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There’s no tougher job than being a parent, or so they say. The Pew Research Center analysis backs it up; it turns out that parents find caring for their children to be much more exhausting than the work they do for pay. Paradoxically, they also find much more meaning in the time they spend with their children than in the time they spend at work.
But when it comes to American fathers, they seem to devote significantly less time than mothers to rearing their children, this research suggests. But in order to see how rewarding fatherhood really is, and how much happiness it brings to dads and children out there, we rolled up some of the most wholesome examples.
Scroll down below, upvote your favorite ones, and be sure to share your thoughts about the best job in the world—being a dad—in the comments!
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#1
If This Dad Isn't One Of Us He Should Be
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#2
This Little Heart On My Hand Is Called A "Cuddle Button". Since My Wife Died Last Year, My 4y/O Daughter Has Hated Being Away From Me. Her Teacher Draws This On Both Our Hands When I Drop Her Off At School And Every Time We Press It, It Sends A Hug To The Other. It Helps Her Feel Connected To Me.
#3
My Six Year Old Daughter Has Been Asking For Months To Have A Mohawk Like Her Daddy. I Cut It For Her Today. My Kid Is A Right Badass.
To find out more about the challenges of fatherhood and the joys that come with it, we reached out to Ricky Willis, the Kingston upon Hull-based author of the money-saving website Skint Dad. Being a dad to daughters Daniella and Chloe, Ricky had a lot to share about it. Ricky believes that fatherhood transforms a man in significant ways. “There is a whole new sense of responsibility and pride. I haven’t been able to place my finger on it until recently but I have started to realize how fragile life is and how much I want to ensure my girls are protected,” he explained.
#4
The Struggle Is Real. Men's Bathrooms Need Changing Tables.
#5
Let's Do This Shit
Brian Brown 2 years ago
Only a true Dad can wear a dress for his little and rock it like this. You will receive FULL APPRECIATION for your deeds and this moment captured in about 30 years...
#6
I Turned My Son’s Wheelchair Into A Digger For Halloween!
“I think the two main challenges are to be present and to be a good role model. I started out as a dad in a very bad place financially and I never want our children to be in the same position,” he said. Ricky added that he and his wife Naomi are very open and honest with them about money, “which I hope will give them a good education and grounding for when they need to make financial decisions of their own.”
“Having someone love you unconditionally is definitely up there for being the most rewarding part of fatherhood. There is nothing better than having my kids tell me they love me or look to me for advice. It makes me want to be a better man,” Ricky concluded.
#7
As A Dad, Giving My Daughter The Hairstyle That Makes Her Feel Like A Queen Always Is A Win In My Book.
#8
My 11 Month Old Took His First Steps Today, Safe To Say I Handled It Quite Manly
#9
Just Won A Year Long Custody Battle. Mom Left State With The Little One. She Returns Today. Hope She Likes It.
#10
Three Years And Counting!
Katerina Huskova 2 years ago
OMG this brings me to tears. Such a brave little girl. I was diagnosed with breast cancer two weeks ago and I hope for such happy ending
#11
Lost My Wife To Cancer In August. Pulled Myself Together And Made Costumes For Our Little Ones. It Felt So Great.
#12
I Told My Daughter. You Leave Your Shit In The Living Room I Am Going To Try It On
#13
First Pic Is Me And My Dad In 1990. Second Is Us With My Son. Same House, Same Spot, Same Goofy Grins.
#14
Words Can't Explain How Happy She Makes Me!
#15
6months Ago We Had 0 Kids. Now Me And My Husband Have 2. It's Been Insanely Stressful But Insanely Exciting At The Same Time
#16
Proud Dad Moment, First Few Weeks In Home Made Wheel Chair (Born With Disability)
Loki’s Lil Butter Knife 2 years ago
What an amazing and innovative invention for your sweet baby. He will be cruising around in comfort and style.
#17
Diaper Brand In Sweden Has The Dad On The Packaging
Zedrapazia 2 years ago
I'm really glad we're slowly slowly coming to gender equality. Even if it's just little things like the picture on a bag of diapers, it shows we're moving with slow srsly into the right direction
#18
Don't Be Jealous Fellas, But My 3 Year Old Made Me Car Soup Today. 10/10 Would Order Again
#19
Still Not 100% Sure What I’m Doing But These Past 4 Month Have Been The Best!
#20
My Daughter Showed Me That She's Been Writing Every Number When She Gets Bored. So I Dug Up My Very Old Notebook
#21
Our Son Has Sensory Sensitives And Doesn’t Always Like Physical Contact With Others (As A Part Of His Autism). He Surprised Me Yesterday While We Waited For The Bus.
Terilee Bruyere 2 years ago
Well crap, tears again. There is nothing sweeter than an unexpected hug from someone who normally has trouble with physical contact.
pusheen buttercup 2 years ago
This is very sweet and no doubt significant. I just want people to know however if your child doesn't hug they still love you. :) You can sometimes find other ways, such as verbal or just reaching out with a finger, making a drawing for each other, things like that.
Amy Stone-Chandler 2 years ago
People that haven't experienced sensory issues may not understand. This is amazing. Awww 💕
Christina Gomez 2 years ago
When you don't like being touched but love someone enough to hug them
Amanda Wilson 2 years ago
Not everyone born with Autism have problems with physical contact from others. I'm Autistic and I am a physical person. I love to give hugs to friends and family.
Bettie-Jean Neal 2 years ago
I'm 51 and still don't like to be touched or touch others. Yet my mom still will walk past, say, "touching youuuuuuu" and hit me on the shoulder. Such a b*tch move. I hate her.
#22
Six Months Ago I Moved From One Side Of The World To The Other. When I Did, I Left My Wife And Kids Behind. I Facetimed Them Every Day And Worked My Ass Off To Prepare A New Life For Them. They Finally Arrived!
#23
Dads: Buy Your Kid(S), Regardless Of Gender, A Kitchen. I Get More Done When I Ask My Son To “Make Me Lunch” Than Any Other Toy Out There.
#24
Found While Cleaning Out Old Photos; They Would All Scream For Food At Once So Best Thing I Came Up With To Do 3 Bottles Simultaneously
#25
Today I Found My Reason Why.
#26
In The Future When Someone Ask What It Was Like To Work From Home In 2020. I'll Just Show Them This Picture.
#27
27 Years Between Photos Of My Daughter And Me. She Is Now A Lady And I’m Still In The Military.
#28
I’ve Been A Full Time Single Dad Since November, And Today I Took My Girls To Get Our Nails Done. It Was My First Time And I Love It!
#29
Me At Home With My Three Kids All Weekend
Tolga ÜSTÜN 2 years ago
-Wellcome to the parendhood. -What? -I SAID WELLCOME TO THE... oh nevermind...
#30
My Daughter Put Her Sandals Inside My Work Shoes So She Could Wear Them And "Be Like Daddy".
#31
We Drive Past A Mcd’s On The Way To Daycare And She Always Wants To Stop And Get Hash Browns (It’s Expensive And Takes Forever). I Started Saving The Wrappers And Cooking Frozen Ones From Aldis Before We Leave.
#32
Daughter (2 Years Old) Wanted To Sleep With The Skeleton In Her Room. You Choose Your Battles…
#33
I Worried Before He Was Born That I Wouldn't Feel Like A Dad Right Away. But It All Hit Me Like A Freight Train As Soon As I Saw Him
#34
Tonight Is My First Time Watching The Baby Alone. I Photoshopped This And Sent It To My Wife.
#35
When You’re Balding, But Your Daughter Wants To Do Your Hair.
Lovin' Life 2 years ago
I love it! My dad had long hair (shoulder length). I loved the times he let me play with his hair. It was so soft and healthy. Oh how I miss him. 💔
#36
Surrounded By Women His Whole Life And Now He Finally Has The Sons He’s Always Asked For
#37
19 Months Old And Already Has Life Figured Out
#38
It's Not Always Easy Being A Single Dad But Sometimes I Get To Experience Some Things Other Dads Might Not [x-Post From Pics]
![It's Not Always Easy Being A Single Dad But Sometimes I Get To Experience Some Things Other Dads Might Not [x-Post From Pics]](https://www.boredpanda.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/61ee9973ad3d9_lnvpu1rjh9tx__700.jpg "It's Not Always Easy Being A Single Dad But Sometimes I Get To Experience Some Things Other Dads Might Not [x-Post From Pics]")
#39
First Time Cutting My Son's Hair
#40
Best Thing I’ve Ever Done.
Lovin' Life 2 years ago
This is a beautiful photo. My children and now grandchildren are my greatest gifts and bring so much joy. Cherish it and the memories you will make.
#41
Despite The Odds Myself As A Fraternal Twin Graduated With Fraternal Twins.. Couldn’t Be Happier.
#42
Here's How My 9-Year Explained Net Neutrality To His Friend
#43
From My Daughters Daycare Today. My Eyes Only Got A Little Bit Sweaty.
#44
My Construction Worker Dad Friend Let And Kept The Nail Art His 4yo Daughter Gave Him
Amber Cook 2 years ago
Our daughters (now 23 & 18) ever since they were little have painted dads toenails. Even though they're all grown up, if he lets them know his toes need to be re painted, a repainting from the girls is what he gets.
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Jo Choto 2 years ago
Most people know that women release several hormones that help them bond with their babies. Turns out men release the same hormones and the more time they spend with their children, the more of the hormone they release. So dads who spend lots of time with their kids are really going to benefit from it.
Bryan Hamilton 2 years ago
Always spend time with your child, you never know what the future holds.
Lovin' Life 2 years ago
What an inspirational post. It nice to recognize that it's not just the mother who nurtures the child. Dad's also play a huge role In raising children and bring them happiness. A father's bond is just as important as the mother's. Nice job Dads. Thanks for sharing this post BP. It was a beautiful way to start the day.
Sinkvenice 2 years ago
I wish my dad liked me, let alone loved me, as much as these dads love their children. I wonder what that's like.
Katie Lutesinger 2 years ago
The other day I saw a dad playing with his two little daughters who were both laughing and squealing with delight at his antics. I almost went over to him and said "You know, you remind me of my father". He did, and he reminded me of my brother in law with his little boy as well. A good father is worth... well everything!
Jo Choto 2 years ago
Most people know that women release several hormones that help them bond with their babies. Turns out men release the same hormones and the more time they spend with their children, the more of the hormone they release. So dads who spend lots of time with their kids are really going to benefit from it.
Bryan Hamilton 2 years ago
Always spend time with your child, you never know what the future holds.
Lovin' Life 2 years ago
What an inspirational post. It nice to recognize that it's not just the mother who nurtures the child. Dad's also play a huge role In raising children and bring them happiness. A father's bond is just as important as the mother's. Nice job Dads. Thanks for sharing this post BP. It was a beautiful way to start the day.
Sinkvenice 2 years ago
I wish my dad liked me, let alone loved me, as much as these dads love their children. I wonder what that's like.
Katie Lutesinger 2 years ago
The other day I saw a dad playing with his two little daughters who were both laughing and squealing with delight at his antics. I almost went over to him and said "You know, you remind me of my father". He did, and he reminded me of my brother in law with his little boy as well. A good father is worth... well everything!
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