Was at my kids school event and noticed I was the only dad who stood when the headmaster's wife walked over to our group. My son asked me why I did that. Told him it's about showing respect and honor. Doesn't cost anything and it means everything. We're raising a generation that's forgotten these sm...

Planning to take the family out for a week in July. Need something with easy access for the kids but not so touristy that it's packed. We like fishing if there's a stream nearby. Anyone have recommendations? First time really camping with kids under 10 so trying to keep it realistic.

My 7yo has watched the same 15 second clip like 200 times this week. I finally had to just hide the ipad. What are your guys doing to manage screen time without feeling like the bad guy all the time?

My 8 year old wants to do travel baseball this summer and it's going to be expensive - probably 2k between fees, equipment, and tournaments. We split custody 50/50 and I make slightly more than my ex. Should I be splitting this with her? Our custody agreement doesn't really spell out how to handle e...

This is driving me crazy. We agreed on Tuesday and Thursday pickups at 6pm, but my ex shows up whenever she feels like it. Last week she was 45 minutes late on a Tuesday and the kids missed their soccer practice. I've tried talking to her about it calmly but she just says I'm being too rigid. The ki...

During lockdown we were lenient because what else were they gonna do, right? Now two years later my 11 year old basically lives on YouTube and gaming. We've tried cutting it back but he gets angry and it's exhausting. Feels like we're starting from zero with boundaries. Anyone else dealing with the ...

Man it feels good. Been out there in the garage almost every weekend for the last month and it's almost done. Just need to stain it and add the pegboard. My kids actually helped me with the sanding which was cool, they seemed interested for once. Can't wait to actually have a proper place to work on...

He says all his friends have one and can play together after school. I'm not against gaming but I'm worried about the rabbit hole here. Currently he's got limited iPad time and it's a battle every single day. If I get him a PC won't that just make it worse? Any parents here who let their kids have g...

I know this is probably small to some of you but my 18 month old was babbling and suddenly just clearly said DADA looking right at me. My wife was there and we both just froze. He's been trying for weeks and it finally clicked. Going to remember this forever.

I'm being real with you guys. I've been struggling with depression for a few months and my family is bearing the brunt of it. I'm irritable. I don't have energy to play with my kids or help my wife. I know they need me to be better but getting out of bed some mornings feels impossible. Started antid...

Been struggling with depression for a couple years, tried to just push through it but finally went to a therapist last month. First few sessions felt awkward but I'm starting to see why people recommend it. Just having someone to talk to who isn't judging me is huge. Also got prescribed something th...

Spent all day Saturday prepping and staining the back deck. Looked great when I went to bed. Woke up Sunday to find it rained overnight and basically ruined everything. Now I gotta sand it all down again and start over. Checked the weather like 5 times that day too, somehow missed the storm. So frus...

First time taking both kids on a real trail instead of just walking around the park. Oldest (8) crushed it, youngest (5) got tired about halfway but we took breaks, had snacks, let him ride on my shoulders for part of it. Made it to the top and the view was worth it. Everyone slept great that night....

My second kid is due in 6 weeks and I'm considering taking 3 months paternity leave instead of the usual 2 weeks. Money will be tight but I don't want to miss this time. Anyone else do the extended leave? Was it worth it? How did you manage financially? My job said they'd hold my position but I'm st...

Been home with my 2yo for paternity leave and let me tell you, I've made approximately 847 jokes about diapers that nobody laughs at except me. My wife threatens me every time. But when you're changing your 10th diaper of the day, you gotta laugh or you'll cry. 'Looks like somebody made a number two...