Nurturing Dads

Coconut Telegraph

“Dadvertising” is the new catchword for reflecting fathers as responsible nurturers and caregivers in major ad campaigns. Dads are featured in Pantene “Dad ‘Do” commercials, Disney ads, and even a Daddy/Daughter ad for The Force Awakens. Children First has been ahead of the cultural curve since the fall of 1999 when the first Nurturing Dadsclass was held. The Nurturing Dads Initiative raises awareness of the vital role fathers play in the lives of their children and families. Today, 191 classes have been completed and 1,873 men have “graduated.” This free course begins in the Fall, 2016.

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