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My name is Jared. I am an engineer by day, and a Dad all the time. I have a son named Ace. He was born on March 12, 2007. I am committed to being a good Dad and being there for my son when he needs me and even when he doesn't.

I may be new to being a Dad, but believe me, I have learned a lot. I knew nothing about babies. I would never hold a baby, feed a baby, or change a diaper. I wanted to be involved in all of my sons experiences and so I jumped right in. I would volunteer to do all of the things that I was scared of. It was the only way I was going to learn.

I write about my parenting experiences at DadThing.com

Creative Writing > Reflections Reflections: Changing role of parenting

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I am a Dad to an eight month old boy. I feel that the role of a Dad has changed greatly since I was a boy. In the not so distant past, men were the main bread winners for the family. The woman would take care of the kids and the home. Well, things have changed... With the realization of equal rights, women have worked their way up the corporate ladder and are making great salaries. Many times their salary even supersedes their husband's salary. With both parents working, parenting responsibilities are split more equally, or sometimes more on the Dad. I work during the day and my wife works...

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