The Importance of Father's in the Devlopment of Young Children
10 STRENGTHS MEN BRING TO PARENTING
Each man is different and each man brings different strengths to the job of being a father. This is a list of some strengths that are found in dads.
- They know how to play physically - rough and tumble play - children think its fun and learn different skills from physical play.
- Dads are often tall or strong. Kids love the feeling of sitting high on their dad's shoulders, or being kept safe in dad's arms.
- Dads that are not around their child as much as mom, can give a fresh view of a problem that mom and child are having.
- Sometimes dad's lower voice can get kids attention when disciplining.
- Some dads are less fussy about messes, and nurture their child's creativity by letting them play in the mud, or jump on the couch pillows.
- Dads can introduce their children to the activities that they love: fishing, reading, fixing things with tools, cooking, cars, sports and much more.
- Sometimes dads encourage their children to try new things.
- Dads can have a great sense of humor and share it with their chidren.
- Dads can be playful. children see dad and think 'time to play'.
- Dads often have high expectations for their children. They give their children a 'you can do it' attitiude.
Are some of these true for you? What are some other strengths you bring to parenting? Remember - YOU ARE IMPORTANT IN YOUR CHILD'S LIFE!
Adapted from articles by Glen Palm, PhD, found in Family Information Services, Mpls, MN
Look for our FATHER'S READING EVERY DAY (FRED) events throughout the year. These will be posted on our calendar. These are excellent opportunities for dads to spend special time with their child(ren) 0-5 years of age. |