Young Daddies Episode 4 - "Don't Be Afraid To Ask For Help" | SOCIETY | (Fathers Day Special)

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On this episode we have @MayowaQuadri_ talking us about being on furlough then leaving his job to pursue his career in Football media whilst looking after his new born son and partner. He explains the highs and lows of being in lockdown with a new born and how fortunate he is to be with his partner on this journey.
He speaks on the absence of his father and the stigmas that orbit around young black fathers in this generation. He tells us about the pressures of trying to be the best dad without references to look back on. He explains the importance of having a good relationship with the mother of your child whether you're together or not. He talks about how fathers are viewed in his culture and why aims to follow his own path to fatherhood.
He provides 3 lessons for upcoming fathers and mentions how crucial it is to ask for help. He tells us how he found ways to create bonding time with his son during lockdown. He mentions how hard it was without physical support from family due to lockdown restrictions. He talks about his religious faith, his views on discipline and his methodologies towards punishment. He touches on mental health and why he hid his child away from society when he was born.
Mayowa reveals to us what it is like raising a pandemic baby. He openly speaks about his experiences so far and shares his direct point of view from a privileged position.
Would you be able to quit your job during lockdown to pursue your dream whilst raising a new born baby and look after your partner?
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Guest: Mayowa
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Host: Jimi Ali
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Directed & Edited by: Inside Deniros Mind
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