What dads can do 

Children often learn how to play sports, build blocks and explore the outdoors with their fathers. A dad can play with his child and teach her about his interests and strengths.

A dad can share in the responsibilities of taking care of his child like helping to change diapers, going to the doctor and feeding his child. This will help him further bond with his child and share the workload with mom.

A dad can make time to go places and do activities with the whole family and each child individually. Don’t forget, quality doesn’t have to mean quantity. How expensive or exciting something is doesn’t always mean much to a child. Just hanging out with dad can be enough.  

A dad can spend time talking or reading to his child. This will allow his child to get used to his voice and male voice tones. The child will also learn about his father and see dad as someone to go to for advice and guidance.

Dad and mom should be a team. When parents work together, they give the child stability and structure. The child knows what to expect and is not confused by conflicting opinions or discipline. Mom and dad can work together to compromise and find ways for how best to care for the child.



Information from www.parentsasteachers.org