We're going through with it. It's final next month. The kids are 4 and 7 and my wife and I keep going back and forth on how and when to tell them. I want to be honest but not scare them. Both of us want to stay involved as much as possible. Has anyone been through this? How did you approach the conv...

I have all the gear, rods, tackle box, nice cooler. But between work and the kids I haven't been out in like 2 years. My buddies keep asking if I want to go out and I always say maybe next month. Feels like a waste having all this stuff. Maybe this summer I'll finally take my son fishing for his fir...

Was looking at his tablet for something and noticed he's been in Discord chats with random people. He says they're just talking about Minecraft but I have no idea if that's true. Now I'm paranoid about what he's doing online. Do I monitor everything or am I being that parent? This is harder than I t...

Took my oldest son out to the lake yesterday for the first time. We didn't catch much but he was so excited every time he cast out. Even caught a small bluegill and you would've thought he landed a marlin. Definitely buying better gear and going back next weekend. This might be our thing.

I lie awake at night sometimes wondering if I'm screwing my kids up. Like am I too strict? Not strict enough? Am I patient enough? I compare myself to other dads at school events and feel like everyone else has it figured out. Anyone else deal with this constant background anxiety about parenting?

I told him it's because I'm a father figure. He groaned so hard I thought he pulled something.

Dude. My son has been playing T-ball for like three weeks and finally connected with the ball solid and sent it over the infield. Watching him run the bases with that huge smile on his face while everyone was cheering. He's not the most athletic kid and gets frustrated easily but man he kept his hea...

Baby girl is 2 weeks old and my wife and I are just making it up as we go. Pediatrician keeps saying things are normal but every cry sounds like something is wrong. I'm terrified to change diapers wrong and don't even get me started on trying to swaddle. How long does it take before you actually fee...

Left a soul crushing marketing job 8 months ago to do freelance work and honestly I'm scared most days. Some weeks are amazing, other weeks I'm terrified I made the worst decision ever. Gained back time with my kids, can actually pick them up from school now instead of paying a babysitter. Lost the ...

Been on them for about 3 weeks. I can tell they're helping, like I have more energy and the dark thoughts aren't as loud, but I feel guilty somehow? Like I should be able to handle this on my own. My kids don't know, my family doesn't really know. I'm worried people will think less of me or that it ...

So I got the call I've been working toward for like 3 years. More money, title change, the whole thing. But it's got at least 2-3 weeks travel a month. My kids are 5 and 8, and I already miss enough stuff due to work. Talked to my wife and she's supportive either way but honestly I'm torn. Is a prom...

Been working on these in the garage for 3 months and they're finally done. Burned my kids' initials on them with a wood burner and stained them dark walnut. My buddies are gonna lose it when they see them at the next tailgate. Now I need to figure out what my next project is because I already miss h...

So my 8yo is doing this whole princess wedding thing at school and they're asking dads to participate. Today she came up to me with the biggest smile and asked if I would be the one to walk her down the aisle. I'm not gonna lie, I teared up. These moments don't last forever and I'm trying to be bett...

Took my boy aside this week and talked about what being a gentleman means. Not some outdated thing where you treat women like they're fragile, but actual respect. Listening more than talking, being reliable, keeping your word, standing up for what's right even when it's unpopular. Showed him how my ...

Been working on organizing and updating my setup for like 6 months. Just installed new shelving, painted the walls, and set up proper lighting. It actually looks like a real workshop now instead of a storage unit. Can't wait to have some peace and quiet out here while I work on projects.