Brad N.

Commented on Going back to work was weirdly... nice?

Don't feel guilty - that's completely normal. Being "on" 24/7 with little kids is genuinely draining. Having 8 hours of focused work feels like a vaca...

Commented on Anyone else's kid getting scammed?

This is rough. The predatory game design thing is hard to explain because the games are literally built by teams of people whose job is to make them a...

Commented on Best budget-friendly art projects?

Dollar Tree has decent markers and those blank paper pads now. Also check Facebook Marketplace - parents are constantly getting rid of art supplies th...

Commented on Coding classes are actually kind of awesome

The rec department thing is key here. So many coding classes are either way too expensive or get outsourced to weird online platforms. Local in-person...

Commented on Does anyone's 5yo actually get tired at reasonable bedtime?

Have you asked his pediatrician if this is normal for him? Some kids genuinely need less sleep and that's fine as long as he's not actually overtired ...

Commented on WINS: My kid quit Fortnite by himself

Real question though - is Minecraft actually better or just because it's what he switched to? Like did he genuinely find it more fun or did Fortnite j...

Commented on Best educational apps for a restless 6yo?

The fact that you're being intentional about which apps and why makes ALL the difference. You're not just handing him a device, you're using tools tha...

Commented on Best pizza place in town debate

Have you guys tried any other places or just been arguing between these two? There might be a dark horse option nobody's thought of.

Commented on Teaching my boy to shake hands properly

Seven months sounds about right for learning this. Kids need repetition and encouragement. Did you practice with him or just let him figure it out?

Commented on Back at work after 8 weeks paternity leave - AMA I guess

The coffee thing made me laugh but real talk - don't let "adult conversation" become an excuse to check out mentally. Your wife has basically been sol...