Welcome to PapHero, a space for real talk about fatherhood and parenting created by Austin Wilcox. Here, we delve into the joys and challenges of being a dad, offering honest insights that resonate with parents navigating the ups and downs of family life. From practical parenting tips to heartfelt stories about raising kids, PapHero is dedicated to fostering a supportive community where fathers can share their experiences and learn from one another. Join us as we explore topics like child development, work-life balance, and the importance of active fatherhood, all aimed at empowering dads to be the best they can be for their children.
21 January 2026
How to Guide Your Child Through Anxiety Around Friendships
Friendships are a huge part of childhood. From the sandbox to the schoolyard and into the tween and teen years, friendships shape how kids see themselves and the world. But what happens when your...
20 January 2026
Brain Development in Infants: How to Encourage Curiosity
As parents, we often wonder what’s happening inside our baby’s tiny head. How are they making sense of the world around them? Are they learning even when they seem to just be staring at the...
19 January 2026
Navigating the Challenges of Permissive Parenting
Parenting isn’t easy. We all know that. But when your parenting style leans heavily toward the “anything goes” end of the spectrum, you might find yourself facing a unique set of challenges....
18 January 2026
How to Recognize Anxiety in Your Child Before It Escalates
As parents, we wear a lot of hats—cook, teacher, cheerleader, nighttime story reader, and emotional safety net. But sometimes, underneath our child’s giggles and chatter, there’s something...
17 January 2026
Balancing Digital Freedom and Safety for Preteens
The moment your child grabs a tablet or asks for their first smartphone, your parenting radar starts buzzing. You want to keep them safe, but at the same time, you don’t want to wrap them in...
16 January 2026
How to Create a Peaceful Household With Clear Discipline Practices
Let’s be honest for a sec: raising kids can feel like herding caffeinated cats. You love them so dang much —but wow, they sure know how to test every fiber of your patience. If bedtime battles...
15 January 2026
How to Tackle Seasonal Chores with Your Children
Parenting is a whirlwind. Between school runs, grocery trips, and everything else, keeping up with seasonal chores can feel like adding more weight to an already overflowing plate. But here`s a...
14 January 2026
Creating Special Moments with Multiple Children
Parenting more than one child can sometimes feel like trying to juggle flaming swords while riding a unicycle… on a tightrope… in the wind. It’s chaotic, unpredictable, and downright...
13 January 2026
Building Trust with Your Teen: A Parent’s Roadmap
Let’s be honest—parenting teens can feel like navigating a maze with blindfolds on, while juggling flaming torches. One minute they’re laughing at your dad jokes, the next they’re rolling...