Tag: fatherhood
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Hey Kids, Dads Can Do More Than You Think – Stop Relying Solely on Mom!
Get Pregnant Fast I was settled on the couch with my 9-year-old son, Jake, ready to kick back with a movie. Just as the opening credits rolled, he pointed out a couple of tiny holes in his treasured Build-A-Bear Pikachu, a beloved Christmas gift he’d been carting around for weeks. When I offered to stitch…
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Am I A Good Father? And Other Questions Without Clear Answers
Get Pregnant Fast Every day, I find myself pondering whether I’m a good father. It’s reassuring to see my child show love for me most days, and the fact that my partner hasn’t walked out on me is a plus. Still, it will take years to truly evaluate my parenting skills. On paper, I meet…
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My Partner ‘Contributes’ to Parenting Because He’s a Parent
Get Pregnant Fast I need to share something that’s been on my mind lately. And it’s a rather significant something. Wouldn’t it be refreshing to exist in a society where men aren’t elevated for merely “contributing” to the care of their children? Imagine a world where fathers caring for their kids isn’t seen as something…
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8 Outdated Dad Stereotypes That Need to Go
Get Pregnant Fast In today’s progressive world, it’s hard to believe that many outdated stereotypes about fathers still linger. These misconceptions not only perpetuate harmful gender norms but also hinder the evolving role of dads in parenting. Let’s take a look at eight of these stereotypes that need to be put to rest. Dads Prioritize…
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5 Essential Lessons Every Father Should Impart to His Daughter
Get Pregnant Fast As fathers, we often shape how our daughters perceive their world and their interactions with men. It’s crucial to instill certain values and lessons that will guide them throughout life. I’m the proud dad of a spirited 3-year-old, and I often reflect on the lessons I want to impart as she grows.…
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Adorable Moments: New Dad Takes His 8-Week-Old Son to Work
Get Pregnant Fast In the realm of celebrity parenting, few couples are as endearing as pop sensation Ava and her husband, Jake. They manage to keep their family life refreshingly low-key, such as when they announced their second pregnancy just one month before welcoming their baby boy, Oliver. Their affection for their five-year-old daughter Mia…
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The Issue with the Overprotective Dad Stereotype
Get Pregnant Fast Updated: April 9, 2023 Originally Published: April 9, 2023 “Fathers have to do what fathers have to do.” This line wrapped up a memorable ad that aired during the Super Bowl, depicting a dad shadowing his daughter on a date—showing up at the cinema, the amusement park, and even dangling from a…
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My Partner Is Not a Babysitter; He’s a Parent
Get Pregnant Fast As I prepare to leave for a four-day conference, my thoughts are filled with a mix of excitement and concern for my family. My youngest is currently in a clingy phase, making my absence particularly challenging. Recently, when I had to leave for an early meeting, my daughter threw a tantrum that…
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Jimmy Thompson Aims to Guide New Dads in Engaging Their Kids
Get Pregnant Fast Jimmy Thompson is stepping into the spotlight with his new book, set to release on June 9, titled Your Baby’s First Word Will Be DADA. Many parents have probably heard the common pediatrician advice that a baby’s first word is likely to be “Dada,” given its simplicity compared to “Mama.” However, Jimmy…
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I Chose to Be the Father My Son Needed, Not the One I Was Taught to Be
Get Pregnant Fast When I reflect on my own upbringing, it’s clear that my father was emotionally distant and often uncommunicative. He rarely engaged with my brother and me, preferring to remain closed off and grouchy. Growing up under the shadow of an abusive father, he built a protective shell around himself—one that I found…