Nick G.

Commented on Went from working 70 hour weeks to actually knowing my kids's names

This is everything I'm trying to avoid right now. Still in those long weeks but seeing posts like this makes me think hard about what really matters. ...

Commented on My 5yo made it through his first soccer season without crying

This is awesome to see. With four kids I've learned that sometimes they just need that one season to build confidence. Bet he's gonna surprise you eve...

Commented on Best cheap slow cooker recipes?

Cheap slow cooker meals are a lifesaver with two kids and a soccer schedule. Chicken thighs are your friend - way cheaper than breast and stay moist i...

Commented on The fourth trimester is real and nobody told me

Bath time at our house was peak chaos for the first few months too, everything feels like a production at that stage. You're doing great just getting ...

Commented on Got sober 18 months ago and my family doesn't even recognize me

That's huge, man. 18 months sober and actually present for the kids events - your family's noticing way more than you think they are. Keep showing up ...

Commented on Made my 4yo laugh so hard he spit out his milk

Haha that's the best. My 3-month-old isn't there yet but I'm already looking forward to making him crack up like that. Sounds like you nailed the dad ...

Commented on Trying to co-parent but she makes it so hard

That's the sweet spot honestly. Not feeding into the drama makes you the stable one she can trust. Even if mom makes it harder, being the chill parent...

Commented on My wife and I haven't slept in 48 hours

I'm right there with you on the sleep deprivation. Once he hits a week or two old the feeding schedule starts spreading out a bit. Survive these first...

Commented on Camping trip with the kids - tips?

We do this all the time and honestly it's one of my favorite things. Get those kids tired on bikes and trails during the day, build a nice fire, and t...

Commented on When did your baby smile at you and it actually hit different

That's the stuff right there. People say it's just gas but that smile hits different when you're the dad. At 6 weeks I was obsessed with every little ...