What Dads Do Best: A Humorous Yet Insightful Perspective

With Father's Day just around the corner, it's time to appreciate the unique qualities that make dads exceptional. While these may occasionally annoy moms, research suggests that these behaviors contribute positively to children's development. Here are "5 Things Dads Do Best" backed by a touch of humor and a sprinkle of research:

1. Dads Roughhouse Better than Moms

Benefits of Roughhousing: Teaches kids to regulate their emotions. Strengthens children's resolve and grit.

Dads may: 

Wrestle, throw, tackle, tickle, and tease their kids. Overstimulate children, forcing them to manage emotions. Provide a healthy level of stimulation, fostering resilience.

2. Can Bond Without Talking

Benefit of Bonding Without Talking: Doing things is a great way to bond.

What dads do: 

Bond through activities, not just conversations. Teach kids without them realizing they're being taught. Show love through actions, as men often bond through what they do.

3. Turn the Children Out to Face the World

Benefits of Turning Children to The World: Prepares kids to take on the world confidently.

Dads tend to:

Focus on outward experiences and preparing kids for the world. Parent in a way that aligns with their own life and experiences. Move kids into the world of responsibilities and practical skills.

4. Promote Riskier Behaviors and Activities

Benefits of Risk Taking: Increases confidence by allowing risk and failure.

Dads often encourage: 

Riskier activities like hunting, boating, skiing, and sports. A willingness to take risks and face challenges. Slow reactions to falls, showing kids they can handle things themselves.

5. Prepare & Protect Their Kids In a Competitive World

Dads, being raised in a hierarchical world: Constantly compete to know what to do and how to do it. Exhibit a fight or flight approach when faced with challenges. Require positive feedback to turn off the fight or flight response.

So, this Father's Day, let's celebrate the unique and sometimes amusing qualities that dads bring to parenting. After all, research indicates that these behaviors play a vital role in fostering resilient, confident, and well-prepared children. Happy Father's Day to all the dads out there!