In this episode of the Fathering Strong podcast, Bruce and Eli discuss the importance of fathers as providers. They address the challenges faced by non-custodial fathers in paying child support and gaining access to their children. They emphasize the need for emotional availability, validation, and support from fathers, as well as the importance of recreational experiences and creating a safe and nurturing environment. They also highlight the significance of fathers in a child's educational development and the importance of maintaining relationships with both sides of the family.
Takeaways
- Non-custodial fathers face challenges in paying child support and gaining access to their children.
- Fathers play a crucial role in providing emotional availability, validation, and support to their children.
- Recreational experiences and creating a safe and nurturing environment are important for a child's well-being.
- Fathers contribute to a child's educational development by being involved, reading to them, and staying informed about their school.
- Maintaining relationships with both sides of the family is important for a child's sense of identity and support system.
Chapters
00:00 - The Challenges Faced by Non-Custodial Fathers
09:14 - Emotional Availability, Validation, and Support
26:32 - Supporting Children's Educational Development
