"To father a child" means to be the biological or adoptive father of a child, and to take on the responsibility and role of being a father to that child. Full definition
At the same time, the economic prospects of the young men who father the children must improve. (educationnext.org)
Scientists were surprised to find no genetic evidence that men evolve to live longer by virtue of being able to father children late in life. (sciencedaily.com)
Thank you for being the best father my children could ever possibly have. (ebonymommy.com)