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[Dave]

In some extracts (courtesy of Anne Davies, Washington on June 23, 2009)  from Barak Obama revelations on fatherhood he said it was not enough to be there when it was convenient or easy but that what really counted was being there when it was difficult and thankless. He said fathers needed to "step up" and realise that their job does not end at conception - "that what makes you a man is not the ability to have a child but the courage to raise one." Sounds a bit like our tag line, becoming one is easier than being one, and please note our tag line came prior June 23.

[Brisvegas Dad]

becoming a dad is definitely easier than being a dad.  my little boy is only 2,5 months and it is tough to be a dad.  when i come home from work i am keen to just chill but realise that my wife has not had a break all day and she probably needs one.  i try to get home early and bath him and put him to bed so that i can also have quality time. i dont want him to get to 18 and not know me as his dad.  i think that generations have also changed.  if i ask my dad whether he changed a diaper - i can tell you the answer is probably no.  todays generation of blokes (of which i consider myself) are keen to get involved which is good i reckon.

[max]

society today certainly expect us blokes to step up and be active dads. I agree with you, my ol' man would never have changed a nappy.
It just makes sense to be actively involved in your kids.
One's  wife / partner can be often be deprived  of adult contact during the day and being with kids all day has its challenges.
Always good to get involved in their day and help them put some structure into it so they don't feel so trapped.