What does fatherhood really mean? DACW Assembly

What Does it Mean to be a Dad? | The Fatherhood Project This week we sit down with Dads to find out what it means to be a good dad. All of us are affected by our father. Maybe he wasn't there, maybe he was there too much. What did your parents do right and what did they do wrong? Filmmaker Corbyn Tyson explores what it means to be a good dad. This is a series that looks at what it means to be a father today and the role our dads played in our lives. www.youtube.com/watch?v=cR62SSo2DNs

The importance of being ‘Dad’ Dads offer stability and reassurance to children, particularly when there's 'a lot going on'. As a father you are a role model, a comforter, a care-giver, confidant, and a problem solver – even if that’s as simple as putting a band aid on a knee. Most kids say they love the fun Dads bring to their lives. Being involved in your kid’s life has a huge impact on their social, psychological and educational development.

When a father is not around – Positive Male role model In Western societies more children than ever are growing up without a father. In fact, recent U.S. census figures indicate approximately one out of every four children grow up without a father and half will be raised in a one-parent family at some point. But does this mean mothers who rear their children without a father are doomed to failure? Not at all, answers Dr. Kyle Pruett. It "does not doom fatherless or under-fathered kids. It does mean that we must support single mothers in their struggle to provide caring male relationships/ role model for their kids. And it means we can alert these mothers to the hunger in their kids for such relationships if their own hunger has been somehow damaged or wounded, tempting them to close the gate after their kids" . Male role models can be identified as a male teachers, uncle or friend that can support children's and influence their lives . It generally focuses on MUM being the main carer for bringing up children – thisis not always the case. http://www.tes.co.uk/teaching-resource/Ian-Mucklejohn-Being-a-Parent-6405089/

Male Role Models - Quotes

Male Role models - Quote

Fatherhood in a nutshell A fathers presence has a huge impact on the development and wellbeing of their child. Fathers also play a critical role in the nurturing of their children by providing responsible and loving care that meets their emotional and social needs. Responsible fathers are concerned with the well-being of their children, and their desire is to see their children succeed in all areas of life. Essence of father hood / male involvement – involvement, consistency, awareness, and nurturance. For more information -http://fcs.tamu.edu/families/parenting/fathering/fathering_text/responsible_fatherhood.php

Reflection "A Father Means.." A Father means so many things... An understanding heart, A source of strength and support right from the very start. A constant readiness to help In a kind and thoughtful way. With encouragement and forgiveness, No matter what comes your way. A special generosity and always affection, too. A father means so many things when he's a man like you....