Divorced, Separated, Live-Away Dads

Whether through divorce, separation, deployment or other circumstances, some fathers & stepfathers don’t live with their kids. We call them Live-Away Dads.

Successful Live-Away Dads are the pioneers of fathering. Even as they father from a distance, they teach the rest of us how to father with intention, integrity and good purpose. We believe that every live-away dad or stepdad—if he has the courage, compassion, and loyalty— can build a strong, positive relationship with his daughter, putting the well-being of his child before anything else.

Here are some resources from and for Live-Away Dads (& Live-With Moms) to nurture a close, positive and fun Dad-Daughter relationship.

12 Tips for Live-Away Dads
The Live-With Mom’s Tips for Supporting Dad-Daughter Bonds
10 Tips for Dads & Stepdads with Daughters
The Dads & Daughters Blog
Dads & Daughters on Divorce
A Few More Minutes with Your Child
Yes, You are Angry & Hurt
Remarried Fathers: Strengthening Your Dad-Daughter Relationship
Communicating With Your Children's Mother