If we want stimulated and emotionally healthy kids, and dad is about, we have to engage him. We do this by freeing him to spread his paternal wings. We let him fail. We encourage him by knowing when and how to step out of the way.
To be a responsible and caring father is indeed the most rewarding thing a man can experience.
Both boys and girls learn important lessons about life from their dads.
I believe that the primary role of a father is to delight in his children. He cherishes and values them and takes great pride in their accomplishments.
The presence of a strong, reliable and involved dad is an important factor in the positive development of a child, the confidence of a mother and the harmony within a home. Unfortunately dad’s contribution may go unappreciated and is not always encouraged.
While many may believe there is no such thing as a perfect father, there are things that great dads do that have a positive impact on the lives of their children, in turn setting them up to be great parents themselves.
Fathers receive mixed messages from society about their role in the family. TV shows and movies seem to portray fathers in one of three ways. They are emotionally distant workaholics who spend little time with their family. They are overbearing authoritarians, handing out harsh discipline when their kids get out of line. Or, they are […]
The moment your first child is born, a wave of pride will hit you; however, with the excitement of becoming a new Dad comes and unending stream of questions.
Be a remarkable man and a hero to your children
I am challenging all of you fathers out there to man-up, be a remarkable man and be a hero to your children. It’s time we bring back the good in fatherhood. Here’s what you can do to Dad-up your connection to your children no matter what age they may be. (it is never too late […]
Fathers and sons: Bonding takes time!
Why do so many fathers NOT develop a strong relationship with their sons? The most apparent reason is TIME!
