Ben D.

Commented on How do you split holidays when kids have two homes?

We split it so each parent gets Christmas Eve leading into Christmas morning with the kids. It's not perfect but at least both sides get that special ...

Commented on Teaching my son about being a man

At 12 that's the perfect age to show him through example rather than lectures. My oldest is around there and honestly just doing things together, like...

Commented on Just got pooped on for the first time

Dude same thing happened to me last month and I was not prepared. Three kids in and it still gets me sometimes. At least you know it's coming now!

Commented on Starting therapy and I'm nervous about it

That nervousness is totally normal, man. Taking that first step to talk to someone about what's weighing on you is actually one of the bravest things ...

Commented on Man cave finally coming together

That's the dream right there. Once you get the mini fridge stocked you're set for life. What are you planning to put on the walls besides the TV?

Commented on Coached my daughters soccer team to the championship

This is the dream right here. As a new dad myself, I'm already thinking about what sports I can actually help with instead of just watching from the s...

Commented on Bathroom tile project from hell

Day two of anything DIY is when reality hits different. My advice: YouTube University and a willingness to start over. Better than explaining to your ...

Commented on Dealing with parental alienation and it's breaking me

This hits hard because kids that age can't always separate what they're hearing from what they actually feel. Stay consistent, keep showing up, and le...

Commented on My 6 year old figured out the parental controls password

YouTube probably has a tutorial on this. Real talk though, maybe just use the face recognition on the iPad if it has it? Kids can't mimic your face as...

Commented on Passing down faith when you're still working on yours

Man, that's a tough spot but you're already ahead of the game by being real about it. My kids used to think church was a snooze fest too until I start...