Feature Medieval Fatherhood The ‘hands-on’ parenting style, so often thought to be unique to modern western society, has deep roots in the family life of the Middle Ages, argues Rachel Moss. Rachel Moss | Published in History Today Volume 65 Issue 6 June 2015 To continue reading this article you need to purchase a subscription, available from only £5. Start my trial subscription now If you have already purchased access, or are a print & archive subscriber, please ensure you are logged in. Please email digital@historytoday.com if you have any problems. MedievalSocial Related Articles Child’s Play in Medieval England Popular articles ‘The Crowd in the Early Middle Ages’ by Shane Bobrycki review How Have Cults Shaped American History?