This year Father’s Day is on Sunday, June 18. On Father’s Day, we honor the contributions our fathers, grandfathers, and father figures have made in our lives. This is because involved fathers make a big difference!
More than you may even know, engaged fathers have a large impact on a child and help shape him or her into the person they become. Research has shown that children with involved fathers have significantly better emotional, academic, social, and behavioral outcomes. In fact, children with active fathers were 43% more likely to earn A’s in school and 55% more likely to go to college.
But sadly, about 15.78 million children live with single mothers in the United States. And one thing is for sure: being a single mom is one of the toughest jobs on earth. We all know that many single mothers work hard and sacrifice to make great lives for their children. However, dads are not replaceable or unimportant.
Fathers and father figures play a role in every child’s life that cannot be filled by others. Children need both their mother and father for healthy development. It’s usually best for children if co-parenting arrangements keep both parents involved in a child’s life. But it’s not always easy to create new parenting arrangements when a relationship ends. Turn to Page 3 for More Co-Parenting tips.
We all know this month we celebrate Father’s Day, but did you know that June is also Men’s Health Education and Awareness Month?
June is Men’s Health Month, a national observance that raises awareness about health care for men. Each year, we use this holiday to bring awareness to men’s health and how it impacts pregnancy and child development.
Studies have shown that when it comes to conceiving and having a healthy baby, men’s sperm health determines the chance of pregnancy, the chance of miscarriage, and the health of a baby before and after birth. So, take this quiz to see how much you know about fathers and pregnancy.
