The benefits of a responsible, present father, are often underestimated in a child's life. An involved dad can serve as a role model, caregiver, and friend. A child with active parents are more likely to do well in school and stay out of trouble.
If one is unsure what they need to do to be the best father they can be, there are many options to help one prepare for responsible fatherhood. Current successful fathers can be great individuals to learn from and model oneself after. Spending time with these men not only promotes a positive friendship, but prepares one for his own role as a father. There are also classes that one can take to learn appropriate skills or perfect the ones they have. These are often available through local hospitals, schools, and community programs. Quite often these classes are low cost or free.
Although parenthood can seem overwhelming, there are ways that a man can prepare himself to be a present, responsible father and benefit his child in more ways than one!