THE DAILY DAD is a thoughtfully curated daily devotional full of inspiring quotes and advice—one page, one quote, one insight, one idea a day—that’s the path to getting better and wiser and stronger and more resilient.
Instead of a parenting book you read one time as a sleep-deprived new parent, THE DAILY DAD provides 366 accessible meditations on parenthood, written to be read as a passage per day over the course of a year.
This daily devotional will help parents of all stages find inspiration and advice in the lifelong job of being a parent. Drawing on quotes and stories from history, pop culture, literature, and psychological research, each entry will provide a memorable lesson on being the role model your child needs, and the parent you aspire to be.
The list of brilliant and successful men and women who journaled reads like a who's who of history: Marcus Aurelius. Anne Frank. Leonardo da Vinci. Frida Kahlo. Nelson Mandela. Joan Didion. Theodore Roosevelt. Virginia Woolf.
THE DAILY DAD JOURNAL brings this transformative practice to modern parenthood, offering a structured path to becoming the parent you aspire to be.
Each day presents a single, thoughtful question about parenthood, family, and what matters most. You'll write a brief response, and the next year on the same date, you'll answer the same question. By year five, you'll have a remarkable record of growth, change, and continuity.
While you write for yourself—for clarity, growth, and presence—you’re also creating something extraordinary for your children. Begin today. Keep the practice, and let it keep you.
Designed to withstand the test of time, the leatherbound editions are full of features that will allow the books to be passed down to your children and generations to come.
Exclusive to our new hand-made, leatherbound Editions of The Daily Dad andThe Daily Dad Journal:
- Genuine leather. This luxurious leather cover not only elevates the book’s appearance, but adds lasting durability, making it a timeless keepsake.
- Custom box (The Daily Dad Only). Keep your special edition protected and beautifully displayed in a custom-designed box. With unique foil logos and a quote from Ryan, it’s perfect for both gifting and collecting.
- Premium paper. Hand crafted with 80gsm Munken cream paper, your book is printed on pages made to withstand daily use, providing a pleasant reading experience every day.
- Endsheets & ribbon. Thoughtful details like vinyl endsheets and a sewn ribbon ensure your place is marked with ease and sophistication.
- All New illustrations. All new hand-drawn illustrations for each section of the book that make the most important concepts memorable.
"After decades of studying the best parenting books, I realized parents need daily guidance to help raise good, compassionate children. That's why I created The Daily Dad—a collection of timeless stories and insights to support you in actively loving and guiding your children every day." —Ryan