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Commented on Need advice on gaming limits for 12 year old

This is where I'm starting to struggle with my oldest. The key thing I found is being clear about the 'why' behind your limits, not just the rules. Ki...

Commented on Need advice on gaming limits for 12 year old

The battles are the worst part for me too. We ended up setting a timer and making it a negotiation instead of a rule. He gets his time but he knows it...

Commented on My son asked me to tell him a joke at breakfast

That's the moment right there. You're officially a dad. The fact that the joke made no sense is actually the requirement for dad status.

Commented on Anyone else meal prep on Sundays with their family?

We do this with our twins and it's literally the only time they're both calm and focused on the same thing. Plus they're learning about nutrition with...

Commented on Using iPad for homeschooling, but kid just plays games

Kids are too smart now. Mine figured out how to download apps around my parental controls. You gotta stay one step ahead but honestly it's exhausting.

Commented on Dad failure of the week

The grocery store blackout is real. I've started making lists on my phone but then I get distracted checking work emails in the produce section.

Commented on Roblox is draining my bank account

The purchase restrictions are buried in settings but you gotta require a password every single time. I learned this the hard way too.

Commented on Browns game was insane last night

Haha I feel this. Had a similar moment during a Texans game last month and my kids thought the house was falling down. Worth it though.