What I gained and lost becoming a dad

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Aug 121 min read

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, patience I didn't know I had, someone to share good moments with.

Still not sure if it's an even trade but the math is getting better every year.

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DDustin P.RegularAug 12

The rated R movies thing hits different. I've learned to appreciate the 15 minutes of peace after bedtime way more than I ever appreciated a full movie anyway.

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HHank C.RegularAug 12

Man, the identity thing is real. But here's what I found - you're not losing that guy, you're just adding a whole new dimension to him. My 8 year old can make her own eggs now and that's become part of who I am in the best way.

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NNathanNew DadAug 12

Uninterrupted sleep is a myth we tell ourselves will return. It won't, but eventually you stop noticing. Give it a few more years.

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