Advice for New Parents – Moms AND Dads
By Heather Gray
Last month, the Huffington Post tackled advice for newborn dads and they fumbled. Their tips included sideline jobs of parenting like learning the car seat and keeping the pantry stocked. Really? We are going to help new dads looking to be more involved by giving them handymen tasks?
Any dad looking for advice is looking to be involved. This list alienates by assigning new dads tasks that keep them from actively engaging in parenthood. If dads are coming to a parenting blog for advice, they are ready to raise the bar. It’s time parenting professionals get on board and support them.
Supporting dads means encouraging them to be involved and supporting their efforts in word and in action. Often times, it can be done by adding just one “and” to the advice given. Learn the car seat AND attend as many well-baby visits as possible. Assemble the breast pump AND take care of as many feedings as your schedule allows.
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