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Fathers Who Give Attention to Their Babies Form Close Bonds with Them

Last Updated: September 26, 2008

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Parenting Tips for Your 6 Month Old Baby


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Men today are becoming different kinds of fathers than their dads were. Researchers tell us that some fathers have always been very involved with the everyday raising of their children. Other fathers in the past were not as involved. They often believed that child-rearing was a woman’s job.

Today, more fathers are taking an active role in raising their children. These fathers play with their baby, feed and change the baby, and create a warm close relationship with him.

More women work outside the home than in the past. Some men are doing more in-home work, including caring for their children. By taking care of their children each day, fathers have a chance to form a strong, close bond with them.

Even if you don’t take on a houseparent role, you can still create that close bond with your child. Give your child some special attention each day, paying attention to nothing else, just that child. In this way, you are telling your child that he is important to you.


Learn more about Your 6 Month Old Baby from Just In Time Parenting. You can also go to our Resource Links for additional information on child care and development.


Note to Parents: When reading this newsletter, remember: Every baby is different. Children may do things earlier or later than described here. This newsletter gives equal space and time to both sexes. If he or she is used, we are talking about all babies.
References: These materials were adapted by authors from Extension Just in Time Parenting Newsletters in California, Delaware, Georgia, Iowa, Kentucky, Maine, Tennessee, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Mexico, and Wisconsin.

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