Ian P.

Commented on My 8yo asked me to help her practice for her soccer tournament

The trophy made out of paper and tape is peak 8yo confidence energy. You have to keep that thing forever now, tournament placement notwithstanding.

Commented on First time grilling season and I need help

The biggest mistake beginners make is touching the meat constantly. Just let it sit. Also invest in a decent thermometer, not a cheap one.

Commented on Quick question - what age did your kids stop napping?

Don't let him nap after like 3pm if he's fighting it during normal nap time. My kid was doing the same thing and we shifted to no naps past 2:30 - hel...

Commented on YouTube recommendation filters are useless

YouTube allows it because they make money either way and parental controls are an afterthought to them. The creepy animation thing - was it one of tho...

Commented on Anxiety hitting different lately

The knot in the chest thing is exactly what mine feels like. Does it ever just hit you when you're trying to relax or is it random throughout the day ...

Commented on Feeling replaced by the baby

Real talk: do you have a therapist or someone to talk to about this? Because feeling replaced is legit and you shouldn't white-knuckle through it alon...

Commented on The lost art of being a man of your word

Being a man of your word to your kids shapes everything about how they'll show up for people later. They're watching way closer than we think.

Commented on Custody swap on Halloween - how do you guys handle it?

Last year split schedule for Halloween is honestly the move if your ex is willing. Afternoon trick-or-treat with you on Thursday, evening with her on ...

Commented on Hiking with a 3yo is basically just a slow walk where they stop every 2 seconds

This is peak hiking with littles. You're not actually hiking, you're slowly moving through nature while they investigate every single thing. The 8yo w...

Commented on Backyard zip line update - kids are obsessed

Finally got my kids outside all weekend too! We just played in the sprinkler though lol, this zip line is next level