A father is the male parent of a child.
Besides the paternal bonds of a father to his children the father may have a
parental legal and social relationship with the child that carries with it
certain rights and obligations although this varies between jurisdictions. An adoptive father is a male who has
become the child's parent through the legal process of adoption. While almost any man can father a child there is so much more
to the important role of being dad in a child's life. Let's look at
who father is and why he is so
important. Fathers are central
to the emotional well being of their children they are are capable caretakers
and disciplinarians. A biological
father is the male genetic contributor to the creation of the baby
through sexual intercourse or sperm donation. A biological father may have
legal obligations to a child not raised by him such as an obligation of
monetary support. A putative father
is a man whose biological relationship to a child is alleged but has not been
established. A stepfather is a
male who is the husband of a child's mother and they may form a family unit,
but who generally does not have the legal rights and responsibilities of a
parent in relation to the child. The paternity rights of a father with regard
to his children differ widely from country to country often reflecting the
level of involvement and roles expected by that society. The adjective paternal
refers to a father and comparatively to maternal for a mother. The verb to
father means to procreate or to sire a child from which also derives the noun
fathering. Biological fathers determine the sex of their child through a sperm
cell which either contains an X chromosome female or Y chromosome male. A male
role model that children can look up to is sometimes referred to as a father figure. Research about a
mother’s role in child development abounds largely because attachment theory
gives a basis from which to conduct the research. No such theory exists for
fathers which may be part of the reason that the influence fathers have on
their children wasn’t as well researched until recently when researchers began
to shift away from looking at fathers as the other parent. Now instead of
viewing fathers only through the lens of what is known about mothers
researchers are looking at the unique and important ways fathers influence
their children. Most fathers try to do their best for their children. Many not
all couples describe an instant bond between mother and baby. For fathers on
the other hand that connection sometimes isn’t fully realized until the baby’s
love becomes more reciprocal. But even if the father-infant bond isn’t instant,
the groundwork for that later connection is laid through early efforts on the
part of the father. Nice babies are old enough to play with their fathers the
relationship can really begin to bloom. Mothers and fathers both play with
their children but generally they have different play styles again this is not
true across the board. Mothers tend to interact with their children using more
soothing voices and repetitive rhythms. Fathers on the other hand tend to be
more stimulating in their play styles. They also tend to spend a greater
proportion of their time with their kids playing. Play is an important way in
which fathers even those who do not have as much time to spend with their
children become important and meaningful figures in their kids lives. Girls
with a solid sense of self are often their daddy’s buddy at least for awhile
when growing up. Spend regular quality time with her. Don’t be afraid to take
her out for a hike or for a game of catch or a round of the basketball game
Horse or Pig or whatever variant you play. Girls are just as likely to like to
do such things with their dad as a boy is. Let her know you love her with the
words and hugs that are appropriate for her age. Whatever your relationship
with her mother, your relationship with your daughter is critically important.
Fathers willing to be actively involved can play an important role in the lives
of their sons. The Things Every Boy Needs From His Dad. A father is a primary
role model helping his son learns what it means to be a man. Dealing with your
dad's death is difficult painful and sad for any person. When you are a young
person the loss of a father is extremely difficult because you are losing a
mentor the person who was meant to help guide you through many parts of growing
up. It may feel as if the loss of your dad has taken away the person you are
inside has removed a piece of yourself that was integral to making you the person
you are. Here are some ways to start working through your pain and sadness.
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