Pat H.

Commented on Weird question: does anyone else feel guilty about WANTING to go to work?

You're not a bad dad for having different strengths. Some dads are natural homemakers, some are better at the work-life balance, some genuinely prefer...

Commented on Why do I get more excited about my kids' snow days than they do?

Your 9yo being mad about soccer practice getting cancelled is actually funny because that means she loves it. You could leverage that - "we can do fun...

Commented on The stress is catching up with me

You yelling isn't great but it's also a symptom of a much bigger problem - you're running on empty. Don't beat yourself up about it. Address the root:...

Commented on Southern manners aren't dead, just dormant

Please and thank you without being told? You're doing something right. A lot of kids these days just grunt and expect things.

Commented on When did you let your kid get their first phone?

Apple has Screen Time (if you go iPhone), Android has Family Link. Both let you set app limits, see what they're doing, lock down what apps they can d...

Commented on Coding camps - worth the money?

Austin probably has good coding camps. Before you commit $400 though - has he coded on his own at all? If it's something he's interested in vs somethi...

Commented on Transition day blues

Every single Sunday. Your ex settling them down thing is real though - doesn't make you a bad parent for it wrecking you. They cry for like 10 mins af...

Commented on Anyone else's kids obsessed with that Bluey show?

It's not sad that you're quoting it to each other, it's actually sweet lol. And yeah Bluey is one of the good ones. At least you're not hearing Baby S...

Commented on Coding class for 8 year old recommendations?

In Seattle you might want to check with the University of Washington or local tech companies - they sometimes sponsor coding programs for kids. Could ...

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

Bold move and I respect it. Most dads feel trapped by the salary thing and never actually try to change it. You did.