Just finished the treehouse with my two boys and man it feels amazing. Took us most of the summer but seeing their faces when we put the final nails in was worth every blister and trip to Home Depot. Now they actually want to hang out outside instead of being glued to screens. Big W for dad this wee...

So I've been remote for 2 years now and honestly it's a double edged sword. Yeah I get to eat lunch with my kids and I'm here if someone needs me, but my boss calls at 6pm asking about reports like I'm still at the office. My wife thinks I'm always working because I am always working. Laptop lives o...

I know I'm supposed to feel this overwhelming love but honestly right now my 3 week old son just looks like a tiny angry potato that requires constant attention. My wife keeps talking about how much she loves him and I'm here thinking about how much I miss sleep and uninterrupted showers. Am I a ter...

Wife finally fell asleep. Baby has been crying on and off for like 3 hours. I've changed his diaper twice, tried feeding him but he won't latch on the bottle, and honestly I'm starting to panic. Is this normal? Does every cry mean something is wrong? Also my son is covered in like 5 different bodily...

My oldest is 12 and keeps bugging me for a phone. All his friends apparently have one. I'm not sure if I'm being overprotective or if 12 is actually too young. Looking for some real perspective from other parents on this. What age did you think was right?

My 5 year old has watched every single dinosaur documentary on Netflix at least twice. We went to the natural history museum last weekend and he lost his mind at the T-Rex skeleton. Now he wants dino toys for his birthday, dino pajamas, dino everything. Not complaining though, beats the phase where ...

This morning my 11 month old let go of the couch and walked straight to me. Four wobbly steps but he made it. He looked at me like 'did you see that dad?' and I immediately called my mom, my wife's mom, my brother, all my work friends. Best day of my life so far. He can barely walk and can't even ta...

I really think I need to talk to someone about my stress and everything going on, but therapy is crazy expensive. Our insurance barely covers it and I don't have time to search for someone in network. Are there any decent free or cheap resources out there? I've heard about online therapy but not sur...

I've been dealing with pretty bad anxiety for the past year or so. Constantly worried about money, my kids getting hurt, health stuff. It's affecting how I interact with my family. I'm snapping at my wife and kids over nothing and then feeling guilty about it. I know I should get help but I'm terrif...

This is the third time in two months she's asking to swap weekends without proper notice. I get that stuff comes up but I had plans with the kids already - took time off work and everything. How do you guys handle this without being the bad guy? I don't want to be rigid but I also can't keep droppin...

There's a big difference. My sons hold doors, they say yes ma'am, they're courteous and thoughtful. But they're not doormats and they don't lose themselves trying to impress a girl. I taught them to lead with respect and expect the same in return. A man should be strong, decisive, and kind all at th...

Started doing Sunday meal prep about a month ago and it's been a total game changer for our family. I usually spend 2-3 hours on Sunday cooking up proteins, chopping veggies, and prepping stuff I can throw together quick during the week. Wife thinks I'm crazy but she also loves not having to figure ...

Been thinking about this a lot lately. My oldest caught me being less than honest about something small and called me out on it. Really humbling moment where I realized I need to live what I'm teaching, not just say it. Now trying to be intentional about modeling integrity in little things. Taking t...

He said 'I thought dads don't read instructions?' I told him that's only when mom's not looking. He's 7 and already catching on to our culture.

Just wanted to share something positive here because this forum can be pretty heavy. My ex and I were in a really bad place, couldn't talk without yelling, making decisions about the kids was a nightmare. We both went to separate therapists and then started doing co-parenting sessions together with ...