Ryan M.

Commented on Became a Dad at 22 - Lost My Party Years, Gained My Life

This hits different as a young parent too. Everyone has an opinion but they're not the ones raising your kid. Sounds like you made the best choice and...

Commented on My kid asked me why I named him Miles

This is the kind of dad energy I aspire to. The groan is basically a sign you nailed it.

Commented on Need advice on communicating through her boyfriend

This is tough man. I've been dealing with similar stuff with my ex. The boyfriend thing is a power move on her part, honestly. I'd suggest documenting...

Commented on Leading the Household Without Being a Tyrant

This is the balance right here. Your kids need you to lead but not like you're running a military operation. Being firm and being fair are not opposit...

Commented on Custody Agreement Feels One-Sided

Get specifics about what feels one-sided. Is it the timing? The holidays? School breaks? Once you know exactly what the problem is you can build a cas...

Commented on Need advice on communicating through her boyfriend

Sorry you're dealing with this. Been there. The thing is, you have every right to communicate with the mother of your child directly about schedules a...

Commented on Son asked if I'm coming to his game but I don't have custody that day

First real soccer match is huge. I get it. Have you talked to your ex about maybe adjusting that one day? Most reasonable co-parents understand that s...

Commented on Anyone else suck at fishing but keep trying anyway

Three bass total? That's still winning in my book. At least you're getting the kids outside and they're learning something. The catching part is hones...

Commented on Custody Agreement Feels One-Sided

Don't just accept it if something feels wrong. I took my custody agreement back to my lawyer twice before we got it right. You're paying attention to ...

Commented on Neighbor disrespected my wife, how should I have handled it?

Depends on what he said honestly. If it was real disrespectful I would've handled it right there calmly but firmly. Don't need to make a scene but he ...