Yes.....Dads Feel The Pain Just Like Mom When A Child Is Absent

So much has been discussed about maternal instinct regarding the separation of a child from their mother. However, dads feel the same separation anxiety.  Many websites including mamapedia and netmums have published articles discussing separation anxiety from a child and their father.

Culturally, our society focuses on the loss for the mom. Very little acknowledgement is given to a dad regarding the loss of a child due to divorce. Even with a joint physical custody agreement. The days away from a child can impact both parents.

More importantly, according to a Pew research study, dads identify with their roles as fathers. The study of men and women find that parenting satisfaction is equally important. Both genders identify parenting as the most enjoyable aspect of their life. Thus, when a child is not around, the pain of missing them is profound. The next time you see someone have empathy for the mother because the dad has the kids, try to remember that the pain and suffering is difficult for both parents.