Tag: fatherhood
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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…
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We Can’t Afford More Time With Our Baby
Get Pregnant Fast My partner has spent countless hours with our newborn. Scratch that—she spent countless hours because, just last week, our little one celebrated his three-month milestone and her maternity leave came to an end. During those first three months, she was on maternity leave, dedicating each day to our newest family member as…
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Viral Story Highlights Employers’ Disregard for Fathers’ Roles
Get Pregnant Fast A heart-wrenching story has emerged that underscores the challenges fathers face in balancing work and family responsibilities. A military veteran and father of four recently lost his job after prioritizing his child’s birth over his work obligations. This incident not only showcases the harsh realities of parenting in the workplace but also…
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The Importance of Acknowledging Fathers for Their Parenting Contributions
Get Pregnant Fast When I was a child, my father was often absent, consumed by his restaurant business. His rare moments at home were typically spent sleeping or glued to the news. Even on weekends and holidays, it was my mother who provided the hands-on parenting we needed. She was the one who cooked, cleaned,…
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Why Are We Always Thanking Dads Just for Being Parents?
Get Pregnant Fast One of the first lessons I absorbed as a child was the importance of saying “please” and “thank you.” Growing up in a disciplined environment, I took this to heart, often ending emails with a hasty “Thanks!” even when it wasn’t necessary. Fast forward to seven months ago when my daughter made…