Get out of survival mode—tonight.
You’re not failing—you’re just figuring it out alone.
This zero-fluff, proven system for single dads written by a developmental psychologist (and fellow single dad) will help you stabilize your new home and get a handle on co-parenting—fast.
Templates for meal planning.
Co-parenting scripts that lower conflict.
Kid-steady routines for morning and night.
Survival Guide for Single Dads
An effective and comprehensive playbook written by a developmental psychologist, university professor, and single dad.
List Price: $37
Introductory Price: $27
• Download link delivered instantly via email
• Works on phone/desktop
• Built for dads in separation/divorce or loss
• Evidence-based
Compare Your Options:
Single coaching session: $150-$300
Divorce recovery courses: $200-$500
Trial and error: time-intensive and painful
Single dad courses: $600
This guide: $27, instant download, immediately useful.
30-Day “Try-Everything” Guarantee
Use every template. Test every routine. Try the co-parenting scripts.
If after 30 days you don't feel more in control, email me at hello@thedadschool.org. I'll refund every penny—and you can keep the guide. Why? Because this works. I used these exact systems, and I've seen hundreds of dads turn chaos into calm. That's how confident I am this will work for you.
Evidence-based. Single dad-tested.
Written by someone who gets it.
I'm Dr. David Kyle Bond—developmental psychologist, licensed clinician, and most importantly, a single dad who's been exactly where you are.
When I went through my separation, I realized all the resources were for two-parent homes or moms. Single dads were an afterthought.
So I built what I needed—a practical system that works on your worst days. No lectures. No judgment. Just steps that actually help.
This isn't theory. It's a battle-tested playbook from someone who's lived it.
Wrote the entire online course on Attachment Relationships for Arizona State University (ASU).
Has taught over 2,000 people to increase their understanding of attachment theory, parenting, burnout, stress management, boundaries, resilience, effective communication, and handling uncertainty.
What’s Inside:
Budget triage for single-income or split-expense realities.
15-minute meal system + template.
“Kid-steady” morning, after-school, and bedtime routines.
Clear guidance on how to stabilize your home life and give the kids the structure they need.
Practical checklists, scripts, and routine templates you can use immediately.
Even on low sleep.
Home reset: laundry, dishes, inbox, and calendar control.
Transition plans for hand-offs, overnights, and new schedules.
Mental resets for when the wheels feel wobbly.
Co-parenting scripts that lower conflict and set boundaries.
Everything you need, easily applied. No need to waste time reinventing the wheel.
Topics Covered:
Key Factors That Support Stability
Money: Budget Triage & Efficiency
Meals: A 15-Minute System
Routines: Morning / After-School / Bedtime
Home Reset: Chores & Calendar
Co-Parenting: Scripts & Boundaries
Transitions & Overnights
Relationships & Dating Pace
Identity Changes
Who Is This For?
Dads navigating separation, divorce, or loss who want a plan that prioritizes their kids’ stability and their own bandwidth.
Dads who value clear tools over theory and want to feel in control again.
Dads who want to know they’re doing everything they can to be the single father their kids deserve.
Dads who are already doing pretty well but know things could be better.
You don’t need a pep talk. You need a plan.
This guide gives you everything you need to survive as a single dad.
"Read it on Sunday, used it Monday. Bedtime took 30 minutes instead of 60.”
-T.C., Austin, TX, 2 kids
“The meal system alone paid for itself in a week. $120 less in takeout costs.”
- J.B., Seattle, 1 kid
“My house now runs like a well oiled machine. Tense exchanges have also become neutral.”
- A.M., Chicago, 2 kids
Frequently Asked Questions
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Yes. Many dads use this guide during separation before divorce is final. The routines, budgeting, and co-parenting scripts work whether you're separated, divorcing, already divorced, or have been a single dad for years. If your kids are staying overnight with you—or about to—this guide applies.
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Instant PDF download; check your email.
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Included scripts address both situations. Use what fits.
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Section One is designed for same-day wins; most dads see relief in week one.
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No; it’s practical guidance. For legal/clinical needs, consult licensed pros.
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30-day, no-questions-asked refund guarantee. Send us an email at hello@thedadschool.org and we’ll get you taken care of.
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This guide is not the same thing as the class, but the content is just as applicable.
It’s like the difference between playing golf in a simulator by yourself and actually playing the back nine with your buddies in real life.
This guide gives you everything you need to survive the transition into single fatherhood.
The classes provide all of that along with social support, live Q&A with an expert, and nine hours of easily-applied instruction.
To be clear: this is a very well researched and thorough guide. You’ll be able to use it right away, and you can trust what’s inside.
If you’re looking for a more tailored and social experience, check out our classes.
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If you're surviving but exhausted, spending too much on takeout, or your bedtime routine takes an hour—there's room to improve. Most dads who are 'doing okay' say they wish they'd had this guide on Day 1. It would've saved them months of trial and error.
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The system works even if she doesn't. You control your household and responses. The co-parenting scripts in this guide are designed to apply in most situations (even high-conflict ones). You'll learn how to set boundaries, lower emotional reactivity, and protect your kids—even when your ex is difficult. Several dads with contentious co-parenting relationships have reported these scripts reduced conflict within weeks. It took a bit of effort, but they got there. You can, too.
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Yes.
This is built to be short, direct, and immediately useful.
No lectures. No judgment. Just the steps that work.
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This is flexible—use what fits your situation. Most dads see relief in week one.
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It's a playbook, not a book. Keep it on your phone. The meal templates and routine outlines alone will save you 3+ hours weekly. That’s time you can invest elsewhere.
Get clarity: This guide includes clear steps for the next 90+ days and beyond. No stone has been left unturned.
Ease into stability: This guide gives you foundational routines kids can trust and you can count on.
Experience calm and streamline your custodial days: This guide outlines systems that save you time, money, and effort. No need to read a million books or get a PhD in child development.