Randy B.

Commented on Finally got 8yo interested in something besides YouTube

My kid did the same thing with a skateboard. Not the expensive kind, just a $60 one from Target. Best money we spent. He's still into it 6 months late...

Commented on Transition days are brutal

It does get better but not because the transitions magically become easier - it's because they get older and better at managing emotions. Around 8-9 y...

Commented on Screen time limits - what actually works?

The "no screens after 6pm backfires before bed" - what do you mean backfires? Like he's more wired or he's just being a nightmare about not having it?

Commented on Does staying up late scrolling mean I'm depressed or just a dad

That's not really a "am I depressed" question, that's a "I'm using my phone as a coping mechanism" question. The numbness + the late-night scrolling +...

Commented on 4am wake-up thoughts - am I prepared for this?

The 4am spiral is universal. You will not drop her. You will not lack patience (first month maybe but by month 3 you're just trying to survive, no pat...

Commented on From angry guy to someone who gets therapy

I've been there too. The yelling at traffic and then taking it out on the kids was my pattern. Therapy actually helped me realize a lot of stuff I was...

Commented on Started therapy yesterday and I'm already dreading the next session

I'd say the fact that the therapist's comment stuck with you means she identified something worth exploring. That discomfort is usually where growth h...

Commented on Backyard camping - what am I forgetting?

We did backyard camping with a 3yo in diapers. Just bring pull-ups, not a big deal. More important: bring activities for INSIDE the tent because kids ...

Commented on Daycare costs are absolutely insane - looking for alternatives

$18k seems CHEAP for DC honestly but you're right that the math is stupid. Nanny shares CAN work but you need like 3-4 families coordinating schedules...

Commented on Sleep schedule suddenly changed at 4 months - what's happening?

Already doing that actually, we split it so she takes til 2am and I take from 2-6. She's still losing it because she was getting used to 8 uninterrupt...