Father To Daughter:

• Tell her that she is capable and can achieve her goals.
• Listen to her. Encourage her to tell you about her interests, goals, and dreams.
• The father who has worked on being a sensitive listener will be the natural person for his daughter to go to when she has questions about boys/men.
• She needs to hear your opinions and feelings about relationships.
• Model positive masculinity; make your family a high priority, keep your promises, and show concern for others.
• Model healthy and respectful behavior toward women.
• Take her shopping and do your best to identify her unique tastes.
• Tell her that she is beautiful inwardly. Point out some specific examples.
• Let your daughter know that you accept and love her for who she is.
• Ask her what she enjoys doing with you and then set up time to do that activity.
• Show your daughter approval and affection. If you don't she may think that you don't care or that something is wrong with her.