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paternal instinct

The sound of trouble

I think paternal instinct is underrated. Mothers are given credit for “the bond” and knowing instinctually when their kids are in trouble, while fathers are relegated to second class parenthood. I know, I know. Fathers miss out on gestation and the birthing experience, but I’d put my ear for trouble up against any mother’s. Now Cheryl might say the ear is only effective when the brain maintains an active connection – but I’d rather ignore this inconvenient observation for the moment. I won’t try to tell you I’m an expert in child behavior but I know my kids. Their cries [...]