#153 Engaging Reluctant Dads: Strategies for Shared Success

Join host Jeff Noble in this week's episode of The FASD Success Show as he sits down with Dr. Mike Howlett, a dedicated father, and veterinarian, who shares his personal and professional experiences in navigating FASD within his family.

In his professional capacity Mike or Dr. Mike is a full time small animal Veterinarian with a background education in Engineering and Biology before pursuing his Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree. Along the way he pursued his interests in Aviation earning his commercial pilots license, Level 1 fire-fighter training and just for fun went to clown school and worked as a children's entertainer. In his home life Mike has been in a committed relationship with his wife of 25 years, is the father of 2 special needs children, fur dad to 2 Golden Retrievers and a Boston Terrier collected from his work along with being a faithful servant to his 2 household cat masters.

Tune in to hear Jeff and Mike discuss the specific challenges and perspectives fathers face, as well as:

• Understanding the Role: Exploring the unique position fathers hold in caregiving and the common obstacles they encounter that may lead to reluctance in fully engaging with their children’s needs.
  
• Balancing Acts: Dr. Mike shares how he navigates his demanding career while being an active and present caregiver, offering strategies for dads to manage and compartmentalize professional stress alongside family responsibilities.
  
• Championing Advocacy: Dads will learn practical tips to effectively advocate for their children within their home and school systems, ensuring their kids receive the support and accommodations they need.
  

This episode is a call on all fathers to step forward, engage, and embrace their pivotal role in the journey of FASD caregiving. 

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