Took my 6 year old to the store yesterday and he points at the rotisserie chickens and goes "Dad why are those chickens just standing there doing nothing?" I told him they're on a rotation. He didn't talk to me for an hour.
Real talk, the first year after the split was brutal. We couldn't say two words to each other without it turning into a fight. We're 3 years out now and we actually talk like adults about the kids schedules and issues. Just had a conversation about our daughter needing braces and we figured out how ...
I want to lead my family in prayer but honestly I feel like I don't know what I'm doing. I grew up in church but fell away for a long time. Now that I have kids I want them to know Jesus but I don't want to look like a hypocrite or say something wrong. Any advice from guys who've been in this positi...
Just experienced what I can only describe as a poop explosion up my daughter's back at 2am. Got it everywhere - on her outfit, on me, on the changing table. This is the second time this week. Is there a technique I'm missing? Do I need special supplies or is this just part of the deal? My wife laugh...
Been working with him all summer. Today he just took off down the driveway and I didn't have to hold the seat. My wife got it on video and I've watched it like 50 times. He's going to be so much more confident now. Feeling like Dad of the Year right now even though I know that's temporary lol
Lost: uninterrupted sleep, my body, spontaneity, conversations that don't involve poop, the ability to watch rated R movies, my identity as just a guy. Gained: a reason to actually get up, someone who thinks I'm a superhero even when I'm not, the weird joy of finding a dinosaur chicken nugget, pati...
I told him because good dads are always outstanding in their field. He groaned so hard I thought he pulled something. Worth it.
That's it. That's the post. Seriously though it's been the best 6 weeks of my life. Got to be home, help my wife, bond with the baby. Now I have to go back to the office in a week and I'm dreading it. Don't get me wrong I need my job but man it was nice just being a dad for a bit. Anyone else strugg...
Man I'm so relieved. Just got the final judgment last week. The process was brutal and expensive but having equal time with my kids again feels amazing. My lawyer was worth every penny. To anyone out there going through this right now, don't give up. Document everything, be the parent you want to be...
Me and my ex actually get along pretty well for divorced people. We've been using a group chat to coordinate pickups and activities. It's working way better than texting before. Anyone else use an app or group chat for this? Any tips to keep things professional and not let it become a place for argu...
3 year old has entered the question phase and I'm not prepared. Five minutes ago he asked me why the sky is blue. I gave him the whole light wavelength explanation thinking I was being educational. He stared at me and asked why light has wavelengths. I now understand why parents drink coffee.
He literally wants to play all day if I let him. I've set a 2 hour limit on school days but he's constantly asking for just 5 more minutes. He says all his friends play it and he'll be left out if he doesn't. How do you guys handle this? Is Roblox actually dangerous or am I just paranoid? I don't wa...
My kid is the last one in their class without a phone apparently. They're responsible and good in school so part of me thinks it's okay. But I'm also terrified of what's out there. Looking at getting them something with parental controls. What age did you guys give phones? And which devices have the...
Spent the last 3 months organizing my garage and building a proper workbench. Got pegboard walls, tool organizer, and a solid wood top I made myself. Wife said it looks 'nice' which I think means she's impressed lol. Now I actually have a place to tinker on weekends instead of working on the drivewa...
Five years ago I was the guy everyone called for a good time. Sleeping till noon, going out every weekend, no real responsibilities. Then my girlfriend got pregnant with twins and everything changed overnight. Got married, bought a house, started a real job. Some days I miss sleeping past 6am, but h...