Started a treehouse project with my 7 year old and 10 year old. We're keeping it pretty basic but they're actually engaged and learning some stuff about tools and planning. Plus it gets them away from screens for a couple hours on Saturdays. Might be the best thing I've done in a while honestly.

I love my kids more than anything but some days I can barely get out of bed. I feel guilty because they deserve a dad who's present and engaged, not someone who's just going through the motions. I started on medication about 3 weeks ago and I think it's starting to help but I'm worried my kids alrea...

Currently got an old Weber charcoal grill that still works fine. Been eyeing some of the nicer gas grills but my wife thinks I'm crazy spending 800 bucks on a grill. I grill at least 3-4 times a week though so is it actually wasteful or am I justified? Someone tell me it's okay to upgrade.

I told him I was looking for the chapter on how to be a good dad. He said 'Dad those are just cereal box directions.' I guess that explains a lot about my parenting so far.

My wife is pumping and we're bottle feeding every other feeding so I can help. How do I know when he's full? He keeps sucking even after like 4 ounces and I don't want to overfeed him. Also is it normal that he sometimes falls asleep mid feed? Trying not to overthink this but also want to make sure ...

So I've been working from home for 2 years now and I'm supposed to feel grateful right? But honestly the lines are so blurry. My kids know I'm home so they keep knocking on the door, my wife expects me to help with stuff during the day, and I'm working until 8pm most nights just to catch up. Anybody...

Just had a meeting where they're cutting our team in half. No idea if my job is safe. Can't focus on work, can't focus on the kids. Just stressed about everything. Financially we're okay for a few months but the uncertainty is killing me. Anyone else dealing with job stuff right now? How do you keep...

Been playing Mario Kart with my 9 year old for the past few months and today he actually beat me three times in a row. He's been practicing on his own and just got way better. Honestly kind of proud but also a little sad that he's already better at something than his old man lol. Anyone else experie...

She wrapped her tiny hand around my finger this morning and I completely lost it. Wife found me in the nursery just standing there tearing up like an idiot. I thought I was prepared for all this dad stuff but nothing really prepares you for how it actually feels. Best moment of my life so far.

I swear I used to be able to watch an entire movie without dozing off. Last night we put on Top Gun and I was out before the first dogfight. My wife was not happy. When did this become my life lol

My wife thinks I'm old fashioned but there's something about a handwritten note that actually means something. After someone does something for us or our family, I sit down and write it out. My kids see me do it. Takes 5 minutes. This is what separates men from boys in my opinion.

Started this project back in March and we got the last stain on today. 16x12 treated lumber, added a fire pit underneath. Spent almost every Saturday on this thing. Kids helped toward the end which was the best part. First family dinner out there tonight. Worth every sore muscle and splinter.

Man the re-entry is brutal. I was gone for 8 weeks and it feels like everything moved at light speed without me. Got back from paternity leave Monday and had 47 emails waiting. My manager wants me in the office 3 days a week now instead of the 2 we agreed on before I left. I love my new daughter to ...

My dad was very distant. He worked all the time, didn't know how to show affection, and we didn't really talk about emotions. I swore I'd be different and I have been. I'm actively involved in my kids lives, I tell them I love them multiple times a day, I'm not afraid to cry in front of them or show...

I was hesitant to get on medication because I wanted to handle this myself. Tried every other thing first. After 6 months of struggling I finally agreed to try SSRIs and honestly it's like someone turned the volume down on all the noise in my head. I'm not suddenly happy all the time but I can think...