EPISODE · Jan 26, 2026 · 59 MIN
E3: A Bereaved Dad’s Journey From Loss To Purpose (ft. Matt Whitehouse)
from Dad Always · host Kelly Jean-Philippe
How has Dad Always helped you redefine fatherhood after your loss?On today's episode, Matt Whitehouse retraces the day his daughter Callie died, how grief transformed his identity, and how the right type of communication, counseling, and community helped him rebuild. He shares why he now supports bereaved dads and how a daily 10K run in 2026 honors Callie’s tenth birthday.Key Takeaways:• Lily Mae Foundation and Still Parents Podcast• The hospital day that changed everything• Powerlessness and the shock after loss• Identity split before and after grief• Communication as a lifeline for dads• How friendships shift and mature• Turning pain into purpose and service• Planning a 10K-a-day tribute in 2026• Early progress update and lessons learnedRELALTED EPISODESStill Parents: Grief, Identity, & PurposeTalking Platitudes With Still Parents Podcast (2025 BLAW mini series)If you want to stay in the loop of what's going on at Dad Always, go to dadalways.com to join the email list to receive updates. Theme Music: "Love Letter” was created using AI as a creative tool, with lyrics and direction shaped by the personal experiences and emotional intent of the host.Show Music from SoundstripeAzalea by Ghost BeatzIgnorance Is Bliss by LibertyYesterday, I Lost A Day by GLASWINGImagination by PALA
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