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Commented on Roblox is draining our bank account

Yeah we set up a strict allowance system and made it clear that's their budget for anything digital. It took a few weeks of pushback but now my kid ac...

Commented on Should I let my kid get a phone yet?

My kid begged for one at 11 too. I got him a basic one that could text and call but nothing fancy. Took the pressure off a bit without going full smar...

Commented on How do you talk to your ex about parenting stuff?

Keep it simple and focused on the kid's best interest, that's your north star in those conversations. I always try to bring it back to what's actually...

Commented on Got asked to read the bedtime story and actually got through it without falling asleep

Nice work with the voices too, that's the extra effort that makes it special. My son's only 8 months but I'm already preparing myself for this battle.

Commented on Sleep deprivation is actually a form of torture and I have proof

Dude you're not alone in this at all. The broken brain thing is real, it gets better though. Hang in there

Commented on First time changing a diaper and I'm terrified

Totally normal to be nervous with a newborn, but the good news is diapers are way more forgiving than you think. Just take your time and you'll nail i...

Commented on How do you handle peer pressure when your values differ from most parents around you?

We're pretty outdoorsy and values-driven too, and honestly the hiking trails have become our family's anchor. When kids feel like part of something bi...

Commented on 50/50 custody is killing my relationship with my kids

That's the toughest part of 50/50 - the constant transition. Both my kids have struggled with it too. Have you looked into maybe doing 2-2-3 instead o...

Commented on When did we stop teaching boys to be accountable for their mistakes?

That's how you do it right there. Teaching him to own it and face it head on is gonna stick with him way longer than any lecture would.

Commented on How do you handle the school stuff when you're not the primary custodian

That's rough finding out second hand. Have you tried reaching out to the school directly and asking them to copy you on communications? Most teachers ...