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[quote=Anonymous]Dear insecure Dads,
A lot of moms are just trying to help their children's dad be the best parent possible. My kid knows I'm the more competent and responsible parent. That doesn't mean she doesn't love her dad equally. She just knows his strengths and weaknesses. Just as she knows mine. 
She figured him out when she was about six and his "silly Daddy!" routine when he screwed up didn't cut it after he actually cost her an opportunity that she really wanted. After that, she started asking me to handle everything important. At first, he was hurt and angry, but it has made his life so much easier. Now he can focus on what he does best --being a fun and affectionate parent. Recently, DD's scheduling needs have changed and she wants more time to focus on her activities and less time to just hang out with him. I know this scares and hurts him, but if he could just be more responsible, I'd happily turn over a lot of these events to him. Other dad's do them so I know it's not a special lady thing. It does take being organized and detail-oriented. If her dad insists on taking over and he isn't able to handle it, that could create a rift between them that isn't there. 
If your children's mom gives you a tip about how to make them more comfortable when they are sick, maybe test it out before you assume she's trying to control you.[/quote]

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