Carlos

Commented on Started going to the gym and it's actually helping

That's awesome man, seriously. Three weeks is huge and it sounds like you're already feeling the difference. Keep riding that wave, your mental health...

Commented on Communication app for co-parenting - worth it?

Your lawyer's right on this one. It's not about being overkill, it's about protecting yourself and keeping things civil for the kids' sake. My ex came...

Commented on Anxiety about my kids' future is overwhelming sometimes

I get this so much. The late night worry spiral is real, especially when you're new to this. But here's the thing - you're already a good dad just by ...

Commented on Getting Sober Changed Everything

Three years is incredible, seriously. My kids are still little but I see how much better I am for them when I'm actually present instead of checking o...

Commented on Loneliness despite being surrounded by family

That's tough man. With three kids you're basically running on fumes. Have you thought about seeing if your wife notices the same thing or could help y...

Commented on She's making emergency custody request over nothing

Emergency request over a movie? That's tough but unfortunately I've seen it happen. Keep your cool, let your lawyer handle it, and just keep being the...

Commented on New partner introduced to kids too fast

This one stings because you should've heard it from her, not your 7 year old. Have that conversation soon while you're both calm so you can figure out...

Commented on The dad joke legacy continues

That's gold. With three kids I'm always catching them trading jokes with each other now. Those moments when they're making each other laugh hit differ...

Commented on What are you guys watching right now?

Friday Night Lights might scratch that itch. It's got some heaviness but the core is actually really heartwarming, so your wife might enjoy it too. Wo...

Commented on Baby won't sleep unless being held - is this normal?

One thing that helped us was white noise and making sure the bassinet was as close to body temperature as possible. Sometimes it's just about making t...