Parenthood is not an easy job. You can get all the help you need in textbooks and manuals online but it all goes down to how you can meet your child’s various needs – from physiological to everything else. The chances of you achieving the best dad award depend on how much you’re willing to sacrifice to be the best parent you can be.

What’s more important to you? As long as family takes 2nd priority in your life, your kids will always get what’s left of your time. Don’t have your kid competing against your world, your hobbies, and your other activities just to get some quality time with you.

It’s wrong to let the wife take care of the kids by herself. There are two parents in the family, and you better not forget that. Your wife may be capable of rearing the kids but you shouldn’t let her do it alone. Otherwise, you’ll be a stranger to your kid’s life.

Be present in the highlights of their life like their soccer game finals, recitals, graduations, etc. Kids have to feel your support when they’re doing something important. Your presence will encourage them to work harder for their goals.

In the coming years, after you’re retired, you will be the one who needs their affection. Love your kids so they will be there for you when you’re all wrinkled.

At the risk of sounding cheesy, your kids really are your legacy. They are the next generation. Teach them values which can change the world.

Communicate. Who are your kids? Talk to them and get to know them. Help them appreciate who they are by being interested in their personality. They need you to listen to their ideas. You may not agree all the time but communication will definitely establish a close relationship.