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Daddy & Daughters: Bonding Time

Fathers have tremendous influence on their daughters; naturally sharing a special bond that affects the way a girl grows up.
Celebrate Father’s Day, Sunday, June 19, 2016, and pay tribute to the father-figures in your life.
The affect of strong bonds
There is no time like the present to encourage the positive influence of dads, everywhere. The "EncourageingDads.com"project,
a.k.a. EDP, has a profound mission:
“Creating a community where we can share positive stories
and ideas about becoming better and stronger fathers.” Read life-changing, inspirational stories, and become part of the movement.
Do you remember when you “played house” as a child? Have you ever considered what role models you were mimicking then? Traditionally, gender-based housekeeping roles have meant that women are generally expected to take care of the housekeeping chores, like cooking, cleaning, etc. But the demands of daily living have created new realities amid changing expectations. Today, more couples share in the housekeeping responsibilities, thus, sending the message that everyday housekeeping chores don’t always need to be performed by the woman of the house; it’s acceptable for men to “help out”. In this powerful Ariel India commercial, An Apology From A Dad To His Daughter, On Behalf Of Fathers Everywhere, the message is clear-- that it’s okay for “dad” to help “mom” with the household chores. Life is easier when we “Share the load”.
Fathers and Daughters Connecting:

Fathers are not a substitute for mothers, but they play an equally critical role in helping daughters develop into confident young women. Girls who look up to their fathers seek affirmations from them. Certain conversations between dads and daughters may seem awkward or uncomfortable, but there are tools available to help in this area. The Dove’s Self-Esteem project link provides useful tips to improve communication around sensitive topics in the following article, “The father-daughter relationship and girls’ body confidence – where do dads fit in?�����
Remember Pantene’s daddy-daughter video that aired during Super Bowl commercials earlier this year?

Kudos to Pantene for creating the cutest videos that celebrate the important role dads play in developing self-esteem in daughters. This "Strong Is Beautiful" campaign encourages fathers to take on a more active role in the life of their daughter(s).