{"id":63465,"date":"2022-06-17T00:30:41","date_gmt":"2022-06-17T04:30:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/world.edu\/?p=63465"},"modified":"2022-06-17T00:30:41","modified_gmt":"2022-06-17T04:30:41","slug":"6-ways-fathers-can-share-love-and-connection-with-their-babies-preschoolers-and-young-children","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/world.edu\/6-ways-fathers-can-share-love-and-connection-with-their-babies-preschoolers-and-young-children\/","title":{"rendered":"6 ways fathers can share love and connection with their babies, preschoolers and young children"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/world.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/father_son_playing.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"680\" height=\"510\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-63466\" srcset=\"https:\/\/world.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/father_son_playing.jpeg 680w, https:\/\/world.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/father_son_playing-250x188.jpeg 250w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 680px) 100vw, 680px\" \/><br \/>\nThe early years are the most dynamic time of life,\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/developingchild.harvard.edu\/science\/key-concepts\/brain-architecture\/\">producing more than a million neural connections each second<\/a>. For parents or caregivers, this time offers a wonderful opportunity to impact children\u2019s lives, allowing children to see and experience relationships and the world as\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/theconversation.com\/infancy-and-early-childhood-matter-so-much-because-of-attachment-117733\">balanced, secure and loving<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Through a loving connection, children learn what it means to be a\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1037\/0022-3514.58.2.281\">good person<\/a>, to be weak and strong, to be\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ted.com\/talks\/brene_brown_the_power_of_vulnerability?language=en\">vulnerable<\/a>, to\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1080\/03004430.2014.1000888\">take safe risks<\/a>, to make\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1007\/s42844-021-00039-5\">mistakes and repair<\/a>\u00a0and self-regulate hurt, anger and other powerful feelings.<\/p>\n<p>These are invaluable lessons that can live within your child and provide a\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/Ox58VDUTGVo\">solid foundation<\/a>\u00a0from which to build a secure, loving self and relationships.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Children\u2019s growth and development<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Fathers offer children diverse experiences and can positively impact their long-term development and well-being. A survey of approximately 2,200 parents in the United States found\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.zerotothree.org\/resources\/series\/tuning-in-parents-of-young-children-tell-us-what-they-think-know-and-need#parent-voices\">90 per cent of fathers identified with the statement that parenting was their greatest joy<\/a>. Interestingly, 76 per cent said it was also their greatest challenge. The survey was conducted by the U.S. non-profit\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.zerotothree.org\/\">Zero to Three<\/a>\u00a0that works to support early connections between caregivers and babies and toddlers.<\/p>\n<p>From birth, children are learning how to physically engage with the world and move their bodies to make things happen. Through attuned physical and emotionally responsive caregiving, they experience a\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/doi.org\/10.4324\/9780203440841\">secure base<\/a>\u00a0and develop a sense of the world as safe. They feel seen and heard. This allows children, in turn, to grow up to support the development of meaningful,\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1080\/14616734.2019.1589057\">loving and trusted relationships<\/a>. For a child, this depends on experiencing a caregivers\u2019 vulnerable loving self, who shows up and is emotionally present with them.<\/p>\n<p>As toddlers and younger children begin to explore the world more independently, they enjoy engaging in\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/theconversation.com\/kids-learn-valuable-life-skills-through-rough-and-tumble-play-with-their-dads-119241\">rough and tumble play<\/a>\u00a0and learn boundaries, how to follow rules and social-emotional skills.<\/p>\n<p>Research has found that fathers involved with their children\u2019s lives tend to\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1007\/978-3-030-51027-5_24\">ask children more questions<\/a>,\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.zerotothree.org\/resources\/341-the-daddy-factor-the-crucial-impact-of-fathers-on-young-children-s-development\">significantly increasing the child\u2019s communication skills and language development<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Fathers often push their children to get through difficult feelings when they want to quit, and in so doing, help them\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1007%2Fs42844-021-00039-5\">build resilience<\/a>. They support\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1111\/cdev.13510\">thinking and problem solving<\/a>, often modelling and explaining the reasoning or decisions for completing a task. This supports the development of critical thinking and executive function skills.<\/p>\n<p>Whether you are a father, parent or caregiver or are contemplating becoming one, here are some ways to share love and connection with your young child.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Tips for sharing love and connection<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><strong>1. Listen:<\/strong>\u00a0Children are learning\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.foundationyears.org.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/04\/Birth-to-Three-Matters-Booklet.pdf\">intensively from birth to age three<\/a>\u00a0in ways parents may not imagine. Create space and time to\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.researchgate.net\/publication\/237306205_WATCH_WAIT_AND_WONDER_An_Infant-led_Approach_to_Infant-parent_Psychotherapy\">watch, wait, wonder<\/a>\u00a0and listen to how your child perceives the world. Allow yourself to feel and explore the magic of the world through your child\u2019s eyes. This will provide your child the experience of feeling\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/drdansiegel.com\/\">seen and heard, to know they are important and worthy of love<\/a>. This will help you form a trusted and secure connection with them.<\/p>\n<p><strong>2. Share:<\/strong>\u00a0Create trust by sharing yourself: who you are, what you love, your history and childhood. Children seek connection from birth, well before they can talk. Communicate and talk with\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bbc.com\/future\/article\/20191001-the-word-gap-that-affects-how-your-babys-brain-grows\">your baby and young child<\/a>, and they will learn about the world. As humans, sharing our feelings and experiences, and taking the risk of being vulnerable, is important to building meaningful, loving connections. There is strength and beauty\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.psychologytoday.com\/ca\/blog\/in-it-together\/201902\/emotional-vulnerability-the-path-connection\">in the vulnerable gift of yourself<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><strong>3. Play:<\/strong>\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=f-V3yGgtEpg\">From infancy<\/a>, children\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/learningthroughplay.com\/explore-the-research\/the-scientific-case-for-learning-through-play\/\">learn through play<\/a>. It is how they\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1177\/1476718X13498337\">understand, process<\/a>\u00a0and make meaning of the world. Play is fun and engaging and it allows for attuned, loving and responsive connection. Engage and play with your child in developmentally appropriate ways.<\/p>\n<p>Consider something that interests your child, and also share what you enjoy with them. Sharing play can help build a loving, trusting relationship that will last a lifetime.<\/p>\n<p><strong>4. Storytime:<\/strong>\u00a0Reading and sharing stories (real or imagined)\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/theconversation.com\/7-favourite-books-for-connecting-with-your-preschooler-119987\">is a wonderful way to connect and share a loving snuggle time<\/a>. This is important for children to create a\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/raisingchildren.net.au\/babies\/play-learning\/literacy-reading-stories\/reading-storytelling\">love of reading<\/a>\u00a0and develop listening, critical thinking and literacy skills and experience a calm relaxing time together, feeling secure and connected. You might also discover brilliant magical moments when your child shares their world with you.<\/p>\n<p><strong>5. Adventure and\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1080\/14616734.2019.1589056\">explore<\/a>:<\/strong>\u00a0When children are preschoolers and older, imagining a world and building a fort is exciting. This kind of\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/unicefkidpower.org\/fun-family-activities-resources\/\">open-ended play using simple objects from around the home<\/a>\u00a0develops spatial reasoning and problem solving skills. Pitching a tent or gazing at the moon allows children to see, hear and experience the world from a new perspective.<\/p>\n<p>Going on a nature hunt to discover the many facets of the outdoors allows children to understand the world and allows you to share your interests and knowledge with them. For example, finding a snail can be one of the most brilliant events: You could explore how they live and move, observing the snail\u2019s shell. You might discuss\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/bedtimemath.org\/fun-math-fibonacci-snails\/\">fascinating insights<\/a>\u00a0about shapes, or\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/2tv6Ej6JVho\">patterns in nature<\/a>. Share in the awe and wonder.<\/p>\n<p><strong>6. Model love:<\/strong>\u00a0Be intentional about how you live your life, what you show your child and how you treat the people you and your child love. Remember, they are watching and learning from you all the time. Be the best dad or caregiver you can be.<\/p>\n<p>Love\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/horizons.gc.ca\/en\/2019\/11\/14\/social-epigenetics-how-your-early-life-environment-gets-under-your-skin\/\">gets under your child\u2019s skin<\/a>\u00a0and lives within them forever. It fills their hearts and teaches them they are always enough \u2014 and allows them to confidently sparkle and shoot for the stars. The ripple effect of love is incredible. For this Father\u2019s Day, create a ripple with your child and see what beauty and wonder evolves.<\/p>\n<p><em><strong>Author Bio:<\/strong> Nikki Martyn is Program Head of Early Childhood Studies at the University of Guelph-Humber<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The early years are the most dynamic time of life,\u00a0producing more than a million neural connections each second. For parents or caregivers, this time offers a wonderful opportunity to impact children\u2019s lives, allowing children to see and experience relationships and the world as\u00a0balanced, secure and loving. Through a loving connection, children learn what it means [&hellip;]\n&hellip; <a href=\"https:\/\/world.edu\/6-ways-fathers-can-share-love-and-connection-with-their-babies-preschoolers-and-young-children\/\" class=\"more\">learn more&rarr;<\/a><\/p>","protected":false},"author":33,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[95],"tags":[429091],"coauthors":[11733],"class_list":["post-63465","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-lifestyle","tag-loving-connection"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v28.2 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>6 ways fathers can share love and connection with their babies, preschoolers and young children - World leading higher education information and services<\/title>\n<meta name=\"robots\" content=\"index, follow, max-snippet:-1, max-image-preview:large, max-video-preview:-1\" \/>\n<link rel=\"canonical\" href=\"https:\/\/world.edu\/6-ways-fathers-can-share-love-and-connection-with-their-babies-preschoolers-and-young-children\/\" class=\"yoast-seo-meta-tag\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:locale\" content=\"en_US\" class=\"yoast-seo-meta-tag\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:type\" content=\"article\" class=\"yoast-seo-meta-tag\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:title\" content=\"6 ways fathers can share love and connection with their babies, preschoolers and young children - World leading higher education information and services\" class=\"yoast-seo-meta-tag\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:description\" content=\"The early years are the most dynamic time of life,\u00a0producing more than a million neural connections each second. 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