‘It changed me for the better’: Five men on how fatherhood has transformed their lives (opens original article in a new tab)

Five men share how fatherhood transformed their lives, leading to personal growth, new support networks, and advocacy for parental rights.

• Shane O'Connor founded Lads2dads to support fathers transitioning to parenthood.
• Anton Jarvis struggled with feelings of detachment and loneliness as a new father in Ireland.
• Mark O’Looney Cannon and his husband faced legal challenges regarding Irish citizenship for their children born via surrogacy.
• Fatherhood led all three men to become more patient, organized, and involved in their families.