How to Start a Dad Blog (Guide) Step by Step Tutorial
If you’re feeling inspired by the dad blogger examples we’ve explored in this guide, it’s time to get your own dad blog up and running. Compared with changing dirty diapers and navigating toddler tantrums, this will be the really easy part—and it’ll only take you 10–15 minutes to get set up.
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Here’s what you need to do to start a dad blog, step by step:
1. Pick a Good Dad Blog Name (and Your Dad Blogger Niche)
What should you call your dad blog? It’s really up to you—though having the word “dad” in there somewhere will definitely clue readers in about your topic. You might break out the dad jokes and go for something pun-tastic, or you might pick a descriptive blog name that lets readers know what to expect in terms of your topics or parenting philosophy.
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Your “niche” is the area your blog fits into, which could be to do with your topic, audience, or both. Maybe you’re writing about being a stay-at-home dad, for instance, or your blog is all about kids and sports. You might be writing for an audience of younger-than-average (or older-than-average) dads—or for divorced dads. You could be sharing your tips on family travel or DIY. Having a clear niche helps you to bring in an audience of like-minded dads.
2. Get Your Dad Blog Online with the Right Web Hosting
There are a few different blogging platforms to choose from—but the one I always recommend for dad bloggers is WordPress. It’s got everything you need to create any kind of blog, from a simple personal account of fatherhood and family life to a huge site that turns over millions in revenue.
Just like your house needs a plot of land to stand on, your blog needs web hosting. Your web hosting company “hosts” your blog on huge servers that are connected to the Internet 24/7/365, so dads can access your blog at all hours of the day and night, from all around the world.
There are lots of different web hosts to choose from. My two absolute favorites are Bluehost and Dreamhost because they’re extremely reliable and affordable (using those links will get you my discount when you sign up).