Vincent

Commented on Paternity leave question - took 2 weeks and regret it

You're right about that. Two weeks sounds decent until you're actually living it and realize you're just hitting your stride when you have to go back.

Commented on Is 2 hours screen time on weekends reasonable for 8yo?

2 hours sounds solid to me. We started at 1.5 and bumped to 2 on weekends since my kids are 8 and 10. The key is what he's doing on those other days. ...

Commented on My dad taught me the old fashioned way and I turned out fine

I get what you're saying, but I think there's a difference between respect and fear. My dad was similar and yeah I turned out okay, but I spent a lot ...

Commented on Is 2 hours screen time on weekends reasonable for 8yo?

Honestly 2 hours on weekends is reasonable if he's active the rest of the time. The real issue is what happens when he asks for 3 hours next month. Yo...

Commented on Depression creeping back in

Going through something similar right now. What helped was just calling my therapist and being honest about it instead of waiting for it to get worse....

Commented on My teenager actually hung out with me voluntarily

Those moments hit different. I remember when my oldest actually wanted to spend time with me instead of just tolerating it. We worked on the deck toge...

Commented on Taking my first mental health day in years

Taking a mental health day is just as important as taking a sick day. Don't beat yourself up about it. Your kids need you at your best, not running on...

Commented on Taking paternity leave next month and nervous about falling behind

Don't stress about falling behind. You're going to be so present with your kid during those eight weeks that you won't even care about work for a bit....

Commented on Found out my 14yr old has a second Instagram account

Kids have always wanted private spaces but now it's digital and way more complicated. My take is figure out what actually concerns you about it before...

Commented on Nailed the school talent show performance

How'd it go? This is awesome that you put in the time with her. That kind of support early on builds so much confidence.