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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333: Mothering Like A Boss. How to Mother Like A CEO [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 22:16
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332: Communicating With Your Teenager [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 15:57
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331: Preparing for the Worst: Disaster Preparedness for Parents [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 35:17
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330: Teenage Depression [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:05:35
Teenage Depression Is your teenager pulling away, struggling with depression, or feeling stuck in a cycle of anxiety? Welcome to The Impactful Parent, hosted by Kristina Campos. In this powerful episode, we dive deep int…
329: New Years Resolutions for Parents of Teenagers [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 22:42
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328: Resiliency in Parenthood (How to be resilient and how to teach it) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 27:21
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327: Beginner Makeup and Skincare For Your Daughter [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 34:19
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326: Preventing and Supporting A Teen With Substance Abuse [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 41:56
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325: Understanding Adolescent Anxiety [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 24:00
Understanding Adolescent Anxiety Is your teenager struggling to cope with the overwhelming wave of modern life? You are not alone, and we have the guidance you need! In this vital episode of The Impactful Parent podcast,…
324: What parents need to know to prevent childhood sexual abuse [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 37:52
Preventing Childhood Sexual Abuse What if the one conversation you’ve been avoiding is the one that could save your child’s life? Join Kristina Campos, founder of The Impactful Parent, as she tackles one of the most crit…