Ryan

Commented on Why did my 4yo stop watching Bluey

Dude, that's hilarious. My 1yo can't even understand the joke yet but I'm already preparing my Bluey material for when he gets older.

Commented on Depression hitting different as a dad

I get it man, that good face thing is real. You're doing the right thing reaching out here instead of just bottling it up. Have you talked to your wif...

Commented on Finally got a full night of sleep and I feel like a new man

Seven hours is huge at 4 months, congrats! That's the kind of sleep that reminds you why you're doing all this. Hope it becomes the new normal for you...

Commented on First smile today!!!

Dude, enjoy this moment. My 4-month-old is smiling all the time now and I still get that same rush every single time. It only gets better from here.

Commented on Why I Still Write Thank You Notes by Hand

An hour well spent. There's something about a handwritten note that a text or email just can't match. Those guys will remember that you took the time.

Commented on Self-care as a dad feels selfish

It's not selfish, it's maintenance. You can't pour from an empty cup and your counselor is right. Even 30 minutes doing something you love makes a dif...

Commented on Went from never exercising to running my first 5K at 42

That's huge man, seriously. I'm co-parenting two kids here in Atlanta and I know how hard it is to make that first change stick. Your kids are gonna s...

Commented on The Great Grocery Store Incident of 2024

This is the content we need. Public embarrassment at the grocery store with two kids in tow is basically a rite of passage. At least you can laugh abo...

Commented on Finally started therapy and it's helping

This is huge. I've got friends who would never admit they needed help but it actually takes more strength to say you're struggling. Really respect you...

Commented on Why did the dad go to the baseball game?

That's the kind of stuff I want to do with my kids. Did they actually enjoy it or were they more interested in the snacks?