While he does not ask the children to spy, as Mrs. Doubtfire he does spy on his former wife's private life. This may be an opportunity to discuss dating with your children. At the end of the video, Mrs. Doubtfire discusses different kinds of families. This is exceptionally well done and an opportunity to talk with your child about the many family structures and that a strong family is not dictated by the structure. Notice how a new romance by the mother affects the father.
Finances result in the father working two jobs.
His source of emotional support is his brother. The frustration of finding child care are explored in this video.