As I navigate the world of fatherhood, I sometimes feel overshadowed by the incredible mothers in my life. With my partner and our caregiver being practically superhuman, it can be daunting to measure up. Sure, I’ve had my share of dad fails—forgetting to pack essentials like diapers or milk—but I’ve also had some wins! Here are six instances where I feel I really excelled as a father.
1. Nailing the Bottle Warming Technique
I can’t explain why I struggled with warming milk for that first week at home; it was either ice-cold or scalding hot. But when I finally got that bottle to the perfect temperature during a midnight feeding, I was fist-pumping like a champ! It was a small victory, but a victory nonetheless.
2. Remembering Her Pants
Look at that! My little one is dressed, and yes, she’s wearing pants. I take pride in making sure she’s cozy and prepared for any weather. Admittedly, there have been moments when I’ve taken her out without pants, but hey, parenting can scramble your brain. No judgment, please.
3. Surviving a Girls’ Night
When my partner headed out for a well-deserved night with friends, I took charge of the little lady all by myself. And you know what? Everything went smoothly! The baby was safe, nothing got broken, and I didn’t even have to call in the fire department. I’d say I handled that pretty well.
4. Introducing Good Music
When it comes to music, I’m determined to fill our home with quality tunes. I played Otis Redding for my daughter, ensuring she grows up appreciating the classics. It’s my duty as a dad to teach her the difference between real music and the rest—there will be no pop fluff in this house!
5. Safe Travels
I was a bundle of nerves the first time we hit the road together. Every car around me felt like a potential threat, and I was ready to protect my baby at all costs. Even though I realized I was only going 40 mph on the freeway, I managed to get her home safe and sound, which I consider a win.
6. Early Morning Wake-Up
I’ve managed to wake up before my partner on several occasions, which is a feat in itself. When I heard our daughter crying and realized she was still asleep, I felt a twinge of pride. But I quickly remembered that she deserves her rest, so I refrained from waking her to brag.
Overall, I think I’m doing pretty well in my parenting journey. My daughter is healthy, we have a somewhat organized home, and she usually leaves the house fully dressed. They say being a dad is about embracing imperfections and striving to improve, and I feel like I’m on the right path.
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In summary, fatherhood is a mix of challenges and triumphs. While I may have my shortcomings, I also have moments that remind me I can be a great dad.