While administering the TFP survey of fathers in prenatal care last year, we met Jean, a new father of twins. You may remember him too: Jean had started filling out our survey, but had to stop abruptly when he and his wife were rushed off to labor and delivery. Three days later, his wife shuffling …
We know early positive father engagement is crucial for child well-being. We also know that fathers may have a larger impact on their children’s vocabulary than mothers; but not every parent knows the most effective ways to communicate with their infants and toddlers. A recent article in the Harvard Gazette breaks it down for you by summarizing practical …
“Men are changing. Millennials want to spend more time with their kids than prior generations, and they value their caregiving.” In terms of career ambition and caregiving, traditional roles for men and women have rapidly changed over the last few decades. In a recent discussion on WBUR’s Radio Boston about women “leaning in” to their …
“When fathers become engaged early, they are more likely to stay involved through the child’s life,” he said. “That is what we want. That will lead to a lot of changes.” – Dr. Ray Levy The Fatherhood Project’s Executive Director, Dr. Ray Levy, recently gave the keynote address at a consortium meeting focusing on fathers …
The Story of Fatherhood Research Through the History of one of its Pioneers The Fatherhood Project is grateful to be collaborating with Milton Kotelchuck, one of the founders of fatherhood research. At a time when few realized it, he perceived fathers as an underappreciated population and understood the value for women and children of fatherhood …