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Readers' Stories About Fatherhood

Every father has stories of times that were meaningful to him. And there are lots of stories good and bad about dads. Maybe the story you have to tell is about an adoption, or the birth of a child, or a custody challenge during or after a divorce, or about parenting a new shared family or a teenager. Or maybe it is about your dad. Tell us about it!
  1. General Fatherhood Stories (7)
  2. Stories About Adoption (1)
  3. Stories About Divorce (2)
  4. Stories About Pregnancy (1)
  5. Stories About Teenagers (0)
  6. Stories by Stepfathers (0)
  7. Stories by Grandfathers (1)
  8. Stories About My Dad (2)
  9. About Not Having a Dad (0)

Your Best Fatherhood Stories

Every father has stories of times that were meaningful to him. And there are lots of stories good and bad about dads. Sometimes the tender moments are the best ones to share. Tell us about your fathering moments that mean the most to you! See submissions

Your Favorite Father's Life Lesson

Did your father (or someone else's father) teach you an important life lesson? Tell us about the lesson, how it was taught, and how you have passed it on to others.See submissions

Father and Child Reunion Stories

A long awaited reunion between a father and a child can be a special moment. Whether dad was away in the military, estranged from the child years before or just separated for a long time, the story of the reunion can be inspiring. Share your story here and appropriate entries will be posted on the Fatherhood site at About.com.

Share Your Favorite Fatherhood Stories

Have a story or advice to share with other fathers? Then explore the opportunities to share and post your stories here at the About.com Fatherhood site. You can post your stories and photos about the experience as well and help other fathers have (or avoid) similar experiences in their own lives.

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