My job has been absolutely insane the last 3 months. We're in the middle of a major project and I'm constantly stressed. Problem is I come home and I'm short with the kids, I snap at my wife over nothing, and I just want to be left alone. Last night my 4 year old asked why daddy was always angry and...
My wife has been trying to breastfeed for 6 weeks and it's been terrible. Cracked nipples, baby not latching properly, supply issues. We're switching to formula next week and she feels like she's failing. I want to help but what can I do? I can't breastfeed obviously. I'm doing all the diaper change...
So I've been working from home 3 days a week for about 6 months now and honestly it's been a game changer for my family. I can actually eat lunch with my kids instead of grabbing fast food in the car. But here's the thing - my boss keeps piling on meetings because I guess he thinks I have more free ...
Got offered a promotion that would mean traveling 2 weeks a month. Good money, better title, but I'd miss so much. My kids are 4 and 7. Wife thinks I should go for it but I'm not sure. Some of you guys have families and climbed the ladder, how did you make it work or did you pass on stuff?
They're selling discount cards to local restaurants. My daughter asked if I wanted to buy one. I said 'Maybe, what restaurants are on it?' She goes 'There's a Olive Garden.' I got excited thinking about free breadsticks. Then I realized I am officially old because nothing sounds better to me right n...
So I've been in my current role for 3 years and management just offered me a promotion to regional manager. More money, better title, the whole thing. But here's the catch - it would require about 40% travel which is double what I do now. My youngest just turned 5 and my oldest is in third grade. I ...
My son is 4 days old and the only way he'll sleep is on my chest. I've been sitting in the same position for like 3 hours now and my arm is completely numb but I can't bring myself to move him. Is this normal? How long does this phase last? I'm exhausted but also don't want to miss anything.
Just me? I don't even want to do anything, I just sit there with the radio on and stare at the garage wall. 20 minutes of peace before the chaos of dinner, homework, bath time. My wife asked me what I do out there and I couldn't really explain it.
Guys I know they say newborns can't really smile intentionally yet but my 6 week old just locked eyes with me and gave this gummy smile and I swear something shifted in my chest. I've never felt love like this before. Is this normal or am I just being a sappy new dad? Either way I don't care, I'm ob...
Been wanting to get back into fishing for years but never committed. Grabbed this vintage Shimano setup for like 30 bucks and it's in great condition. Planning to take the oldest kid out next month to the lake. Either this is gonna be awesome or a disaster and honestly both sound fun to me.
Got offered a promotion today. Better pay, more responsibility, but also a lot more travel. Like 20% of the month minimum. My kids are 4, 6, and 9. My wife is supportive but I can see the worry in her face. I know she already handles so much while I work. Is the money worth missing more of their chi...
First grader came home asking why all his friends have phones and he doesnt. They use them to talk on Snapchat and play games together. My gut says hes way too young but part of me wonders if hes going to be the only kid without one. When did you guys give your kids phones and what kind of rules did...
My wife thinks our 5 year old watches too much youtube and I think shes being too strict. Like hes only getting maybe 1.5 hours a day total. The AAP says one hour but is that realistic? He watches some educational stuff but also those weird toy unboxing videos. What do you guys let your kids watch a...
Man I knew it would be hard but holy crap. Two weeks with my newborn and now I'm back to 8 hour days and meetings. My wife is exhausted, I'm exhausted, and I feel like I'm letting everyone down. The worst part is I have to travel next month for a client meeting. How did you guys handle coming back? ...
Looking for recommendations for a parental control app that doesnt feel like spyware. Need something that can limit screen time, block inappropriate sites, and maybe track location on my 11 year olds phone. Hes responsible but his friends are all doing stuff online that worries me. I want to protect...