Nathan

Commented on Teaching my son to be respectful in this crazy world

That's solid parenting right there. My 12 year old is hitting that same age and I'm seeing the payoff from those early lessons stick with him. Eye con...

Commented on Building a treehouse with my 7yo and I'm already in over my head

Man, I've been there with my kids on stuff like this. Start small, maybe just a platform in the tree first before you get fancy. Nothing wrong with ta...

Commented on Became a stepdad and it completely changed my identity

Two teenagers at once would've sent me into a tailspin, not gonna lie. But it sounds like you're finding your footing now, and that's what matters. Th...

Commented on Is 2 hours of screen time on weekends reasonable for a 7yo?

I think two hours is fine for weekends but you need a solid cutoff time and something else planned after so he's not just asking for more once his tim...

Commented on When do you introduce a bottle?

Wait, only 2 weeks? That seems really early to me. I'd talk to your pediatrician but I think most recommend 4-6 weeks minimum. Breastfeeding can get m...

Commented on Raising boys in a world that doesn't value manhood

Real talk - I'm raising boys too and I don't think it's about swimming upstream so much as it's about being clear on your values and sticking to them....

Commented on My 5 year old made me a Father's Day card and I'm crying at work

I'm not crying, you're crying. That's the stuff that hits different as a dad. These moments are why we do all the other stuff. Frame that card.

Commented on Prayer changes things - update on my son's situation

This is huge. Praying for your family and so glad to hear God came through. I know how hard it is to hold on to faith when things are uncertain with y...

Commented on DIY kitchen remodel - where to start?

YouTube is your friend here but honestly take more time than you think you'll need. I underestimated a bathroom remodel by like 40% on timeline. The b...

Commented on First night home with newborn - help

Man, that first night is rough. If he's fed and changed, try swaddling him tight - like really tight, sounds weird but it mimics the womb and calms a ...