Being a father is your most important job

There are many different kinds of fathers. You may be in a traditional, nuclear family, a stepfamily, have full time care as a sole parent or have your children with you on a regular basis.

In the past fathers were rarely involved in the day to day parenting of their children. They were usually the authority figure of the family, setting the rules and applying discipline. Mothers often had the role of the caring parent.

The role fathers play in bringing up their children has changed in recent years. Fathers are now being recognised as carers, role models for their children and part of the parenting team.

With more women in the paid workforce than ever before, fathers are becoming involved in day to day family life and caring for their children.

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