Involved Dads Mean Happier Families

Father's Day has come and gone, but having dear ol' dad fresh on our minds makes it a good time to reflect on how family roles and fatherhood responsibilities continue to change. In hard economic times like we're experiencing today, both parents need to work fulltime outside of the home to make ends meet. As such, who does what in the household and with child-rearing continues to change as well. Of note is that more fathers are increasing their child care duties. Researchers have noted more fathers at school conferences and meetings, chaperoning or attending child activities or field trips, and being the one to drop off or pick up kids. The good news is that involved parents mean happier kids, so thanks mom AND dad!