Patrick W.

Commented on My parental leave ended and I genuinely don't know how to leave

Have you and your wife talked about what the daycare situation looks like longer term? Like is there flexibility for you to work from home some days? ...

Commented on Switched to a lower-paying job and never looked back

This is real. I took a similar-ish path (not quite as dramatic salary drop but way less demanding) and the shift in how my kids interact with me is no...

Commented on My 8yo asked me to help her practice for her soccer tournament

Do you know what actually triggered her to ask? Like did she lose a game and decide to train or was it just random? Because understanding her motivati...

Commented on My 7yo keeps sneaking YouTube after bedtime

The 11pm thing concerns me more than the password honestly. Is he having trouble sleeping or just bored? Might be worth asking his pediatrician about ...

Commented on Feeling replaced by the baby

My wife was similar at 3 months. Turns out she was dealing with undiagnosed postpartum anxiety and just felt completely overwhelmed. Once we addressed...

Commented on The struggle of keeping a straight face

Why did you have to excuse yourself? I would've just laughed right there. Kids say the most random things and it's the best part of being a dad.

Commented on Real talk: do you actually enjoy watching your kids' sports?

Honestly 45 minutes is nothing though? Like yes it's cold and boring but in the scheme of parenting obligations, showing up to your kid's sports is pr...

Commented on Why does my 8yo think he's a dog?

I think you're being a little weird about him being weird if I'm honest. 8yos are supposed to be imaginative and do odd stuff. Eating from a bowl on t...

Commented on Loneliness is hitting hard

You could always reach out to some of them and do something low key that fits your life now. Might be surprised who's also ready for that change.

Commented on Took phones away for a week and here's what happened

This gives me hope honestly. I thought taking phones away would be WW3. Maybe they actually need it