Things You'll Need:
- time
- patience
- love
- positive attitude
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Step 1
On April 25, 2006 something happened in my life that complete changed my outlook of it. On that day my daughter was born and it has been wonderful. As a somewhat new dad now I have done things to help this bond between my daughter and myself. Though, I have notice when I go out, either to the park or grocery store, that there are many dads, or parents in general, that do not seem to be as loving with their children. This in itself is mine boggling. How could anyone treat a little person with their own blood in this manner?
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Step 2
One important aspect to being a wonderful dad is to have time with your children. Time is something that many of us do not have much but when we do have it we better know how to use it. Using it wisely is key, as with anything else.
Everyone is different and will do different activities with their child. Again, spending time is what’s important. Look for different activities that can be done with them. This will help them more than we can imagine. -
Step 3
Take them to the zoo. The zoological park is an excellent place to spend time with your child or children. Here they can observe nature without going to an actual forest, for those that are younger.
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Step 4
Give them a high five when they get good grades in their classes. Nothing beats positive attitude towards good work. Were very easy to judge when they receive a bad grade and not as easy to say when they do receive that good grade. Tell them that they did well. Being positive is will help their self esteem and help them as they get older.
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Step 5
Do not criticize them for every mistake that they make. We were once in their shoes and made those same mistakes. Console them and tell them what they did was not right but that you understand. Speaking to them as equals on most occasions is the right way to go.
Looking back, I feel that I have done a fairly good job with my daughter. There have been instances where you are tired from work or just bummed out for whatever reason but a gentle smile is always about to abrupt when they ask “What’s wrong daddy?”
It is easy to be a father but hard to be a dad.
Comments
tammyfrost said
on 11/30/2009 Wonderful article and tips. She is adorable.
NightowlMama said
on 7/12/2009 wonderful that was a great article how to
am13539 said
on 6/25/2009 dmobile,
You are absolutely right. Things aren't always as they seem to be and everything should be taken into consideration. There are alot of money hungrys predators out there. I just recommeded you. Thanks for the comments everyone.
dmobile said
on 6/24/2009 I like the last part but you got to write a part two there is so much that involves fatherhood females have no idea what it takes. I am not taking anything away from our females but some of us need to change, to show a better way to deal with things.
lilolladystuff said
on 6/24/2009 Terrific reminders. There are lots of good dads out there and you all deserve our appreciation.