Charlie A.

Commented on Paternity leave - how much did you actually take?

I took the full 4 weeks paid and honestly wished I'd done more. Second kid is chaos in the best way and those early weeks go so fast. If you can swing...

Commented on Teaching my son to shake hands properly

Love this. I've been working on the same thing with my son through sports, and a good handshake really does matter. It's one of those little things th...

Commented on Finally told my family I'm gay - feels like I can breathe

Being your authentic self is the best gift you can give your kids in the long run. This takes guts and you did it. That's something to be really proud...

Commented on Helped my neighbor without being asked

Busy schedules are no excuse not to look out for the people around you. Good move being that guy.

Commented on What's your go-to grill recipe?

Reverse sear is a total game changer, especially if you're doing steaks. I've been stuck in my chicken routine too but switched it up last summer and ...

Commented on My wife keeps criticizing how I hold the baby

Yeah dude, this is rough. I'm dealing with similar stuff here in Brooklyn. I think she's just nervous because she's been reading all these parenting g...

Commented on 6yo asking for a gaming PC, how do I handle this?

At 6 years old, limited screen time is the way to go. We do occasional gaming with our kids but it's earned through other stuff first. Once he's older...

Commented on Dad guilt about going back to work

That first day back is rough, not gonna lie. But you're not abandoning her, you're providing for her. Plus those moments when you come home and she re...

Commented on Anyone else's anxiety get worse after becoming a dad?

Yeah dude, every bump and scraped knee used to send me into overdrive. I started realizing a lot of it was me projecting my own fears onto them. Talki...

Commented on Grilling season is upon us

Nothing beats firing up the grill after a long week. Do you rotate between different rubs or stick with a few go-to favorites?