So I took a brief moment to read all posts. I commend OLDDAD. Better to be a good Dad period. No matter what age. My friend has children with her ex husband she is white, he is mixed Asian and white. She is very white lady and their kids look very Asian. She probably has to explain to people those are really her kids who grew in her stomach. So what to those who have to explain that they are the dad and not the grandpa. It isn't so damaging as to not have a father or a horrible one at that. As a mother at the age of 20 and now a mother at the age of 30 with 3 kids. My daughter has a father who provided no interest in her. Then there is the boys dad my soon to be ex husband who has no interest in any responsibility of taking care of them at all. I'm not ranting this is a proven fact. No responsibility in financial support, emotional, or verbal support. He left us because he didn't want to take care of a family anymore. Never really did. He verbally said he would rather buy HIMSELF a truck, t.v, and XBOX, than to provide monetary needs to feed them, clothe them, or make sure there is a roof over their head. He is 35 years old. So my daughter is left with two fathers in her life who want nothing to do with her and my boys who don't understand but adored their father because he is dad are left with nothing. My own father just passed at the age of 50. I have all sisters 4 of them 2 are step. No real uncles around because we are spread far apart or divorced. No men in their life. So like I will say again who cares as long as there are good Dad's. Age discriminating means nothing as long as you are able to be a Dad. Good job OLDDAD.

I thought I was old at 39!

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yea, on the reverse, My mother married at age36 to a man about 13 yrs younger, had 3 children between ages 39.5 and 45. was told how dumb she was and she would never see her grandchildren. to make a long story short, Dad died at the age of 67. (He was a great Dad) Mom is 81 and still going strong. She has lived to see 13 grandchildren. Rangeing in ages from 18 to 18 mo. Point is parenting is full of suprises and so is life, so live it, love it and don't listen to what everybody thinks! wish all fathers old and young the best!

With all the PC floating around today, I'm a bit surprised at anyone with a negative on this issue. Yes, older dads, in all probability, will die far sooner in their child's life yet, the assumed maturity and focus of an older dad would compensate for less years together. Is it not the relationship of the parenting couple that chooses the time for raising children...at ANY age? So, quickly, all those who wish to get a "shot" in, write something critical before "ageism" becomes off limits!

Welllll......... having a grandchild/children, or even great grand children is very much expected of a 59 or 66 year old man.
But, a CHLID UNDER the AGE OF 10!!!!
You guys should be ashamed!!!!

I WAS A VERY YOUNG MOM WITH NO KNOWLEDGE OF PARENTING SKILLS. MY FOUR CHILDREN ARE ALL ADULTS NOW AND I AM BLESSED WITH GRANDCHILDREN. HAVING SEEN A LOT OF LIFE; I NOW FEEL QUALIFIED TO COMMENT ON THIS MATTER. THERE IS AN AGE THAT IS BEST FOR ALL CONCERNED TO EXPERIENCE THE WONDER OF PARENTHOOD. THERE ARE ALWAYS EXCEPTIONS, BUT NOT IN THE EXTREME EITHER WAY. NEITHER TOO YOUNG OR TOO OLD IS RIGHT FOR THE CHILD. IF THIS IS DONE IN THE RIGHT WAY, IT SHOULD BE ABOUT THE CHILD. TWO OF MY GRANDCHILDREN ARE STUCK WITH A FATHER WHO IS OLDER THAN ME. IT IS NOT A GOOD THING. HE IS TOO OLD TO PERTICIPATE IN ACTIVITIES, HE IS MISTAKEN AS THE GRANDFATHER TO THE EMBARRESMENT OF THE CHILDREN, HE INSIST ON MAKING SURE ALL KNOW HE IS THE "FATHER". MY GRANDCHILDREN ARE FORCED TO DEAL WITH THIS AND HE IS IGNORANT TO THE DAMAGE CAUSED BY HIS BEING SO OLD. AS THE SAYING GOES, THERE IS A TIME FOR ALL THINGS AND THE TIME TO PARENT IS NOT AT THE AGE "NORMAL" IS BEING A GRANDPARENT.

One question that crosses my mind when I have read these blogs is:Does it make such a difference to everyone that we need to cut others down for their lifestyles? I feel that whatever is right for the individuals is their concern. Children are very resilient and cope with a lot. I don't think a parent that is older is such an issue. There are many more issues that should raise concern such as drugs and alcohol abuse. An older parent has a lot to offer. Don't judge unless you have the facts and even then why would you??

Las Vegas has a dad who is famous, everyone knows his name. His wife and he had a baby by surgate. He was 60 + at time. I quess with all of his money he can have round the clock nannies. Or he can always sing a lullaby

These men are all financially able to take care of their children but most had children from previous marriages and relationships. What about their older kids who are the age of the new woman. They all had starter wives, what about the other kids?

Men can reproduce until the day they die! Unlike women that have biological clocks that run out. And there is a reason for menopause....... the combination of menopause and post partum depression could be deadly for ones family! So not a good idea! And...kids get tired of being asked why their grandparents come to school when it is not grandparents day? Think of the children for GODS sake!

I also feel that they are not by any means “Heros”. Nevertheless, there is no reason for Silly to attempt to demean these men by calling them old geezers. I would expect that if you are a female, you are over forty-years in age, and if you are a male you are under forty-years in age.

There should never be any age limits set for mating on either sex, male or female. Leave up to the individual to decide, and let us not intervene as parents or non-relatives.

Lecherious old fools and gillible, naive or cunning opportunictic young women. However, it's probably a win win for both parties.

All of the older dads have one thing in common: they are financially secure and that makes a huge difference compared to older men who are not. They know that if they pass, their children will be taken care of financially which is a huge piece of mind for them.

Whose business is it anyway?

heroes, don't make me laugh? dirty old men, marry women old enough to be there daughters. that rape

Hey Silly, Older dads are good because they are the way that the human lifespan is increased. Men who father children at an advanced age are presumably in better that average health as a group. Older fathers pass on their health and longevity genes. Women can't pass on longevity, no sense being angry at nature on that account.

As an older dad, I have more knowledge and experience to pass on to my wonderful son, who is the light of my life.

In my male line there has been a number of older fathers. My father was born in 1931, my grandfather was born in 1888, my great grandfather in 1838. I am 52 and sometimes practice with my 11-year old's baseball team when they are short an outfielder. I used to work out with his wrestling team as well. OK, so I AM sore the next day when I do that.

I would never claim to be a hero, just a good father who realizes that being a father is my most important job. And I work at it and love it. I don't have the energy level I did when in my 20's but then many of the guys who were fathers at that age ran out on their families or had substance abuse problems. I am more settled and totally devoted to my son and his mother. Sometimes I gaze at them while they sleep and smile because I know how lucky I am.

I think there is nothing wrong with having a baby at that age. I agree with Paul. Why have a baby when the time is nor right.

Let's also note that these older dads can afford to have a nanny run after their tikes should their knees not be up for the challenge.

Who knows, maybe it's true love. Or maybe they are old men looking for their youth and finding young women who are looking for a daddy figure. I agree they aren't "heroes" in that sense, just in the sense that older men can and do have babies sometimes because it's finally right for them.

Dennis Quaid is 55.

And none of these men are heroes. They're old geezers hitting on women who could be their daughters.