Carlos M.

Commented on My 6yo finally rode his bike without training wheels

Did you get it on video? My kids wanted proof when they hit their milestones. But honestly the best part is knowing you put in those weeks of work for...

Commented on Who I thought I'd be as a dad vs reality

Bedtimes are still negotiable at our house depending on the day. Healthy meals most of the time but sometimes it's chicken nuggets and that's okay. Th...

Commented on Wrestling with how to talk to my kids about the world

Heavy stuff but necessary conversations. I've found that admitting I don't have all the answers actually helps. Shows them it's okay to struggle with ...

Commented on Had a real conversation with my teenage son

That's the kind of win that sticks with you. Working with your hands while talking takes the pressure off somehow. How long have you two been working ...

Commented on My 4 year old tied his shoes for the first time today

That's huge! Shoe tying takes actual coordination and patience. My 6yo finally got it last month and I felt like he won the lottery. You should be pro...

Commented on The cereal aisle destroyed me today

Four year olds really do see the world different don't they. That's actually kind of poetic in a weird way. Fruity Pebbles milk is basically liquified...

Commented on What's everyone watching right now?

Have you seen Ted Lasso? I know it sounds silly but it's genuinely good and heartwarming. Perfect for watching after the kids go to bed and you still ...

Commented on Anyone else run a vegetable garden? Mine's going crazy this year

Dude same. We planted way too much zucchini and my neighbors are hiding when they see me coming. But the kids love picking fresh stuff for dinner so i...

Commented on First Camping Trip with the Kids This Spring

I'm still figuring out how to camp with a baby honestly. Does he sleep okay in a tent or does the change mess with his routine?

Commented on Depression is making parenting harder

The guilt loop is the worst part. But your kids don't need you to be perfect, they need you to try. Even showing up on hard days counts. Have you got ...