Father's Day 2010

06.16.10 Celebrate the men in your life with gifts that have a personal touch.

With fatherhood on the attack in the media these days, it seems especially appropriate for all of us to take a moment this Sunday on Father's Day to thank the men in our lives—the ones called "Dad."

Today's dads are creating a new identity, with men being more active and involved fathers. So involved that a new books says a dad's hormones change, too, during pregnancy. Plus, there's been a real shift in the way men talk about fatherhood: They know they're not perfect, but most dads are trying to be hands-on—like it or not, moms!

We've rounded up a few links for inspiration as you stop to thank the special men in your life—whether it's your partner or your own dad—for all that they do all year-round and throughout our lives.

WORDS OF WISDOM

• Sorry to say it, but dads don't get as much attention as moms on their special day.

• In honor of Father's Day, a news site's readers share the quirky traits they inherited from their dads.

• A father and daughter bond, page by page.

• What happens when dad isn't the world's greatest? Well, many years ago, the lazy ones were sent to a farm.

• This Father's Day, our Ask the Labor Nurse blogger suggests moms offer support so that fathers can make solid, independent decisions. "They're fathers, not mother's helpers." 

• Check out this woman's five reasons stay-at-home dads rule.

• From one man to another, here is some Father's Day advice for single dads.

• One son says "thank you" to his dad.

• Watch these video clips! Nobody says it better than America's favorite TV dad Bill Cosby—especially when it comes to the subjects of Father's Day and education.
   

GIFTS

• Tackle fatherhood with these six cool dad-friendly baby gear picks.

• Here are some ways to get your children involved this Father's Day.

• How about some do-it-yourself Father's Day cards?

• Celebrity dads offer up some helpful Father's Day gift ideas.

• On a budget? Check out these under-$25 gift ideas.

• If it's all about technology, browse through these Father's Day gifts for web-savvy dudes.

• Scan through these present ideas for dads who read.

• Or how about something less-ordinary: Eight offbeat ways to celebrate dear old dad.

• Grooming gifts to keep dad looking good.

• Honor your dad by staying within your budget!

• From style tips to grilling gear, this Father's Day guide has you covered.

• Still stumped? From the foodie to the sports fan, these presents are perfect.

DAD BLOGGERS

• A first-time dad tells it like it is, which most guys can appreciate.

• One dad shares his 1,001 rules for his unborn son.

• A site geared specifically to new dads.

• A blog to help modern fathers "maximize their connections to their families."

• A dad shares his stories of raising a daughter when his wife dies a day after giving birth.

• If you're looking for a good laugh and some blunt, age-old wisdom from a 70-something dad, then S**t My Dad Says is the blog for you.

• We've all been there: You're on vacation with your parents and someone takes out a camera and actually starts taking photos. See the results of these awkwards moments at the photo blog Dads on Vacation.

Maria Vega is Fit Pregnancy magazine's copy editor