Fred J.

Commented on Gaming setup in the man cave is finally complete

The PS5 running smooth with a new TV sounds like heaven after a long week. That's the kind of setup worth the wait and planning.

Commented on Screen time rules are kicking my butt

The one hour rule is good, but solo parenting at night definitely makes it harder to stick to. Have you tried having something else ready to go when t...

Commented on When did your kids get their first phone?

I get the pressure but I'm picking this battle. Waited until 14 with my oldest and it was fine. The social media stuff really can wait a couple more y...

Commented on Anxiety is killing my ability to be a good parent

That spiral is real and you're not alone in it. I started realizing my anxiety spirals were making everything worse with my kids. Talking to someone a...

Commented on Remote work changed everything for me

That's huge, man. Three days at home makes such a difference. With four kids I'd give anything for that kind of flexibility, you're living the dream r...

Commented on Standing your ground without being aggressive

That's the move right there. Going in prepared and professional instead of emotional is exactly how you get results with schools. Props for showing yo...

Commented on Struggling to model patience with my kids

We all lose it sometimes, that's just being human and a dad. The important part is you recognized it and want to change, that matters more than the sn...

Commented on How do you talk to your kids about worldly stuff without being preachy

This is tough with three kids at different ages. I try to listen more than I talk, and honestly sometimes I'll say 'that's a good question, let me thi...

Commented on Family worship time actually working for us

That's awesome man, consistency really does make a difference. We've been thinking about starting something similar with our twins but honestly wasn't...

Commented on First camping trip with the family and what a disaster

Dude that's rough but honestly this is how you learn. My first camping trip was a disaster too and now we go all the time. Your family will laugh abou...