Dear Dad Journal: Father's Day Keepsake Memory Book

This Father's Day Card Journal is a keepsake to a dad from his child instead of cards for Father’s Day, Dad’s Birthday or Just Because. For about the price of ten $5 cards, it allows you to keep years of treasured "cards" from your child - those baby handprints, toddler scribbles, childhood drawings and teenage letters - all bound together in one beautiful place.
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ABOUT THE TRADITION
Back in 2013, I dreamed up the Journal's concept and handmade one for our home because I couldn't find one on the market. This simple and meaningful tradition quickly became our family's favorite. Even after just a short time, it was so special to look back and see the notes from our children over the years. It is such an honor to share this favorite tradition with you. xo, Sara
(You can read a more in-depth description of the story behind Narrative Forth here: https://www.etsy.com/people/saratoppenbrown1)
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INSIDE THE JOURNAL:
*16 pages of Entry Inspiration sorted into 11 categories by child's age and occasion. Categories include: Father’s Day, Birthday, Valentine’s Day, Milestones, Just Because, and sections for a child ages 0-adult.
*100 open-ended, flat-lay Entry Spreads. Said another way, this is 100 cards from a child, all stored together!

The Dear Dad Journal is available in three cover options: Warm Grey, Midnight and Vegan Leather.

The Journal is also available in versions for Moms and Couples.
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PERFECT FOR GIFTING
The Dear Dad Journal makes a beautiful keepsake gift for dad or a meaningful baby shower gift. Since the concept may be new for some, it comes packaged with a belly band around the front cover which describes the Journal's concept and the heart behind it. You also have the option to add a note to the recipient which we'll include as a handwritten card when the journal ships.
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DETAILS AND DIMENSIONS:
The journal was designed with love in the Rocky Mountains of Colorado and printed with help from a print shop in Shenzhen, China.

The journal is 226 pages, 8.5 inches x 8.5 inches, 1.8 pounds. It features high quality materials including a linen cloth cover over the hardback journal, a simple white foil stamped design, section sewn binding that lays flat and 120gsm.
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SHIPPING TIME
Enjoy free shipping on all US orders! Please allow 1 business day for processing. Journals are shipped via USPS Priority Mail or UPS.
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FAQ
You might be asking questions like:

ARE THE JOURNALS BABY BOOKS?
No, they’re not. We're flipping childhood memories upside down. These are for you, parents!

WHO HELPS MY KIDS FILL OUT THE PAGES?
Older kids might be able to fill out the pages independently with some prompting. But if your child needs more hands-on help, here are some options:
1. The person who typically helps the child make his or her cards for mom and/or could be a great option. Think a spouse, grandparent, nanny or friend.
2. In homes with multiple children, older kids can help the little ones.
3. It could also be you! There are no rules, and working with your child on this might just make the tradition that much sweeter.

WHAT IF MY KIDS ARE OLDER? IS IT TOO LATE TO START?
No! The Journal's Entry Spreads are open-ended on purpose. No matter how old your kids are, it can capture special memories from your season of parenthood.

And since those spreads are open-ended, you can also start your Journal by pasting in cards and notes you already have! Examples of this may be your first Mother's Day/Father’s Day card, a special piece of artwork your child created for you and/or a stamped footprint from when your child was born.

HOW DO I ENCOURAGE MY KIDS TO FILL OUT THE PAGES?
This will depend on a child's age and personality. Most importantly, remember there are no rules! Figure out what works in your family and do it.

For younger children, helping them may mean transcribing their words or offering them art supplies to make a drawing. For older kids, they may need a reminder but less assistance along the way. Regardless of age, ask an adult to help and/or remind the child to create an entry - a spouse, friend or grandparent. It could be you too, remember, there are no rules!
Don't forget about Entry Inspiration! Entry Inspiration is included in the Journal and can also be found on Pinterest and at #nfentryinspiration on Instagram.

DO I NEED ONE JOURNAL OR ONE JOURNAL PER CHILD?
In our family, we have one Journal for mom and one Journal for dad - both kids write letters in the same one. At the top of the page, there's a place to write the child's name and age, so it makes sharing easy.

But, each child could have his or her own Journal, too! It depends on what works best in your family.

Please contact me with any other questions you may have!

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CONTACT ME!
If you have any questions, please contact Sara Brown at sara [!at] narrativeforth.com. You can also find me frequently on Instagram (www.instagram.com/narrativeforth) and Facebook (www.facebook.com/narrativeforth).