The DADS Project: Newborn Binder (June 2002)
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Construct: Feelings About Pregnancy
Question #: 3.4
Survey: EHS - 1 Month
Please look at the scale on this card and tell me which number on the card best describes how you felt when you found out (MOTHER) was pregnant. CIRCLE ONE. A one means that you were very unhappy and a 10 means that you were very happy.
1 2 3 4 5
6 7 8 9 10
Unhappy
Happy
DON’T KNOW…………… 98
Construct: Feelings About Pregnancy
Question #: 3.5
Survey: EHS - 1 Month
Please look at the scale on this card again and tell me which number on the card best describes how (MOTHER) felt when she found out she was pregnant. A one means that she was very unhappy and a 10 means that she was very happy.
1 2 3 4 5
6 7 8 9 10
Unhappy
Happy
DON’T KNOW…………….. 98
Construct: Feelings About Pregnancy
Question #: 3.6
Survey: EHS - 1 Month
How soon after you found out she was expecting did you tell your friends?
WITHIN ONE WEEK………………….…. 01
WITHIN ONE MONTH…………………... 02
MORE THAN ONE MONTH LATER……. 03
AFTER BABY WAS BORN…………….... 04
HAVEN’T TOLD ANYONE YET……..…. 05
Why did you wait (until then)?
CIRCLE ALL THAT APPLY
WORRIED ABOUT MISCARRIAGE……. 01
SUPERSTITOUS………………………….. 02
HAD TO DECIDE WHAT TO DO……….. 03
OTHER (SPECIFY)……………………….. 04
Construct: Feelings About Pregnancy
Question #: 3.7
Survey: EHS - 1 Month
How soon after you found out she was expecting did you tell your parents?
WITHIN ONE WEEK………………….…. 01
WITHIN ONE MONTH…………………... 02
MORE THAN ONE MONTH LATER……. 03
AFTER BABY WAS BORN…………….... 04
HAVEN’T TOLD THEM YET……..…..…. 05
PARENTS ARE DECEASED/ESTRANGED……… -4
A. Why did you wait (until then)?
CIRCLE ALL THAT APPLY
WORRIED ABOUT MISCARRIAGE……. 01
SUPERSTITOUS………………………….. 02
HAD TO DECIDE WHAT TO DO……….. 03
OTHER (SPECIFY)……………………….. 04
Construct: Feelings About Pregnancy
Question #: 3.8
Survey: EHS - 1 Month
Did father/father-figure learn about pregnancy after baby was born?
YES…………………………………………. 01
NO………………………………………….. 00
Construct: Feelings About Pregnancy
Question #: Q4
Survey: ECLS-B, Resident Father
Q4. At the time your (wife/partner) became pregnant with the child, did you want her to have (another) baby at some time?
Construct: Feelings About Pregnancy
Question #: Q5
Survey: ECLS-B, Resident Father
Q5. Did she become pregnant sooner than you wanted, later than you wanted, or at about the right time?
Construct: Feelings About Pregnancy
Question #: B1
Survey: ECLS-B, Resident Father
Now I have a few questions about before (CHILD) was born and (CHILD)’s birth.
B1. At the time (CHLD)’s mother became pregnant with (CHILD), did you want to have a baby with her at some time?
YES…………………………………………… 1
NO……………………………………………. 2
DON’T KNOW………………………………. 98
REFUSED…………………………………….. 99
Construct: Feelings About Pregnancy
Question #: B2
Survey: ECLS-B, Resident Father
B2. Did she become pregnant sooner than you wanted, later than you wanted, or at about the right time?
Sooner…………………………………………. 1
Later…………………………………………… 2
Right time……………………………………… 3
DON’T KNOW………………………………... 98
REFUSED……………………………………… 99
Construct: Feelings About Pregnancy
Question #: B25
Survey: FF-F
B25. After you found out she was pregnant, would you say your relationship with [BABY’S MOTHER] got better, worse, or stayed the same?
BETTER………………………………………. 1
WORSE……………………………………….. 2
STAYED THE SAME………………………… 3
DON’T KNOW………………………………... 98
Construct: Feelings About Pregnancy
Question #: B26
Survey: FF-F
B26. When you found out [BABY’S MOTHER] was pregnant, did you think about her having an abortion?
YES………………………………………………. 1
NO……………………………………………….. 2
Construct: Feelings About Pregnancy
Question #: B27
Survey: FF-F
B27. Did you suggest that she have an abortion?
YES…………………………………………………. 1
NO………………………………………………….. 2
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Construct: Perceptions of Fatherhood
Question #: 3.15
Survey: EHS - 1 Month
Next, I am going to read you some statements that men have made about their role as (fathers/father-figures). For each one, please tell me how much you agree or disagree with these statements.
Do you strongly agree, mildly agree, mildly disagree, or strongly disagree?
| STRONGLY AGREE | MILDLY AGREE | MILDLY DISAGREE | STRONGLY DISAGREE | DON’T KNOW | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A | It is essential for the child’s well being that (fathers/father-figures) spend time playing with their children |
01 | 02 | 03 | 04 | -1 |
| B | It is difficult for men to express affectionate feelings toward babies. |
01 | 02 | 03 | 04 | -1 |
| C | (Fathers/Father-figures) play a central role in the child’s personality development |
01 | 02 | 03 | 04 | -1 |
| D | (Fathers/Father-figures) are able to enjoy children more when the children are older because they don’t require so much care |
01 | 02 | 03 | 04 | -1 |
| E | Babies are generally able to sense an adult’s moods and feelings. For example, a baby can tell when you are angry |
01 | 02 | 03 | 04 | -1 |
| F | The most important thing a man can invest into his family is time and energy. |
01 | 02 | 03 | 04 | -1 |
| G | A (father/father-figure) should be as heavily involved as the mother in the care of the baby |
01 | 02 | 03 | 04 | -1 |
| H | Mother are naturally more sensitive caregivers than (fathers/father-figures) |
01 | 02 | 03 | 04 | -1 |
| I | Even when a baby is very young it is important for a (father/father-figure) to set a good example for his baby |
01 | 02 | 03 | 04 | -1 |
| J | It is as important for a (father/father-figure) to meet a baby’s psychological needs as it is for the mother to do so (like giving the child love, a feeling of security or comforting the child) |
01 | 02 | 03 | 04 | -1 |
| K | It is important to respond quickly to a young baby each time it cries | 01 | 02 | 03 | 04 | -1 |
| L | The way a (father/father-figure) treats his baby as long-term effects on the child |
01 | 02 | 03 | 04 | -1 |
| M | All things considered, (fatherhood/being an important male in the child’s life) is a highly rewarding experience. |
01 | 02 | 03 | 04 | -1 |
| N | The activities a (father/father-figure) does with his children don’t matter. What matters is whether he provides for them |
01 | 02 | 03 | 04 | -1 |
Construct: Perceptions of Fatherhood
Question #: 2.14
Survey: EHS - 6 Month
Next, I am going to read you some statements that men have made about their role as (fathers/father-figures). For each one, please tell me how much you agree or disagree with these statements.
Do you strongly agree, mildly agree, mildly disagree, or strongly disagree?
| STRONGLY AGREE | MILDLY AGREE | MILDLY DISAGREE | STRONGLY DISAGREE | DON’T KNOW | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A | It is essential for the child’s well being that (fathers/father-figures) spend time playing with their children |
01 | 02 | 03 | 04 | -1 |
| B | It is difficult for men to express affectionate feelings toward babies. |
01 | 02 | 03 | 04 | -1 |
| C | (Fathers/Father-figures) play a central role in the child’s personality development.. |
01 | 02 | 03 | 04 | -1 |
| D | (Fathers/Father-figures) are able to enjoy children more when the children are older because they don’t require so much care |
01 | 02 | 03 | 04 | -1 |
| E | Babies are generally able to sense an adult’s moods and feelings. For example, a baby can tell when you are angry. |
01 | 02 | 03 | 04 | -1 |
| F | The most important thing a man can invest into his family is time and energy |
01 | 02 | 03 | 04 | -1 |
| G | A (father/father-figure) should be as heavily involved as the mother in the care of the baby. |
01 | 02 | 03 | 04 | -1 |
| H | Mother are naturally more sensitive caregivers than (fathers/father-figures) are |
01 | 02 | 03 | 04 | -1 |
| I | Even when a baby is very young it is important for a (father/father-figure) to set a good example for his baby.. |
01 | 02 | 03 | 04 | -1 |
| J | It is as important for a (father/father-figure) to meet a baby’s psychological needs as it is for the mother to do so (like giving the child love, a feeling of security or comforting the child)... |
01 | 02 | 03 | 04 | -1 |
| K | It is important to respond quickly to a young baby each time it cries |
01 | 02 | 03 | 04 | -1 |
| L | The way a (father/father-figure) treats his baby as long-term effects on the child.. |
01 | 02 | 03 | 04 | -1 |
| M | All things considered, (fatherhood/being an important male in the child’s life) is a highly rewarding experience |
01 | 02 | 03 | 04 | -1 |
| N | The activities a (father/father-figure) does with his children don’t matter. What matters is whether he provides for them.. |
01 | 02 | 03 | 04 | -1 |
Construct: Perceptions of Fatherhood
Question #: Q12
Survey: ECLS-B, Resident Father
Q12. Below are some statements that men have made about their role as fathers. For each of the following statements, please indicate how much you agree or disagree with the statement. For each item, mark (X) one response
| Strongly Agree | Agree | Disagree | Strongly disagree | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| a | It is essential for the child’s well being that fathers spend time playing with their children. |
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| b | It is difficult for men to express affectionate feelings toward babies. |
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| c | A father should be as heavily involved as the mother in the care of the child. |
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| d | The way a father treats his baby has long-term effects on the child.. |
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| e | The activities a father does with his children don’t matter. What matters more is whether he provides for them |
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| f | One of the most important things a father can do for his children is to give their mother encouragement and emotional support. |
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| g | All things considered, fatherhood is a highly rewarding experience.. |
Construct: Perceptions of Fatherhood
Question #: C1
Survey: ECLS-B, Non-Resident Father
C1. Below are some statements that men have made about their role as fathers. For each of the following statements, please indicate how much you agree or disagree with the statement.
| Strongly Agree | Agree | Disagree | Strongly disagree | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| a | It is essential for the child’s well being that fathers spend time playing with their children |
1 | 2 | 3 | 4 |
| b | It is difficult for men to express affectionate feelings toward babies. |
1 | 2 | 3 | 4 |
| c | A father should be as heavily involved as the mother in the care of the child |
1 | 2 | 3 | 4 |
| d | The way a father treats his baby has long-term effects on the child.. |
1 | 2 | 3 | 4 |
| e | The activities a father does with his children don’t matter. What matters more is whether he provides for them.. |
1 | 2 | 3 | 4 |
| f | One of the most important things a father can do for his children is to give their mother encouragement and emotional support... |
1 | 2 | 3 | 4 |
| g | All things considered, fatherhood is a highly rewarding experience.. |
1 | 2 | 3 | 4 |
Construct: Perceptions of Fatherhood
Question #: Q13
Survey: ECLS-B, Resident Father
Q13. Fathers do many things for their children. Of the list of things below, which 3 do you think are most important for you, as a father, to do?
Please rank them by entering 1 (most important), 2 (second most important), 3 (third most important) next to the 3 things you think are the most important for you to do. Select only three.
Rank
____ Showing my child love and affection
____ Taking time to play with my child
____ Taking care of my child financially
____ Giving my child moral and ethical guidance
____ Making sure my child is safe and protected
____ Teaching my child and encouraging his or her curiosity
Construct: Perceptions of Fatherhood
Question #: C1
Survey: ECLS-B, Non-Resident Father
C1. Below are some statements that men have made about their role as fathers. For each of the following statements, please indicate how much you agree or disagree with the statement.
| Strongly Agree | Agree | Disagree | Strongly disagree | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| a | It is essential for the child’s well being that fathers spend time playing with their children |
1 | 2 | 3 | 4 |
| b | It is difficult for men to express affectionate feelings toward babies. |
1 | 2 | 3 | 4 |
| c | A father should be as heavily involved as the mother in the care of the child. |
1 | 2 | 3 | 4 |
| d | The way a father treats his baby has long-term effects on the child. |
1 | 2 | 3 | 4 |
| e | The activities a father does with his children don’t matter. What matters more is whether he provides for them. |
1 | 2 | 3 | 4 |
| f | One of the most important things a father can do for his children is to give their mother encouragement and emotional support. |
1 | 2 | 3 | 4 |
| g | All things considered, fatherhood is a highly rewarding experience. |
1 | 2 | 3 | 4 |
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Construct: Feelings About Child
Question #: 3.16
Survey: EHS - 1 Month
Please tell me how often you feel this way or do these things. Does this happen all of the time, some of the time, rarely, or never?
| All of the time | Some of the time | Rarely | Never | Not Sure | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A | You brag about (CHILD) to your friends and family |
01 | 02 | 03 | 04 | -1 |
| B | You carry pictures of (CHILD) with you wherever you go |
01 | 02 | 03 | 04 | -1 |
| C | You often find yourself thinking about (CHILD) |
01 | 02 | 03 | 04 | -1 |
| D | You think holding and cuddling (CHILD) is fun |
01 | 02 | 03 | 04 | -1 |
| E | You think it’s more fun to get (CHILD) something new than to get yourself something new |
01 | 02 | 03 | 04 | -1 |
Construct: Feelings About Child
Question #: 3.2
Survey: EHS - 6 Month
Please tell me how often you feel this way or do these things. Does this happen all of the time, some of the time, rarely, or never?
| All of the time | Some of the time | Rarely | Never | Not Sure | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A. | You brag about (CHILD) to your friends and family |
01 | 02 | 03 | 04 | -1 |
| B. | You carry pictures of (CHILD) with you wherever you go |
01 | 02 | 03 | 04 | -1 |
| C. | You often find yourself thinking about (CHILD) |
01 | 02 | 03 | 04 | -1 |
| D. | You think holding and cuddling (CHILD) is fun |
01 | 02 | 03 | 04 | -1 |
| E. | You think it’s more fun to get (CHILD) something new than to get yourself something new | 01 | 02 | 03 | 04 | -1 |
Construct: Feelings About Child
Question #: 10.1
Survey: EHS - 6 Month
Now I’d like to wrap up by talking with you about (CHILD). Again, these are not structured questions, and we’d like to hear about your thoughts and experiences in detail.
Tell me something about (CHILD) that you are really proud of.
ELABORATION PROBES
Can you give me an example of that?
What do you mean by ___________?
REPHRASING PROCESS
If you could only teach your child one thing, what would it be?
What are the qualities you admire in children who are four or five years old?
Construct: Feelings About Child
Question #: Q3
Survey: ECLS-B, Resident Father
Q3. How often do you feel this way or do these things? (For each item mark (X) one response.)
| All of the Time | Some of the Time | Rarely | Never | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| a. | You talk a lot about your child to your friends and family |
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| b. | Your carry pictures of your child with you wherever you go |
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| c. | You often find yourself thinking about your child |
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| d. | You think holding and cuddling your child is fun |
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| e. | You think it’s more fun to get your child something no than to get yourself something new |
Construct: Feelings About Child
Question #: A9
Survey: ECLS-B, Resident Father
A9. How often do you feel this way or do these things? (For each item mark (X) one response.)
| All of Time | Some of the Time | Rarely | Never | Don’t Know | Refused | N/A | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| a | You talk a lot about your child to your friends and family |
1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 98 | 99 | 00 |
| b | Your carry pictures of your child with you wherever you go |
1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 98 | 99 | 00 |
| c | You often find yourself thinking about your child |
1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 98 | 99 | 00 |
| d | You think holding and cuddling your child is fun |
1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 98 | 99 | 00 |
| e | You think it’s more fun to get your child something no than to get yourself something new |
1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 98 | 99 | 00 |
Construct: Feelings About Child
Question #: C1
Survey: ECLS-B, Resident Father
C1. Below are some statements that men have made about their role as fathers. For each of the following statements, please indicate how much you agree or disagree with the statement.
| Strongly Agree | Agree | Disagree | Strongly disagree | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| a | It is essential for the child’s well being that fathers spend time playing with their children |
1 | 2 | 3 | 4 |
| b | It is difficult for men to express affectionate feelings toward babies |
1 | 2 | 3 | 4 |
| c | A father should be as heavily involved as the mother in the care of the child |
1 | 2 | 3 | 4 |
| d | The way a father treats his baby has long-term effects on the child |
1 | 2 | 3 | 4 |
| e | The activities a father does with his children don’t matter. What matters more is whether he provides for them |
1 | 2 | 3 | 4 |
| f | One of the most important things a father can do for his children is to give their mother encouragement and emotional support |
1 | 2 | 3 | 4 |
| g | All things considered, fatherhood is a highly rewarding experience |
1 | 2 | 3 | 4 |
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Construct: Rating of Self as a Father
Question #: 3.18
Survey: EHS - 1 Month
Please tell me which statement describes how you feel about yourself as a (father/father-figure). Do you feel that you are…
Not very good at being a
(father/father-figure)…………………….. 01
A person who has some trouble
being a father/father-figure)...…………… 02
An average (father/father-figure)………... 03
A better than average (father/
father-figure), or………………………… 04
A very good (father/father-figure)……….. 05
Construct: Rating of Self as a Father
Question #: 2.18
Survey: EHS - 6 Month
How easy or difficult do you find being a (father/father-figure)? Is it…
Very easy,………………………………… 01
Somewhat easy,…………………………… 02
Somewhat difficult, or……………………. 03
Very difficult?…………………………….. 04
Construct: Rating of Self as a Father
Question #: 7.12
Survey: EHS - 1 Month
What gets in your way of being the kind of father you’d like to be?
Can you give me some examples?
Talk a little more about that.
Are there any people who stand in your way of doing your job as a father?
Are there any things?
How do these (people/things) stand in your way?
Construct: Rating of Self as a Father
Question #: 7.13
Survey: EHS - 6 Month
7.13. What helps you be the kind of father you want to be? Everybody also has little practical, everyday things that help you do some of the things you’d like to do. What are they for you?
Can you give me some examples?
Talk a little more about that.
Are there any people who help you do your job as a father?
Are there any things?
How do these (people/things) help you?
When you need help or support to be a father, who do you turn to?
How do they help?
Construct: Rating of Self as a Father
Question #: Q14
Survey: ECLS-B, Resident Father
Q14. Please check the ONE item that best describes how you feel about yourself as a father. Do you feel that you are….
Not very good at being a father
A person who has some trouble being a father
An average father
A better than average father
A very good father
Construct: Rating of Self as a Father
Question #: C3
Survey: ECLS-B, Resident Father
C3. Which of these is the most important to you? (Circle Only One)
Provide regular financial support…………………. 1
Teach child about life……………………………... 2
Provide direct care, such as
feeding, dressing, and child care…………………... 3
Show love and affection to the child………...…….. 4
Provide protection for the child……………………. 5
Serve as an authority figure and
discipline the child………………………………… 6
C3A. Which of these is the least important to you? (Circle Only One)
Provide regular financial support…………………. 1
Teach child about life……………………………... 2
Provide direct care, such as
feeding, dressing, and child care…………………... 3
Show love and affection to the child………...…….. 4
Provide protection for the child……………………. 5
Serve as an authority figure and
discipline the child………………………………… 6
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Construct: Plans for involvement w/child
Question #: 9.1
Survey: EHS - 1 Month
9.1. How much does (CHILD)’s mother want you to be involved in raising (CHILD) in the coming years?
A lot ……………………………………………. 01
A little …………………………………………. 02
Not very much …………………………………. 03
Not at all ………………………………………... 04
Construct: Plans for involvement w/child
Question #: 9.0
Survey: EHS - 3 Month
Thinking of the coming years, how much do you want to be involved in raising (CHILD)? Would you say…
A lot ……………………………………………. 01
A little …………………………………………. 02
Not very much …………………………………. 03
Not at all ………………………………………... 04
Construct: Plans for involvement w/child
Question #: 9.1
Survey: EHS - 3 Month
9.1. How much does (CHILD)’s mother want you to be involved in raising (CHILD) in the coming years?
A lot ……………………………………………. 01
A little …………………………………………. 02
Not very much …………………………………. 03
Not at all ………………………………………... 04
A. Why?
Construct: Plans for involvement w/child
Question #: 9.2
Survey: EHS - 3 Month
Now I’d like to wrap up by talking with you about (CHILD).
Thinking about (CHILD) and yourself as (a father/an important man in (CHILD’s) life), over the next few years, what are your fears and hopes for (CHILD) and for you and (CHILD) together.
How will you help (her/him)? I’m going to turn the tape recorder on in order to be sure we get everything you say.
Can you give me an example of that?
What do you mean by ___________ ?
Is there anything else you are worried about?
REPHRASING PROBES
What are your expectations and goals for the next three years for (CHILD) and for yourself in relation to (her/him)?
What are your expectations for things you and (CHILD) will do together?
Construct: Plans for involvement w/child
Question #: B-18
Survey: FF-F
Do you want to be involved in raising your child (children) in the coming years?
YES …………………………………………. 1
NO ………………………………………….. 2
DON’T KNOW …………………………… 98
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Construct: Knowledge About Raising a Child
Question #: 3.17
Survey: EHS - 1 Month
3.17. For each of the following statements, please tell me if you strongly agree, mildly agree, mildly disagree or strongly disagree.
| STRONGLY AGREE | MILDLY AGREE | MILDLY DISAGREE | STRONGLY DISAGREE | DON’T KNOW | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A | You believe that it is important to spend a lot of time talking to children even before they can understand whatever it is you are saying |
01 | 02 | 03 | 04 | -1 |
| B | Talking to a baby who can’t talk may keep the parent occupied but it probably has no effect on the baby |
01 | 02 | 03 | 04 | -1 |
| C | Reading to a child before the child is two years old probably has little effect on the child |
01 | 02 | 03 | 04 | -1 |
Construct: Knowledge About Raising a Child
Question #: 3.1
Survey: EHS - 6 Month
The next set of questions asks about how you think most babies act, how they grow, and how to care for them. Please answer each of the following questions based on your knowledge of babies in general. Do not answer about (CHILD) and how (he/she) acts. Think about what you know about any other babies you have had contact with or anything you have read or heard.
For each statement I read, please tell me whether, for most babies, you strongly agree, mildly agree, mildly disagree, or strongly disagree with the statement.
(READ STATEMENT) Do you strongly agree, mildly agree, mildly disagree, or strongly disagree?
| Strongly Agree | Mildly Agree | Not Sure | Mildly Disagree | Strongly Disagree | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A | Babies with colic sometimes cry for 20 or 30 minutes at a time, no matter how much you try to comfort them. PROBE: Colic causes for abdominal pain |
01 | 02 | 03 | 04 | 05 |
| B | All infants need the same amount of sleep |
01 | 02 | 03 | 04 | 05 |
| C | Taking care of a baby can leave the parent feeling tired, frustrated or overwhelmed |
01 | 02 | 03 | 04 | 05 |
| D | A one-year-old knows right from wrong |
01 | 02 | 03 | 04 | 05 |
| E | Some normal babies do not enjoy being cuddled. |
01 | 02 | 03 | 04 | 05 |
| F | The more you comfort crying babies by holding and talking to them, the more you spoil them |
01 | 02 | 03 | 04 | 05 |
| G | A frequent cause of accidents for one-year-olds is pulling something lie a frying pan, a tablecloth, or a lamp down on top of them |
01 | 02 | 03 | 04 | 05 |
| H | A good way to train children not to hit is to hit them |
01 | 02 | 03 | 04 | 05 |
| I | A baby of 6 months will respond to someone differently depending on whether the person is happy, sad or upset |
01 | 02 | 03 | 04 | 05 |
| J | Most infants are ready to be toilet trained by one year of age |
01 | 02 | 03 | 04 | 05 |
| K | Five-month-olds understand what “no” means |
01 | 02 | 03 | 04 | 05 |
| L | One-year-olds often cooperate and share when they play together |
01 | 02 | 03 | 04 | 05 |
| M | A baby is about 7 months old before he or she can reach for and grab things |
01 | 02 | 03 | 04 | 05 |
| N | A baby usually says its first real word by six months of age |
01 | 02 | 03 | 04 | 05 |
Construct: Knowledge About Raising a Child
Question #: 3.3
Survey: EHS - 6 Month
3.3. For each of the following statements, please tell me if you strongly agree, mildly agree, mildly disagree or strongly disagree.
| STRONGLY AGREE | MILDLY AGREE | MILDLY DISAGREE | STRONGLY DISAGREE | DON’T KNOW | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A | You believe that it is important to spend a lot of time talking to children even before they can understand whatever it is you are saying |
01 | 02 | 03 | 04 | -1 |
| B | Talking to a baby who can’t talk may keep the parent occupied but it probably has no effect on the baby |
01 | 02 | 03 | 04 | -1 |
| C | Reading to a child before the child is two years old probably has little effect on the child |
01 | 02 | 03 | 04 | -1 |
Construct: Knowledge About Raising a Child
Question #: Q10
Survey: ECLS-B, Resident Father
Q10. For each of the following statements, say whether, for most babies, you agree, or disagree with the statement, or are not sure. (For each item, mark (X) one response.)
| Agree | Disagree | Not Sure | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| a | All infants need the same amount of sleep………………. |
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| b | A young brother or sister may start wetting the bed or thumbsucking when a new baby arrives in the family…... |
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| c | A child thinks he or she is speaking correctly even when he or she says words and sentences in an unusual or different way, like "I goed to town" or "What the dollie have?" |
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| d | Children learn all of their languages by copying what they have heard adults say |
Construct: Knowledge About Raising a Child
Question #: Q11
Survey: ECLS-B, Resident Father
Q11. The next statements are about the age at which babies can do something. If you think the age is about right, say you agree. If you don’t agree, please say whether you think an older or younger baby can do it. If you aren’t sure, mark the not sure box. For each item, mark (X) one response.
| Agree | Older | Younger | Not Sure | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| a | A 1-year old knows right from wrong |
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| b | An infant will begin to respond to his or her name at 10 months |
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| c | Most babies are ready to be toilet trained by 1 year of age |
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| d | An infant of 12 months can remember toys he or she has watched being hidden |
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| e | One-year olds often cooperate and share when they play together |
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| f | A baby is about 7 months old before he or she can reach or and grab things |
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| g | A baby usually says its first real words by 6 months of age |
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Construct: Stress Related to Fatherhood
Question #: 3.4
Survey: EHS - 6 Month
(Having a child/Being an important man in a child’s life) can sometimes be stressful. The next questions are about how stressful (having/being important to) (CHILD) has been for you and the ways in which you have had to adjust your life. For each statement, please tell me if you strongly agree with it, mildly agree, mildly disagree, or strongly disagree.
| Strongly Agree | Mildly Agree | Not Sure | Mildly Disagree | Strongly Disagree | NA | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A | You often have the feeling that you cannot handle things very well |
01 | 02 | 03 | 04 | 05 | |
| B | You find yourself giving up more of your life to meet (CHILD)’s needs than you ever expected |
01 | 02 | 03 | 04 | 05 | |
| C | You feel trapped by your responsibilities as a (parent/important man in (CHILD)’s life) |
01 | 02 | 03 | 04 | 05 | |
| D | Since (CHILD) was born you have been unable to do new and different things |
01 | 02 | 03 | 04 | 05 | |
| E | Since (CHILD) was born you feel that you are almost never able to do things that you like to do |
01 | 02 | 03 | 04 | 05 | |
| F | There are quite a few things that bother you about your life |
01 | 02 | 03 | 04 | 05 | |
| G | Having (CHILD) has caused more problems than you expected in your relationship with women |
01 | 02 | 03 | 04 | 05 | |
| H | You feel alone and without friends |
01 | 02 | 03 | 04 | 05 | |
| I | When you go to a party, you usually expect to have a bad time |
01 | 02 | 03 | 04 | 05 | |
| J | You are less interested in people than you used to be |
01 | 02 | 03 | 04 | 05 | |
| K | You enjoy things less than you used to |
01 | 02 | 03 | 04 | 05 | |
| L | You are unhappy with the last purchase of clothing you made for yourself |
01 | 02 | 03 | 04 | 05 | |
| M | Your child rarely does things that make you feel good |
01 | 02 | 03 | 04 | 05 | |
| N | Most times you feel that (CHILD) does not like you and does not want to be close to you |
01 | 02 | 03 | 04 | 05 | |
| O | (He/She) smiles at you much less than you expected |
01 | 02 | 03 | 04 | 05 | |
| P | When you do things for (CHILD) you get the feeling that your efforts are not appreciated very much |
01 | 02 | 03 | 04 | 05 | |
| Q | When playing, (CHILD) rarely giggles or laughs |
01 | 02 | 03 | 04 | 05 | |
| R | (He/She) seems to learn slower than most children |
01 | 02 | 03 | 04 | 05 | |
| S | (He/She) seems to smile less than most children |
01 | 02 | 03 | 04 | 05 | |
| T | (CHILD) is able to do less than you expected. |
01 | 02 | 03 | 04 | 05 | |
| U | It takes a long time and it is very hard for (CHILD) to get used to new things |
01 | 02 | 03 | 04 | 05 | |
| V | You expected to have closer and warmer feelings for (CHILD) than you do and this bothers you |
01 | 02 | 03 | 04 | 05 | |
| W | Sometimes (CHILD) does things that bother you just to be mean |
01 | 02 | 03 | 04 | 05 |
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Construct: Importance of Things Dads Do
Question #: 3.15
Survey: EHS - 1 Month
Next, I am going to read you some statements that men have made about their role as (fathers/father-figures). For each one, please tell me how much you agree or disagree with these statements.
Do you strongly agree, mildly agree, mildly disagree, or strongly disagree?
| STRONGLY AGREE | MILDLY AGREE | MILDLY DISAGREE | STRONGLY DISAGREE | DON’T KNOW | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A | It is essential for the child’s well being that (fathers/father-figures) spend time playing with their children |
01 | 02 | 03 | 04 | -1 |
| B | It is difficult for men to express affectionate feelings toward babies |
01 | 02 | 03 | 04 | -1 |
| C | (Fathers/Father-figures) play a central role in the child’s personality development |
01 | 02 | 03 | 04 | -1 |
| D | (Fathers/Father-figures) are able to enjoy children more when the children are older because they don’t require so much care |
01 | 02 | 03 | 04 | -1 |
| E | Babies are generally able to sense an adult’s moods and feelings. For example, a baby can tell when you are angry |
01 | 02 | 03 | 04 | -1 |
| F | The most important thing a man can invest into his family is time and energy |
01 | 02 | 03 | 04 | -1 |
| G | A (father/father-figure) should be as heavily involved as the mother in the care of the baby |
01 | 02 | 03 | 04 | -1 |
| H | Mother are naturally more sensitive caregivers than (fathers/father-figures) are |
01 | 02 | 03 | 04 | -1 |
| I | Even when a baby is very young it is important for a (father/father-figure) to set a good example for his baby |
01 | 02 | 03 | 04 | -1 |
| J | It is as important for a (father/father-figure) to meet a baby’s psychological needs as it is for the mother to do so (like giving the child love, a feeling of security or comforting the child) |
01 | 02 | 03 | 04 | -1 |
| K | It is important to respond quickly to a young baby each time it cries |
01 | 02 | 03 | 04 | -1 |
| L | The way a (father/father-figure) treats his baby as long-term effects on the child |
01 | 02 | 03 | 04 | -1 |
| M | All things considered, (fatherhood/being an important male in the child’s life) is a highly rewarding experience |
01 | 02 | 03 | 04 | -1 |
| N | The activities a (father/father-figure) does with his children don’t matter. What matters is whether he provides for them |
01 | 02 | 03 | 04 | -1 |
Construct: Importance of Things Dads Do
Question #: 2.14
Survey: EHS - 6 Month
Next, I am going to read you some statements that men have made about their role as (fathers/father-figures). For each one, please tell me how much you agree or disagree with these statements.
Do you strongly agree, mildly agree, mildly disagree, or strongly disagree?
| STRONGLY AGREE | MILDLY AGREE | MILDLY DISAGREE | STRONGLY DISAGREE | DON’T KNOW | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A | It is essential for the child’s well being that (fathers/father-figures) spend time playing with their children |
01 | 02 | 03 | 04 | -1 |
| B | It is difficult for men to express affectionate feelings toward babies |
01 | 02 | 03 | 04 | -1 |
| C | (Fathers/Father-figures) play a central role in the child’s personality development |
01 | 02 | 03 | 04 | -1 |
| D | (Fathers/Father-figures) are able to enjoy children more when the children are older because they don’t require so much care |
01 | 02 | 03 | 04 | -1 |
| E | Babies are generally able to sense an adult’s moods and feelings. For example, a baby can tell when you are angry |
01 | 02 | 03 | 04 | -1 |
| F | The most important thing a man can invest into his family is time and energy |
01 | 02 | 03 | 04 | -1 |
| G | A (father/father-figure) should be as heavily involved as the mother in the care of the baby |
01 | 02 | 03 | 04 | -1 |
| H | Mother are naturally more sensitive caregivers than (fathers/father-figures) |
01 | 02 | 03 | 04 | -1 |
| I | Even when a baby is very young it is important for a (father/father-figure) to set a good example for his baby |
01 | 02 | 03 | 04 | -1 |
| J | It is as important for a (father/father-figure) to meet a baby’s psychological needs as it is for the mother to do so (like giving the child love, a feeling of security or comforting the child) |
01 | 02 | 03 | 04 | -1 |
| K | It is important to respond quickly to a young baby each time it cries. |
01 | 02 | 03 | 04 | -1 |
| L | The way a (father/father-figure) treats his baby as long-term effects on the child |
01 | 02 | 03 | 04 | -1 |
| M | All things considered, (fatherhood/being an important male in the child’s life) is a highly rewarding experience |
01 | 02 | 03 | 04 | -1 |
| N | The activities a (father/father-figure) does with his children don’t matter. What matters is whether he provides for them |
01 | 02 | 03 | 04 | -1 |
Construct: Importance of Things Dads Do
Question #: Q12
Survey: ECLS-B, Resident Father
Q12. Below are some statements that men have made about their role as fathers. For each of the following statements, please indicate how much you agree or disagree with the statement. For each item, mark (X) one response
| Strongly Agree | Agree | Disagree | Strongly disagree | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| a | It is essential for the child’s well being that fathers spend time playing with their children |
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| b | It is difficult for men to express affectionate feelings toward babies |
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| c | A father should be as heavily involved as the mother in the care of the child |
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| d | The way a father treats his baby has long-term effects on the child |
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| e | The activities a father does with his children don’t matter. What matters more is whether he provides for them |
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| f | One of the most important things a father can do for his children is to give their mother encouragement and emotional support |
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| g | All things considered, fatherhood is a highly rewarding experience |
Construct: Importance of Things Dads Do
Question #: C1
Survey: ECLS-B, Non-Resident Father
C1. Below are some statements that men have made about their role as fathers. For each of the following statements, please indicate how much you agree or disagree with the statement.
| Strongly Agree | Agree | Disagree | Strongly disagree | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| a | It is essential for the child’s well being that fathers spend time playing with their children |
1 | 2 | 3 | 4 |
| b | It is difficult for men to express affectionate feelings toward babies |
1 | 2 | 3 | 4 |
| c | A father should be as heavily involved as the mother in the care of the child |
1 | 2 | 3 | 4 |
| d | The way a father treats his baby has long-term effects on the child |
1 | 2 | 3 | 4 |
| e | The activities a father does with his children don’t matter. What matters more is whether he provides for them |
1 | 2 | 3 | 4 |
| f | One of the most important things a father can do for his children is to give their mother encouragement and emotional support |
1 | 2 | 3 | 4 |
| g | All things considered, fatherhood is a highly rewarding experience |
1 | 2 | 3 | 4 |
Construct: Importance of Things Dads Do
Question #: Q13
Survey: ECLS-B, Resident Father
Q13. Fathers do many things for their children. Of the list of things below, which 3 do you think are most important for you, as a father, to do?
Please rank them by entering 1 (most important), 2 (second most important), 3 (third most important) next to the 3 things you think are the most important for you to do. Select only three.
Rank
____ Showing my child love and affection
____ Taking time to play with my child
____ Taking care of my child financially
____ Giving my child moral and ethical guidance
____ Making sure my child is safe and protected
____ Teaching my child and encouraging his or her curiosity
Construct: Importance of Things Dads Do
Question #: C2
Survey: ECLS-B, Non-Resident Father
C2. Fathers do many things for their children. I am going to read you a list of six things fathers do. After I read them, please tell me which three are the most important for you, as a father, to do. I will ask you to rank them as most important, second most important, and third most important. Please select only three.
Which of these things is…
Construct: Importance of Things Dads Do
Question #: C1
Survey: FF-F
C1. Please tell me whether you strongly agree, agree, disagree, or strongly disagree with the following statements.
| Strongly Agree | Agree | Disagree | Strongly Disagree | DON’T KNOW | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A. | Being a father and raising children is one of the most fulfilling experiences a man can have |
4 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 98 |
| B. | I want people to know that I have a new child |
4 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 98 |
| C. | Losing a change to be part of my child’s life would be one of the worst things that could happen to me |
4 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 98 |
Construct: Importance of Things Dads Do
Question #: C2
Survey: FF-F
C2. Fathers do many things for their children. Please tell me how important each of the following activities is to you:
| Very Important | Somewhat Important | Not Important | Don’t Know | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A | Provide regular financial support? Is this very important, somewhat important, or not important? |
1 | 2 | 3 | 98 |
| B | Teach child about life? |
1 | 2 | 3 | 98 |
| C | Provide direct care, such as feeding, dressing, and childcare? |
1 | 2 | 3 | 98 |
| D | Show love and affection to the child? |
1 | 2 | 3 | 98 |
| E | Provide protection for the child? |
1 | 2 | 3 | 98 |
| F | Serve as an authority figure and discipline the child? |
1 | 2 | 3 | 98 |
Construct: Importance of Things Dads Do
Question #: C3
Survey: FF-F
C3. Which of these is the most important to you?
(Circle Only One)
Provide regular financial support…………….……... 1
Teach child about life……………………………….. 2
Provide direct care, such as feeding, dressing, and childcare……………………… 3
Show love and affection to the child……………….... 4
Provide protection for the child………..…………….. 5
Serve as an authority figure
and discipline the child……………………………….. 6
C3A. Which of these is the least important to you?
(Circle Only One)
Provide regular financial support…………….……... 1
Teach child about life……………………………….. 2
Provide direct care, such as
feeding, dressing, and childcare……………………... 3
Show love and affection to the child……………….... 4
Provide protection for the child………..……………. 5
Serve as an authority figure
and discipline the child……………………………… 6
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Construct: Perceived Rights and Obligations of Dads
Question #: C4
Survey: FF-F
C4. Now I’d like to ask you some questions about the rights and obligations of fathers who live apart from their children. If a father provides financial support to the mother, do you think he should have the right to:
YES NO
C4A. See his child on a regular basis…………___ ___
C4B. Make decisions about how the
child is raised…………………………..___ ___
Construct: Importance of Things Dads Do
Question #: C5
Survey: FF-F
C5. If a father can afford to provide financial support but does not, do you think he
should have the right to:
YES NO
C5A. See his child on a regular basis…………….. ___ ___
C5B. Make decisions about how the
child is raised………………………………..___ ___
Construct: Importance of Things Dads Do
Question #: C6
Survey: FF-F
C6. If a father cannot afford to provide financial support, do you think he should have the right to:
YES NO
C6A. See his child on a regular basis…………….. ___ ___
C6B. Make decisions about how the
child is raised………………………………..___ ___
Construct: Importance of Things Dads Do
Question #: C7
Survey: FF-F
C7. If a mother has a new partner, do you think the baby’s father should be required to provide financial support to his baby?
YES……………………………………………. 1
NO…………………………………………….. 2
Construct: Importance of Things Dads Do
Question #: C8
Survey: FF-F
C8. If the father has a new baby with another partner, do you think he should be required to provide support to his children from a previous relationship?
YES……………………………………………. 1
NO…………………………………………….. 2
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