Dads Talk Periods: Bondi Dads Group Event
Description
Dads Talk Periods: Bondi Dads Group Event
What do dads need to know about periods? And how can we help make conversations about menstruation more open, comfortable and stigma-free?
Join the Bondi Dads Group for a special Dads Talk Periods session with UWA researcher Dani Barrington and parenting influencer and Australian Father of the Year, Matty J, for an open and honest chat about periods, puberty and how dads can support their daughters through it all.
We’ll bust some myths, tackle the awkward stuff and share practical tips to help you feel more comfortable talking about periods at home.
What’s involved?
Practical tips for navigating conversations about periods, puberty and supporting your children as they grow.
An open Q&A with Dani Barrington and Matty J, with the opportunity to ask questions and learn more about periods and menstrual health.
An opportunity to connect with other local dads, share experiences and learn from one another in a welcoming, supportive environment.
Whether you’ve already had the period talk or have no idea where to begin, this is a great opportunity to learn a thing or two, ask questions and connect with other dads.
This event is presented by The Fathering Project in conjunction with Waverley Council.
Agenda
- 5:10 pm
Welcome & Introduction to session
- 5:15 pm - 5:35 pm
Dani Barrington and Matty J in conversation
- 5:35 pm - 5:55 pm
Q&A
Lineup
Dani Barrington
Dani Barrington is a researcher at The University of Western Australia (UWA) who works in the area of menstrual health. She’s passionate about improving understanding of periods and helping break down the stigma that still surrounds them.
Matty J
Matty J (Matt Johnson) is a dad of three girls, podcast host and the 2026 Australian Father of the Year. Best known for his time on The Bachelor Australia, Matty has since built a community around honest, relatable conversations about parenting through his podcast, Two Doting Dads, which he co-hosts with Ash Wicks.
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