What makes a good dad nowadays?

A man who has a relationship with his kids.

Who puts God first in his life.

Who is good to the mother of his children.

A good dad now a days is a person who absolutley loves his children and who would do anything to see them happy. What it means to be a "good dad" in my opinion has'nt really changed in the past couple of decades. Sure we have evolved into a more liberal society, but it still pretty much the same. A "good dad" sacrifices alot for his family, he understands that no matter how "different" his kids may be, they're still people and he treats them like so. I know theres more to being a good dad then all of this but I will never be a dad. Maybe a mom someday, hopfully a good one. :)

I think this is an age old question. Its hard now a days because new dads dont seem to have the father figure they needed to set the example first. I think that as long as he loves his family and trys his hardest to be there for them in time of need and just time to play. You cant really ask to much more. But Of course I do. I dont let my husband get away with just bringing home the pay check. Dads shouldnt check out when there time card at work does. Dads need that relationship with there sons to set the example, and there daughters so they know who to look for in a husband down the road. PLus never talking down to the kids because they can undo hours of positive reinforment with 1 harsh word

I say someone that can provide for his family, by going to work to help bring in the bacon if the wife doesn't, but also after he has a bit of a rest he helps the mom with the kids too so she can rest for a bit. He protects both daugther and SON if he has one, by talking to them about sex and other dangers. He also helps with homework and listening to his kids, being there for them, going to their games and events.

If he is a stay at home dad, he does all that he can to feed the children, change them, take care of them (this is necessary too even if he works), he also helps to bathe them, make them laugh, have a good time, play with them and love them.

A good dad puts the needs of his children first, even before his own needs and doesn't mind one bit.

I think the same as always. Financial support, quality time together, being available to you as much as possible. Money is important, but in my opinion, knowing that you are loved is far better.

a man who takes care of buisness and his kids just as the mother does.

someone that will be there for you the children and for the mom