We're looking to transition our 3 month old to mostly bottles so my wife can get a break and I can help more with feeding. She's been exclusively breastfeeding but her supply is good and we want to pump and bottle feed. Has anyone done this? How long did it take to get him used to the bottle? Also a...
Used some scrap wood, tarps, and rope. Took most of Saturday but my kids think it's the coolest thing ever. It's not pretty but it's structurally sound and they've been sleeping out there. Gonna add a pulley system next weekend if it holds up. Pro tip: use garden stakes to anchor everything.
Been working on restoring my old man's Shimano rod for like 6 months. Just got new guides installed and wrapped them with some nice thread. She's looking beautiful now. Can't wait to take her out to the lake this weekend. Thinking about hitting up that spot where we used to catch largemouths back in...
Usually they just want cereal but I felt like trying something different. Threw in some blueberries, made them into fun shapes with the spatula. My 4 year old said they were 'the best pancakes ever made in the whole world' lol. Not sure that's technically true but I'll take it.
Been working with him on this since he was about 5. Firm grip, eye contact, say the man's name back. It sounds like a small thing but it matters. A good handshake opens doors and shows respect. My father taught me the same way and I'm passing it on. These little things build character.
Yesterday I found myself saying 'Please stop licking the couch' and earlier this week I had to explain why we don't eat dirt. Also told my son that his dinosaur and his action figure cannot get married because they're made of different materials. I sound completely insane but also this is my life no...
So my 9 year old's Roblox account got compromised and someone spent like 300 Robux that I had linked to my card. Not a huge deal money wise but man it was a wake up call. Turns out he was sharing his password with friends which is apparently a thing kids do. We've had the security talk now and I set...
Had a great job, fit body, nice car, was going places. Then life happened. Custody battle drained my savings, stress caused health issues, and I had to take a step back from my career to be more available for my kids. On paper I look like I regressed. But my relationship with my kids is unreal now a...
Taking the kids camping for the first time next month. We've got a tent and I'm trying to plan meals and activities so it doesn't turn into a disaster. Any advice for keeping 5, 8, and 11 year olds entertained in the middle of nowhere? Also what's the deal with bears? Are we actually worried about t...
Before kids my buddies and I would just pack a cooler and drive to the beach for the weekend whenever we felt like it. No planning, no logistics, just go. Now I need to coordinate with my wife, book time off work, pack an insane amount of stuff, and somehow keep two kids entertained in a car. But th...
So I decided to finally build that raised bed my wife has been asking for. Spent Saturday morning at Home Depot picking out cedar boards and hardware. Assembly took way longer than expected because I kept second-guessing my measurements. By Sunday afternoon I had it done though and filled it with so...
Just started using it and wow this is eye opening. My 14 year old is hitting 6-7 hours of screen time on school days. I showed him the report and he actually seemed shocked at himself. Set limits and he's been okay about it so far. Anyone else had success with this or do your kids just find workarou...
Been dealing with this for over a year now. My ex keeps switching weekends without asking and expects me to be flexible. I get that life happens but this is the third time this month. I'm trying to be chill about it but I feel like I'm getting walked on. Do I need to get a lawyer involved or should ...
That was absolutely disgusting. It was everywhere. On his back, his neck, in his hair somehow? I gagged twice. My wife was laughing at me the whole time. Somehow I managed to clean him up without dropping him or crying myself. I feel like I deserve a medal or something lol
My 8 year old is getting soft. He cries over everything, doesn't want to do chores, complains about practice. I grew up doing hard work and my dad didn't coddle me. I'm trying to teach him that being a man means toughening up and handling your responsibilities without complaint. Sometimes I have to ...