How to be a Swagger Dad

They call it the moment when boys become men. Whether it is by the will of a broken condom or the result of a meticulously planned pregnancy, fatherhood can be a very rewarding experience. Drawn to their intrinsic swagger values, boys begin their transition into young, responsible men when they take on the challenge of being a father. They rally their confidence when they need to make decisions and they speak with authority when the occasion rises.

Becoming a father entails a lot of work. Your world changes. You have given life to an actual human being. You are no longer caring for yourself - and your wife, naturally – and you begin to prioritize your child’s needs before yours. Fathers are also the first predominant male figure in any child’s life. Your son will turn out to be the splitting image of you as they try to emulate you in every way and your daughter will benchmark future boyfriends against you.



Being a father is the most gratifying job one can ever have – ask all the Dads around; they can attest to that. Look at Will Smith and Bill Cosby. They are both successful moguls, and having a family consummate their lives. Yet it can also be a flummoxing period as you trek into unfamiliar territory. Swagger Essentials is here to tide you over. Do you aspire to be your kid's superhero? Do you want your kids to look up to you in admiration? Here are some simple tips that will help transform you into a bona fide Swagger Dad!

Be the father you always wanted to be

Lead by example

To a child, a father is the epitome of well, everything! Through his innocent eyes, he perceives all of your actions and behaviors as permissible. If you have a habit of public spitting – which we hope you do not because that is NOT swagger-like -, he will grow up thinking that regurgitating his mucus to the earth is a healthy habit. If you wish for your child to grow up and be a successful member of the society, you first need to get over your sloppy self.

Through the way you behave in various circumstances, you inculcate swagger qualities in your child. Your daughter takes after your mannerism; she observes the way you gesture and speak confidently in a social setting. If you’re a contentious one and you pick a fight whenever you can, your child is likely to become a bully in future. So start displaying the right and positive attitude!

Be affectionate to your wife and children

A good father should torch the family spirit. Children who grow up in a home that is brimming with love grow up to become open minded and amiable social butterflies. They are more comfortable in social gatherings than those who suffer abandonment issues. You certainly do not want your kid to become rigid and void of emotions, do you?


No, we don’t mean for you to start fornicating with your wife in the presence of your kids. Witnessing his parents in the middle of a sexual romp will scar any child for life. When we say affection, we mean non-dirty flirting such as a gentle peck on the cheeks or holding hands. What better way to teach love than to spread love? Spend some quality time with your family; show them that they come first.

Let your children choose the way they want to live their life

Do you remember the heated debate you had with your parents when you decided to do something unconventional? Do you remember how much you hated them for depriving you of the chance to follow your dreams? You might have hopes and big dreams for your children – you want your son to be a hot shot lawyer and you want your daughter to be a teacher – but those are YOUR hopes and dreams. It isn’t necessarily what THEY want.

Allow your children to tap in their full potential. Do not lay out their paths for them. Who is to say your daughters cannot enjoy success in a modeling career? Say hello to the likes of Heidi Klum, Adriana Lima, who earn more zeros in a month than you ever will. There is no use in making your son pass the bar when he is better off swinging off it – and by that we mean dancer -. A good father advises, but does not restrict. To be a swagger dad, you need to discover your child’s innate talent and prepare him for greatness in every way possible.

Fatherhood is both an exhilarating and daunting journey. It is definitely no easy ride, but some people find true meaning in their lives after having a child of their own. Remember, the way your child behaves has a lot to do with his upbringing. If he turns out to be either a slob or a snob, you take the blame. If he is a well respected man, people will know who should take credit.