for Busy Dads: How to Stay Fit When You Have Zero Time
Being a dad means your schedule is often packed to the brim—work, family time, household responsibilities, and squeezing in a little rest when you can. Finding time for fitness in the middle of all this can seem impossible. But staying healthy and fit is essential—not just for you, but for your family too. The good…
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Dealing with Dad Stress: How to Keep Your Cool in the Chaos
Let’s talk about something we don’t always bring up but definitely feel: stress. Whether you’re a new dad or you’ve been doing this fatherhood thing for a while, stress is inevitable. From balancing work deadlines to sleepless nights, dirty diapers, and everything in between, the weight of it all can sometimes feel like too much…
Fatherly Balance – Journey of Modern Fatherhood
Navigating Fatherhood, Career, and Life with Purpose and Style.
This is how it all started…
Hey there! I’m Connor, the dad behind Fatherly Balance. I’m a proud father, husband, and a guy who’s learning (sometimes the hard way) how to balance fatherhood, career, and personal growth. Like many dads out there, I’m constantly navigating the challenges of being present for my family while also pursuing my own passions and goals.
I started this blog to share my experiences, offer advice, and connect with other dads who are on the same journey. Whether it’s juggling diapers and deadlines, finding time for fitness, or simply trying to stay sane in the chaos of it all, I’m here to explore what it means to be a modern dad.
Through Fatherly Balance, I’ll share tips on parenting, lifestyle, health, and relationships, and most importantly, how to find the balance between them all. I’m not an expert, just a dad figuring things out one day at a time—and hopefully, we can figure it out together.
Thanks for stopping by! Let’s keep this conversation going and support each other as we aim for that elusive balance in life.
Connor Wakefield
Accountant, Dad, Husband, Blogger