Shane sits down and chat with other dads he admires about there experience of being a dad. Asking some tough questions about the challenges they have experienced which brings the wisdom that we can all use to help our experience of being a dad.
Each chat will be full of the ups and downs, because that's what parenthood is about. Learning as we go from our own experiences and others.
With all the challenges will come plenty of joy and humour.
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Shane sits down and chat with other dads he admires about there experience of being a dad. Asking some tough questions about the challenges they have experienced which brings the wisdom that we can all use to help our experience of being a dad.
Each chat will be full of the ups and downs, because that's what parenthood is about. Learning as we go from our own experiences and others.
With all the challenges will come plenty of joy and humour.
Dr. Stephen Carbone on Parenthood, Mental Health & Legacy
From One Dad To Another
56 minutes 2 seconds
5 months ago
Dr. Stephen Carbone on Parenthood, Mental Health & Legacy
In this heartwarming and insightful episode, we welcome Dr. Stephen Carbone—a proud new grandfather, seasoned father, and long-time mental health advocate. Stephen shares his reflections on becoming a dad in the late ‘80s, the joys and chaos of grandparenting, and how the landscape of parenting has changed across generations.
We talk about everything from sleep-deprived newborn days to silly bedtime routines, and why the "old school" ways sometimes still hold value. Stephen also opens up about his work in mental health, including his founding of Prevention United, and shares crucial advice for dads on looking after their own mental health in today’s fast-paced world.
🍼 Key Moments:
00:01 – Fortnight check-in: sick households, new baby-meets-grandma moment
01:30 – Guest intro: Dr. Stephen Carbone, Freya’s dad and Reggie’s granddad (previous guest Joel's father-in-law)
07:00 – Steve's reflections on becoming a dad in the 1980s
12:00 – Finding out he was going to be a granddad and Reggie’s early challenges
14:45 – Comparing parenting across generations
24:00 – The evolving pressures of fatherhood: financial, digital, and emotional
33:00 – Steve’s advice for new dads managing their mental health
39:00 – The birth of Prevention United and the importance of early intervention
45:00 – An epic poo story, naturally.
🌱 Resources Mentioned:
Prevention United
Beyond Blue
Headspace
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From One Dad To Another
Shane sits down and chat with other dads he admires about there experience of being a dad. Asking some tough questions about the challenges they have experienced which brings the wisdom that we can all use to help our experience of being a dad.
Each chat will be full of the ups and downs, because that's what parenthood is about. Learning as we go from our own experiences and others.
With all the challenges will come plenty of joy and humour.
