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.
4 September 2025
Teaching Accountability: How to Help Kids Own Their Actions
We all want our kids to grow up into responsible, confident, and independent adults. But let’s be real—raising kids who take ownership of their actions (without throwing a tantrum or blaming...
3 September 2025
Helicopter Parenting: When Should You Step Back?
Picture this: you`re standing on the sidelines of your child`s soccer game, heart racing, practically coaching from the bleachers. You`re biting your tongue during their homework meltdowns,...
2 September 2025
Emotional Milestones: What to Expect and How to Support Your Child
Raising kids is a wild ride, full of surprises, laughter, and a fair share of `am I doing this right?` moments. While we often focus on developmental milestones like walking and talking, emotional...
1 September 2025
Safeguarding Your Child’s Mental Health in a Digital Age
Let’s face it—raising kids in the 21st century is like trying to navigate through a jungle of TikToks, Instagram filters, and never-ending YouTube videos with a flashlight and a compass made in...
31 August 2025
The Wonder of Mirror Play: Helping Your Baby Learn Self-Awareness
Have you ever caught your baby staring wide-eyed into the mirror, totally mesmerized by the adorable face staring back? That moment of awe isn’t just cute—it’s a powerful building block in...
30 August 2025
Simple DIY Toddler-Friendly Montessori Activities
There’s something utterly magical about watching a toddler explore the world with wide eyes and curious fingers. Isn’t it fascinating how the tiniest things—a spoon, a button, or a clothespin...
29 August 2025
How to Encourage Siblings to Celebrate Each Other's Successes
It’s no secret that sibling relationships can be a complicated mix of love, rivalry, and instinctive competition. One minute they’re best friends building pillow forts, the next they’re...
28 August 2025
Building Problem-Solving Skills in Toddlers and Preschoolers
If you’ve ever watched a toddler figure out how to fit a square block into a round hole (and get mad when it doesn’t work), then you’ve seen the earliest signs of problem-solving in action....
27 August 2025
The Role of Play in Teaching Self-Control and Discipline
When you think of playtime, what comes to mind? Maybe a room full of toys, wild giggles, and kids bouncing off the walls. Sounds chaotic, right? But here’s the thing: play isn’t just about fun...