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The expression ‘useless as a chocolate teacup’ comes to mind when describing what many fathers in the past felt about their involvement during labour and when caring for newborns. Fathers historically have taken a passive role during pregnancy, going about their lives mostly as normal (and wondering what the rules are about pregnancy and intimacy). They’ve offered a shoulder rub to their partner during childbirth. And when it came to looking after babies, history is replete with examples of men avoiding the multiple night-time wakings, and feigning strategic incompetence when nappies needed changing. But that was then. These days, an increasing number of guys now want a piece of the baby action, and are rolling up their sleeves to muck in with everything that needs doing — from active involvement in labour to cutting the cord through to nappy changes (although probably not the poo explosions), along with the fun of baby baths and tummy time. The number of stay-at-home dads (SAHDs) is rising in almost all developed countries — a sure sign that the parenting world is changing and that staying home looking after the kids is no longer a reason to hand in your man card. In fact, SAHDs are leading the way for all other dads to show the world how brilliant dads can be at looking after babies and children. Parental leave in workplaces is changing too. Corporations are recognising that not just mum needs time off when a baby is born. The organisational trend is towards parental leave for fathers so they can support their partner, bond with their baby, and savour the precious early moments of parenting. And parental leave for dads is happening more and more, even in sectors where the alpha male and his over-the-top commitment to the company have historically dominated. (I’m looking at you, financial sector.) Moreover, many nations, particularly Holland, Sweden and Finland, actively encourage parents to work a four-day week. Time with family is prized and honoured. Government policy encourages it, and for good reason.