Why Are Fathers and Dads So Annoying? (4 Common Reasons)

Annoying dad standing over shoulder of his daughter checking her work

Fathers can be annoying for multiple reasons, age differences, fear of their children growing up, reactions to unsuitable behaviour, worries about their children’s future. These can stem from a lack of communication and sitting down together and discussing can solve annoyances before they become larger problems. The reasons why Fathers can be annoying come down … Read more

Why Do Fathers Hit Their Children (And Is It Ok?)

Cartoon picture of angry father yelling at sad daughter

Fathers may hit their children for several reasons. These can include experiences from their own childhood, an inability to communicate, mental health issues, a propensity for violence, violent role models, substance misuse, and inability to manage frustration. One can scarcely believe that in this day and age there are still Fathers who use corporal punishment … Read more

Co-Parenting vs Single Parenting (10 Fundamental Tips)

Silhoutte showing co-parenting with parents putting arms together overtop of standing children to show working together and happy family

Co-parenting involves both parents taking an active role in raising their children, this means more than just financial support and includes all aspects of a child’s life. Single parenting describes one parent holding complete responsibility for their child’s upbringing with limited to no support from the other parent. Being a parent does not necessarily mean … Read more

Expectant Father Anxiety – Advice for Men

Expectant father experiencing anxiety after him and wife receive positive pregnancy test in living room

If you’re an expectant father, remember that there is no such thing as “ready”. Communication is everything. Discuss your concerns with your spouse before the baby is born. Get involved and attend as many parental appointments as possible; the understanding will calm you. Prepare whatever you can in advance.  Connect with close male friends. There … Read more

Can Parents Force Children To Go To Church?

Young child holding a bible in arms being forced to go to church by his parents

A parent can force their child to go to church until they reach a certain age. While there’s no specific recommendation, it’s best to let your child make this decision for themself, which usually happens around puberty. Forcing an adolescent child to go to church can have far-reaching consequences. Faith is a core component in … Read more

Can Absent Fathers Get Custody? [it depends]

Absent father hugging his daughter before leaving house with luggage and mother stands off in distance watching

A legally absent father who is not involved in their child/ren’s life may return and petition for visitation or child custody. While the ensuing legal battle may be stressful and strenuous for the custodial parent and the child/ren, the absent parent may have genuine reasons to petition for visitation or custody. US family law recognizes … Read more

5 Awesome Father Son Video Games

Father and sons playing video games on the couch

Some of the best father son video games include titles such as: Minecraft, It Takes Two, and Rayman Legends. Great single-player games for older teens and their fathers to play together are Uncharted: The Nathan Drake Collection and The Last of Us Remastered. As an avid player and enthusiast of video games, from the early days of … Read more

Are Single Fathers Better Parents?

Single father walking his daughter to school in a suburb

There is an absence of research regarding whether single fathers are better parents. However, single fathers can be as good a parent as single mothers. In terms of income and education, single fathers tend to be in a better position than single mothers. Being a single father is extremely challenging. While society may assume only … Read more

Baby’s Father Hates Me? 6 Reasons Explained

Angry father sitting and looking into the distance while wife holding baby star from a distance

Your baby’s father may hate you because he feels burdened with the responsibilities of being a father. It is also possible that he may feel that you do not recognize the effort he is putting into raising your child and feels undervalued as a parent, which may cause him to hate you. As a mother, … Read more