Choose Your Child’s godparents Carefully



Written By:Felecia Causey
Photography By: Felecia Causey
Model: Jennifer Williams


 Most people are excited about a new baby. They want to be a part of the events, and be the first to know every detail around the birth. Everyone around is waiting for the announcement of who will be the godparent(s) to the child.  It’s one of those titles that shouldn’t just be given to just anyone. Just because a person is a good sister, co-worker, friend, aunt, or uncle, doesn’t mean they will be the best at being a good godparent. I know many people that volunteer themselves into the title, and since no one else was interested, the parent most likely will allow the person to do it. 


The role of being a godparent to me is more than having that name when it comes to my kids. I need someone I can trust to be there for my kids when I am not available. I want to be able to trust that he or she will love and protect them the way I do.  The relationship must be able to go on even when the parents are not talking to that person. Are they able and willing to sacrifice their relaxing time to be there for “their godchild” at some of their sporting events?  Are they willing to help the parent out when the child is sick, and needs a break? When the child is having a fundraiser will they be the first in line to help? I know many are saying these are not big things to them.  It should be! 


Our kids' well-being is the utmost importance, and unfortunately we can’t choose their family members, so choosing the godparent shouldn’t be taken lightly.  Many of us allow people that are not reliable, or have no integrity to receive such a huge honor.  Don’t be so afraid to say no, when someone asks to be the godparent. Ask yourself, does the person fit the qualifications of what “you” think are the qualities of who you want to have such a huge role in your child's life.


I have decided to give a sample checklist of what” I think” a godparent qualification should be.


  1. My relationship with that person. (How can you love my child when you don’t like either of the parents?)

  2. Their credibility. (Do they keep their word or do they have good integrity?)  I can’t have someone that gives my child broken promises. The mama bear in me will come out when you break my child’s heart.

  3. Do they take care of their own kids, if they have any? ( A person that is involved in their own child's life or doesn't support them, can not give that to mine).

  4. Do I trust this person enough that I would allow my kids to stay with them? ( My trust level with my kids staying with anyone right now is zero. I have read so many horror stories)

  5. Will this person respect my parenting, even when I am not around. (Although they may not agree with the way I parent them, they respect my decision.





I know the list could be a mile long, but everyone’s list may not be the same. Your requirements may be the total opposite. You are the parent(s) and you know what you expect or what you want for your child. As you make your decision on selecting the godparent, don’t be so passive or give the honor of such a title so quickly to anyone that doesn’t deserve it. You don’t have to be on a timeframe,  and choose quickly.

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