1. Fathers Shape Their Daughters Self-Esteem. When fathers are present and loving, their daughters develop a strong sense of self and often become more confident in their abilities. In order to develop positive self-esteem, a healthy father-daughter bond is key.

Why are daughters important to fathers?

A daughters relationship with their father can play a key role in their psychological development. In fact, when fathers are present in their daughters lives, girls grow up with a healthy sense of who they are. They are more confident and self-assured and have a clearer understanding of what they want in life.