Most men aspire to be dads,Pew researchsuggests. Even thoughparenthoodis often challenging and takes a toll on parents, this doesn’t stop the majority of them from feeling excited about the prospect of it. For some, this joy continues long after welcoming a new life into the world, proving that being a dad is completely worth it.Just take a look at these fathers from the awesome “Daddit” community, who share their proudest moments and the rewards of being in such a role. Scroll down to see the most wholesome and silly pictures, showing us just how gratifyingfatherhoodreally can be.While you’re at it, don’t forget to check out a conversation with dad bloggersPaul ZalewskiandBrent Almond, who kindly agreed to tell us more about their experiences being fathers.This post may includeaffiliate links.
Most men aspire to be dads,Pew researchsuggests. Even thoughparenthoodis often challenging and takes a toll on parents, this doesn’t stop the majority of them from feeling excited about the prospect of it. For some, this joy continues long after welcoming a new life into the world, proving that being a dad is completely worth it.Just take a look at these fathers from the awesome “Daddit” community, who share their proudest moments and the rewards of being in such a role. Scroll down to see the most wholesome and silly pictures, showing us just how gratifyingfatherhoodreally can be.While you’re at it, don’t forget to check out a conversation with dad bloggersPaul ZalewskiandBrent Almond, who kindly agreed to tell us more about their experiences being fathers.
This post may includeaffiliate links.
When asked about the most rewarding part of being a dad, Paul joked, saying, “By far, when my kids laugh at my dad jokes.” He and another fellow father, John, went searching for resources when they became new dads, and what they found were hundreds of mommy blogs. In the end, they were able to find some of the dad blogs too, but there was nothing that appealed to them.With their company, Fathercraft, they guide parents with trusted sources that help them through their journey. “While we create with dads in mind, our readers include moms, aunts, uncles, and grandparents,” their website reads.
When asked about the most rewarding part of being a dad, Paul joked, saying, “By far, when my kids laugh at my dad jokes.” He and another fellow father, John, went searching for resources when they became new dads, and what they found were hundreds of mommy blogs. In the end, they were able to find some of the dad blogs too, but there was nothing that appealed to them.
With their company, Fathercraft, they guide parents with trusted sources that help them through their journey. “While we create with dads in mind, our readers include moms, aunts, uncles, and grandparents,” their website reads.
On a more serious note, the most rewarding thing for him was watching his kids learn to solve problems and use skills they gradually picked up through life to do something new. “Maybe a few of those came from me, but what’s really amazing is watching how their brain can combine life experiences and lessons to do something new.”“When my son was younger, I loved getting to share the things I’m passionate about and seeing them with a new perspective through his eyes,” shares Brent, aka Designer Daddy. “Now that he’s a teenager, it’s such a joy to see what he’s become passionate about, and getting to experience those things with him.”
On a more serious note, the most rewarding thing for him was watching his kids learn to solve problems and use skills they gradually picked up through life to do something new. “Maybe a few of those came from me, but what’s really amazing is watching how their brain can combine life experiences and lessons to do something new.”
“When my son was younger, I loved getting to share the things I’m passionate about and seeing them with a new perspective through his eyes,” shares Brent, aka Designer Daddy. “Now that he’s a teenager, it’s such a joy to see what he’s become passionate about, and getting to experience those things with him.”
Brent is a husband, a stay-at-home dad raising an adopted son, and writing about his life and LGBTQ issues in general. Professionally, he is nearing the third decade of being a graphic designer and illustrator. The combination of the two resulted in the Designer Daddy blog, which is full of color and creativity.
There’s no denying that parenthood is a life-changing experience, and Brent completely agrees. “If anyone tells you becoming a parent didn’t change them, they’re lying!” he exclaims. “For me, it heightened every one of my emotions and personality traits (both good and bad). Joy, anger, pride, sadness, worry, and excitement — all were amplified when I became responsible for this little human.”
Meanwhile, Paul thinks of himself as the same guy he was before, only with more perspective on what matters and shifted priorities. “I’m someone who likes to work, and my job means a lot to me.It still does, and I still log time on my computer when the kids are asleep, but it’s amazing when you come home after a hard day and work and interacting with your kids makes you realize — they don’t care that I feel like I screwed up doing blah blah at work today… they want me to be their dad and play with them and make mac ‘n cheese. That’s good for setting my brain straight,” he shares.
Meanwhile, Paul thinks of himself as the same guy he was before, only with more perspective on what matters and shifted priorities. “I’m someone who likes to work, and my job means a lot to me.
It still does, and I still log time on my computer when the kids are asleep, but it’s amazing when you come home after a hard day and work and interacting with your kids makes you realize — they don’t care that I feel like I screwed up doing blah blah at work today… they want me to be their dad and play with them and make mac ‘n cheese. That’s good for setting my brain straight,” he shares.
To anyone who is preparing to be a first-timedad, Brent recommends doing research in whatever way works for them so they’re not going into it blind. It could be reading books, listening to podcasts, or talking to friends and family. “But then don’t overthink it — because you’ll freak yourself out. Your instincts will kick in, and you’ll do great!” he reassures.
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“It’s all worth it,” he says. “I try to remember that even 2 minutes can make a difference in the lives of my kids… If I’m willing to step away from what I’m doing to push them on the swing or get a tour of the block house they made … or heck, even snuggle up and watch a 7-minute-long Bluey episode together … those things matter.”
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