Dr. Jeremy F. Shapiro
Pediatrician
Dr Shapiro completed his undergraduate education at UC San Diego earning a B S in Biochemistry and Cell Biology and a B A in Political Science He furthered his education at UCLA where he earned a Masters Degree in Public…
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A Shout Out to the Dads
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Posted in Adoption by Dr. Jeremy F. Shapiro on Sep 08, 2009
 

Well, maybe shout out is not the correct term, but what I'm requesting is to hear a bit more from the fathers out there.  Now please don't get me wrong as I've thoroughly enjoyed reading the viewpoints shared by many of our Daily Strength members over the past year and a half.  And yes, I do read them all.

 

But where are the dads?  You see, I'm all about sharing different perspectives on just about any topic and I think many others would enjoy hearing from some of the fathers as well as the mothers we have here at Daily Strength.  This follows the premise that often the most enjoyable visits in my office are when both parents are present.  Because it is then I feel I'm getting the best perspective and sense of what is going on with the child I am caring for.

 

So my request once again...let's hear from more of the dads we have here at Daily Strength.  We all have something to share.

 

 

Dr. Jeremy


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I'm a full time Father of a 3 1/2 year old little girl... My STBX doesn't have anything to do with my daughter unless her parents come into town and force her to visit my daughter. She doesn't call her daughter at all and doesn't provide any support, either physical, emotional or financial.
By TheClerk  Oct 08, 2009
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I'm a widowed father of four sons, 9-16, I am quietly active on this site and have to say, there seems to be no shortage of contributions from fathers, married, widowed, single or estranged. Is there anything specific you'd like to hear from us? There are always health concerns when parenting and when single, the responsibility is not shared and sometimes, quite a burden but I feel I am not short of advice if a medical problem arose, at the moment, touch wood, they all seem fairly healthy and hope to God it stays that way.
I own a single parent site and there are may people who help others on there regularly so I don't feel I am lacking in this area, however having a doctor such as you responding to our questions, is indeed a privilege and I appreciate your attention...A
By MrForgetful  Sep 22, 2009
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Dustin, may not be simple to answer with one or two lines but I do hope your support system is strong.
By DrJeremy  Sep 17, 2009
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I'm a father of six, 2 children and 4 step children. Once a pone a time we were all together, my illness and other contributing factors have ended up separated.My hopes were pinned on getting the spinal stimulator,but some psychologist said I'm not stable enough.I'm tired of fighting with the system and Dr.s,I feel like the wind is let out of my sail.Dr.how do I advocate for my self the things that I need?
By DustinW  Sep 15, 2009
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Are there any particular issues re. children/health etc. anyone would like to hear about and possibly discuss?

Dr. Jeremy
By DrJeremy  Sep 13, 2009
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I'm a recently separated daad of two boys: 2 and 6. My boys are dealing with the separation well. My wife and I are trying hard to impact them as little as possible. The biggest impact has been shuttling back and forth to two residences as we split them 2 weeks/2 weeks. The 2 year old has some sleeping issues in the new aparttment at first but things seem back to normal now. We keep them on very consistent schedules. The worst things have been forgotten homework or bookbag at one house or the other but nothing major.

Fortunately, both are healthy, bright and loving kids.
By LRCNO  Sep 11, 2009
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I am a father of 2 and step father to 3 and bipolar. I LOVE my kids, all of them. Which is why I hate the fact that on occasion they trigger my mania. Then dad gets a little crazy and I have to lock myself away so that I don't go off on them for no reason at all. To tell the truth, it sucks. I want nothing more than a loving realationship with my kids but when I go manic I fear that I can't. I never knew my father growing up, his is bipolar as well and chose to distance himself completely, I understand why now, sometimes as much as it breaks my heart to think it, maybe they would be better off without me. I would do anything for them but I can't show an ounce of compassion when I am manic. Which is just about everyday lately. Actually more of a rapid cylcle so who knows which dad they are going to get.

Ok, that's all I can share for now
Brian
By spaz23  Sep 10, 2009
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Obviously some very difficult issues some of us have to deal with. Wishing everyone the best.
By DrJeremy  Sep 10, 2009
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Well, I am not yet a dad but I want to tell that my dad is the best. He provides us everything we needed. Especially with financial matters, though it so hard to earn money, he works harder to sustain our needs. EPPICard isn't getting itself a great track record at this point. The company was contracted by several states to assist in delivering unemployment benefits, as an ATM card, complete with PIN number, with a persons' unemployment disbursement in the account. That's where it went haywire – people that were using the EPPICard for this purpose in Indiana, Oklahoma, Nevada, and South Carolina to begin with, had things ranging from identity theft, missing money, and non-existent customer service. Internet browsers are even steering clear of the company's website – as it seems to be susceptible to phishing and identity theft.
By RodneyKFC  Sep 10, 2009
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My son just turned 27 and is in jail for 5 more years. Makes a person feel old real fast
By terry7662  Sep 10, 2009
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I became a Dad 5 months and 2 days ago. The Daddy part is wanderful. I got layed off the day i found out my wife was pregnant so i was able to be there for her through the whole thing and be there everyday since my daughter was born. The baby thing is great. I have so much fun with her although she can't do a whole lot yet. Me and my wife on the other hand seems like we are falling apart. There's no physical intamacy. Theres no sex, i have to initiate hugs and kisses and seems like she doesn't even try on her part. I guess growing up with a childhood not feeling loved much at all is helping me deal with this some but it still hurts. A lot. But my daughter keeps me going. My daughter doesn't crawl yet, but will scoot across the room. She is starting to grab at things and understand she is the one controling her hands. She reaches out for things when it is close to her. including daddy's tea lol. A while back i ended up in trouble cause a friend of mine and was facing life in prison. Before that i had no control over my life being i was always on some type of drug or pill staying messed up all the time. I would have never thought about trying to start a family before i went to jail. It hit me while i was locked up. Almost every night i had to fight off tears in jail thinking i messed up. I will never experience the joy of having a wife or a kid. So you can only imagine the happiness i feel when my daughter looks up at me and coos and grins. I've only cried twice from happiness in life. Once at my wedding and once in the delivery room. I didn't know i could feel this much happiness. Yeah me and the wife got some stuff to work on between me and her, but being a dad has made me happier then i have ever been.
By wickedlife  Sep 09, 2009
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I have been a father to my child now since he was born and with his mother for about a year or two before that (he's 15 now). His Mum and I are about to part and I will subsequently have to go through the homeless route getting housed in areas I'm trying to avoid. I want to do the best thing possible for my Son and get well so I can maybe help him and his Mum. That's all for now as it's all pretty deep-rooted so will not go into more detail just now. We have no rights as fathers in Scotland when we are not married so the equal opportunities thing just doesn't ring true throughout. I am afraid and don't really know who to turn to as have no-one really that I can rely on.
By pietro  Sep 08, 2009
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