So, you’re going to be a father?
Just find out that she’s pregnant? Your world has changed forever. How do you feel about the idea of becoming a father? Are you afraid? Proud? Nervous? Thrilled? Ashamed? Happy? Confused? Maybe reality is setting in and you are starting to think about some things....
You’ve got what
it physically takes to be a father, but do you have what it takes to be
a dad? There’s a big difference. Any guy can be a father, but it
takes a real man to be a dad. You may have to grow up quickly to take
responsibility for the situation that you've helped create.
Being a father is one of the most important roles in your life. It is also one of the most challenging. Babies depend on their fathers to meet their needs. God designed men to be providers and protectors of children. The way you care for your baby determines how he or she will develop as a child and as an adult. It is important to
feel good about yourself and your new role as a father. You are a unique
person with unique qualities to bring to the role of a father. How you
feel about your role as a father is up to you. Realize that a baby is
a gift from God. You will need patience..... Fathers must be patient with babies (and expectant moms) so they can grow and learn at their own pace. Babies need to learn about the world around them. They do not know that they are to sleep at night and stay awake during the day. They don't know that they are to eat three meals a day and not spit out food they don't like. Learn about normal child growth and development so that you will know what to expect of your child at different ages. Any guy can be a father, but it takes a real man to be a DAD!
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