SAHD & their Children!

[jess2904]

thanks to everyone helping out!
my research is going great

i just need two more dads to fill out the survey!

[Cubfan]

Originally Posted by jess2904

What do you think is the major difference between stay at home mums, and stay at home dads?

When driving a few blocks to visit friends/neighbors, or drop said friends/neighbors back off at their houses, moms feel the need to buckle them in and/or make a big deal about getting each kid their car seat. Dads just toss the kids in the cargo space of the SUV and drive.

[sao95]

What do you think is the major difference between stay at home mums, and stay at home dads?

moms have it easier

Why?

typically they are more accepted by society, I don't believe they have the same pressure to go back to work when the kids are school age, they don't have the repair things around the house and on the vehicles (the typical dad tasks) and while sahd's do the tasks typically associated with a sahparent, they also have those extras.

How has being a stay at home dad affected the way you feel about stay at home parents?

the job is harder than I thought

What is the best part of beig a stay at home dad?

I get to be with my kids every day and be involved in all they do.

Why do you thihnk there is only a small amount of SAHD's?

societal stereotypes

Do your children enjoy having a stay at home dad? Why/Why not?

I'd say yes, because I don't bitch as much as my wife.

[daddy_diaz3000]

1)What do you think is the major difference between stay at home mums, and stay at home dads?

I think women are taught from a early age to be moms. its like they have the maternal instinct already. I see it in my 2 yo daughter when she has one of her "babies" with her. She dresses them, carries them, put them in her toy stroller.
As a boy, your taught about cars, tools, girls, cartoons. Some useful stuff, but not much about raising kids.

2)Why?

Women are usually taught to be wives and mothers. To cook, clean and etc. Men are taught to work, provide for their family.



3)How has being a stay at home dad affected the way you feel about stay at home parents?

Staying at home with my kids is not easy. Ive found myself telling my wife that its not easy and she agrees. I got my hands full with a 2 yo girl and a 1 yo boy. They pick on each other or they will both tag team to make a HUGE mess.

4)What is the best part of being a stay at home dad?

I like to be there when my kids wake up. They are so happy. I feel a sense of satisfaction when i see my kids happy, fed and clean. They grow up so fast. If i was working, id miss seeing all the cute stuff. I use to listen to my wife tell me about the kids and what they did. I wish i was there. Now I have that chance and I am the one telling her what goes on while she is gone.

5)Why do you think there is only a small amount of SAHD's?

i think men have too much pride to stay home and watch the kids while mom goes to work. To be honest, its hard for me to have to switch roles. But someone has to take care of the kids. Being a dad isnt just about playing catch or occasionally changing a diaper. My kids are paramount. Number 1 in my life. Anything i do just about is for them. At the moment, i am not working but my wife is. I dont want anyone else besides me and my wife to raise my kids.

6)Do your children enjoy having a stay at home dad? Why/Why not?

I think my kids like having me around more. Ive noticed that me and my son have grown closer. He is a mama's boy and still is. But he lets me be closer to him and lets me hug him more often. My daughter loves having me around..she daddy's girl. But i dont think they like that I discipline them. I'm former military, daddy don't take no guff!

[busydad]

i really enjoy reading this feedback as i prepare for stay at home daddy world