Tag: Fatherhood

Dads Raising Daughters: On Teaching Girls That They Can Do Anything Boys Can Do

Yesterday, we heard from real dads about teaching their daughters that they are smart and beautiful. Today, real dads tell us how they teach their daughters that girls can do anything boys can do. For advice, I turned to Tony, the father of three girls under the age of nine; Adam, the father of two daughters […]

Dads Raising Daughters: On Teaching Girls They Are Strong, Beautiful & Powerful

Last year for Father’s Day, we ran a series of interviews with real-life dads divulging their wisdom on raising independent, vibrant girls. Dads Raising Daughters turned out really lovely, so I’m making a fledgling Frisky tradition of it! This year for fatherly parenting advice, I turned to Josh, who has two girls ages eight and five; Jim, who […]

Mommie Dearest: Breastfeeding Shouldn’t Make Men And Women Unequal As Parents

When it comes to mothering and the so-called “Mommy Wars,” the one debate that will seemingly never die is the one centered around breastfeeding. I’ve written extensively about breastfeeding in the past, and in my day job I work on finding accessible ways to educate pregnant women about breastfeeding, in the hopes that they’ll at least be open […]

How Has Fatherhood Changed Bradley Cooper?

The ‘A Star is Born’ star actor is currently experiencing the biggest success in his career. Starring and producing ‘A Star is Born’ has brought Bradley Cooper critical acclaim and no one can stay indifferent at the chemistry he has with his co-star Lady Gaga. This led many people wonder whether they are actually a […]