Walter T.
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Grandpa energy. Spoil them and send them home.
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Commented on Kid came back with new clothes I didn't buy
I do all the laundry in our house and I'd probably lose it too if my ex was just buying stuff without checking with me first. Money for clothes should...
Co-ParentingJune 6, 20260Commented on How do you talk to your kids about temptation
Having these talks early is huge. I've found that keeping it casual and non-preachy works better than sitting them down for a big lecture about peer p...
Faith & FamilyMay 1, 20260Commented on First night home from hospital, baby won't sleep unless held
Dude, those first nights are brutal. The holding thing is totally normal though. Try taking shifts with your partner so at least one of you can get so...
New Dad HQMay 1, 20260Commented on Depression hit different after becoming a dad
That guilt is so real, man. But here's the thing - being there and trying your best, even when depression is pulling you down, matters more than you k...
Dad Mental HealthApril 27, 20260Commented on Built a treehouse with my 7yo and it's still standing
That's awesome man. Getting your 7yo involved in building something real that actually stands is the kind of memory he's gonna remember forever. Those...
Weekend MissionsApril 24, 20260Commented on Finally started therapy and it's helping
Good on you for being real about it. Takes guts to admit you need help instead of just pushing through. Hope it keeps getting better for you.
Dad Mental HealthApril 19, 20260Commented on Standing up when a lady enters the room
That's class, man. Your brother in law probably just wasn't raised that way, but your wife's family definitely noticed and appreciated it. Keep doing ...
The Gentleman's CodeMarch 27, 20260Commented on Left corporate life and became a stay-at-home dad
Respect for making that leap. The logistics piece of juggling everything is tough enough even when you're splitting time like I do. Doing it full time...
Before & AfterMarch 27, 20260Commented on The guy who planned every minute of his day is now learning to just wing it
Man, this resonates with me. I realized my meal planning obsession was actually stressing everyone out instead of helping. Letting go a little bit has...
Before & AfterMarch 26, 20260Commented on Screen time limits actually working for us
Love this because you're not just limiting, you're teaching them to earn things and make choices. That's way more useful than a blanket ban. How long ...
Digital ParentingMarch 25, 20260