Father Time: Rediscovering the Essential Roles of Fathers Through Human History

Reframing the Narrative of Fatherhood The concept of fatherhood has often been simplified and overshadowed by societal archetypes emphasizing masculinity primarily through the lens of the hunter or provider. However, recent anthropological, psychological, and sociological research—most notably encapsulated in the seminal work Father Time by Sarah Blaffer Hrdy (2024)—reveals a far richer and more nuancedContinue reading “Father Time: Rediscovering the Essential Roles of Fathers Through Human History”

Parenting Across the Ages: What Early Hominins Can Teach Us About Raising Children Today

Imagine what it might have been like to be a parent 1.8 million years ago. There were no cribs, no baby monitors, and no parenting books. Yet, the task of caring for and raising children was just as important then as it is today. While we often think of things like stone tools, fire, andContinue reading “Parenting Across the Ages: What Early Hominins Can Teach Us About Raising Children Today”