Ways,Father,amp,#39,can,Invest family Ways Father's can Invest in Their Children
A lot of women avoid wearing nice clothes when they getpregnant because they believe that they look fat or ugly. You know that theresnothing more beautiful than a pregnant woman glowing and smiling, so youshouldnt hide your body during p Raising a family can be challenging and stressful at times. However, the common goals and emotional, financial, and physical investments made can be a common bond between husband and wife. One that compliments their marriage relationship.Of
One of the primary negative impacts on children is the lack of a consistent, nurturing father or father-figure. One of the primary predictors of future violent behavior in boys is how much neglect they perceive from their father. Its not enough for dad to go to work, come home, read the paper, watch ESPN and then go to bed. Thats being a roommate not a dad. Children need to perceive active investment from fathers. Weve defined a good dad as the man who works consistently, brings home the paycheck, and doesnt openly abuse his children and family. I think its time to expect more out of fathers. Heres some suggestions.1) Mentor Humility: Fathers can have a powerful impact on their children if they are willing to actively mentor humility. Showing children its ok to admit when they are wrong and placing others before ones self are powerful investments.2) Invest Time: Set aside time for your children on a regular, frequent basis. This time is for the kids. It allows them to bond with dad and each other in a familial, empowering way. This develops family coherence, problem solving development, and can be used to develop ethics and values.3) Have bedtime with your children: Fathers should set aside bedtime as very specific time to spend with each of the children. This is a time to reflect on the day, a time to establish calm communication with the children. Children require a sense of safety and security. Bedtime can be used to create a quiet atmosphere that encourages your children to share and allows them to see that you are there for them when the world is dark and unsure.Finally, both mom and dad should participate in bedtime. If children can fall asleep feeling safe, and secure they will experience a higher quality of sleep leading to improved, positive behavior. They will trust their parents more, leading to an increase in communication. Fatherhood is no longer about procreation leading to paycheck contribution. It is investment leading to excellence. Fathers need to be as involved or more involved than mothers in the raising of children.Darrin F. Coe, MA is the father of two very active pre-schoolers and a mental health professionalDarrin F. Coe, MA1019 CloverCanon City, CO [email protected]
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