351: Why Good Dads Retreat (And How Mothers Can Help Them Step Up!)

351: Why Good Dads Retreat (And How Mothers Can Help Them Step Up!)

Author: Impactful Parent August 19, 2026 Duration: 29:14
Why Good Dads Retreat (And How Mothers Can Help Them Step Up!) Have you ever asked your partner for a little help around the house or with the kids, only for it to spiral into a debate, a silent shutdown, or a full-blown argument? 🛑 You aren’t nagging—you just want a partner who is as invested in the day-to-day chaos as you are. So why do so many well-meaning, loving fathers retreat when we want them to step up? In this episode of The Impactful Parent, host Kristina Campos sits down with Dr. Binyamin Rothstein, author of ”A Real Man’s Guide to Becoming a Terrific Dad.” Together, they unpack what is really happening behind male withdrawal and share practical, game-changing mindset shifts mothers can make to empower fathers without criticism or shame. 📌 What You’ll Discover in This Episode: The ”Mama Bear” vs. ”Queen” Dynamic: How unintentional micro-corrections (like re-folding laundry or reloading the dishwasher) disempower men—and how to shift into a supportive dynamic that invites him to lead [04:29]. Stop Correcting, Start Appreciating: Why letting go of perfectionism opens the door for your partner to step up big time [11:09]. Intimacy & Relationship Health: How emotional connection and open communication revive passion and trust in marriage [17:07]. Why Dads Need Male Support Networks: Encouraging fathers to build strong friendships and connection groups [22:20]. The One Phrase to Shift Your Marriage: Dr. Rothstein’s powerful response to turn relationship friction into a team effort [28:15]. 👉 Connect with Dr. Binyamin Rothstein: Get the book ”A Real Man’s Guide to Becoming a Terrific Dad” or claim your free 30-minute consultation: http://www.beaterrificdad.com 👉 Join The Impactful Parent Community: Visit the main website for guides, tips, and articles: https://theimpactfulparent.com Download the FREE Impactful Parent App on iOS & Android so you never miss a parenting tip to help your family! 🔔 Enjoyed this video? Don’t forget to Like, Subscribe, and Share this episode with a friend or fellow parent who needs to hear this today! Video Reference: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gB6Q9N1GpkU #Fatherhood #DadLife #SupportingDads #DadInvolvement #RaisingKids #ParentingTeam #DadsOfInstagram #ParentingPartners

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Author: Language: English Episodes: 50

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Podcast Episodes
354:  Preparing Neurodivergent Teens for College [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 26:38
Preparing Neurodivergent Teens for College Is your neurodivergent teen truly ready to step onto a college campus and take charge of their independence? Transitioning from high school to higher education is a massive leap…
353: Unmotivated Boys. What can parents do? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 47:16
Unmotivated Boys. What can parents do? Is your son losing his drive, disengaging from school, or spending all his time glued to screens? You’re not alone, and it’s not just in your head! In this episode of The Impactful…
352: Sibling Sexual Abuse Support [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 34:44
Sibling Sexual Abuse Support Did you know that suppressed childhood stress and boundary violations can actually manifest as unexplained chronic physical pain later in life? In this vital episode of The Impactful Parent,…
349: Grandparents are Important too. [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 34:28
Have you ever felt like raising kids today requires a manual, a therapist, and three extra sets of hands? What if the missing piece to solving your child’s anxiety, screen time battles, and daily stress isn’t another par…
348: How to Stop Teen Push Back: The Brain Science of Conflict Management [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 31:22
How to Stop Teen Push Back: The Brain Science of Conflict Management Picture this: It’s Tuesday night. You ask your teenager a simple, reasonable question about their homework or chores. Suddenly, you’re locked in a high…
336: Emotional Intelligence for Dads [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 27:35
Emotional Intelligence for Dads Are you running yourself ragged trying to provide for your family, only to realize you’re too exhausted to actually enjoy them? Dads, let’s be honest. Somewhere between rushing to sports p…
346: Internet Safety: Teaching Critical Thinking to Teenagers [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 34:14
Internet safety: Teaching Critical Thinking to Teenagers If a stranger walked up to your teenager on the street and tried to manipulate what they believed, you’d step in instantly. But it’s happening every single day, co…
345: When the Silent Treatment Goes Too Far [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 39:16
The Silent Treatment In this powerful episode of The Impactful Parent, host Kristina Campos pulls back the curtain on the subtle, quiet dynamics that drain a mother’s energy and erode her confidence. Kristina is joined b…
344: The Questions Teens Are Really Asking! [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 30:49
What Teens Are Really Asking In this episode, Kristina Campos and Jenny Colman dive deep into the digital world adolescents navigate today, revealing the unspoken questions and curiosities teens have about relationships,…