Raising kids was never meant to be done alone. In this episode of The Dad Shift Podcast, we talk about the importance of having a village, the reality of modern parenting, and why so many dads feel like they have to figure everything out on their own.

Are we missing something our parents had?
Is independence hurting how we raise our kids?

Let’s talk about it.

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How much does it really cost to raise a child from birth to age 18? Recent estimates put the number at over $300,000, and that’s before college. In this episode of The Dad Shift Podcast, Lo Brown, with special guest Francei Brown, breaks down the real financial side of parenting, the hidden costs people don’t talk about, and how families can better prepare.

From diapers and daycare to groceries, school activities, clothes, healthcare, and unexpected expenses, this is a real conversation every parent and future parent should hear.

The Dad Shift Podcast explores fatherhood, finances, growth, and the modern realities of family life.

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Welcome back to The Dad Shift Podcast. In this first episode, I’m reintroducing the podcast and setting the foundation for this new chapter. We’re talking growth, fatherhood, mindset, life lessons, and the real experiences that come with becoming a better man, dad, and leader. This is more than just a comeback; it’s a reset with new energy and the same mission. If you’re on your own journey of growth, purpose, and elevation, this is the place for you.