Mark

Commented on Kids tell me stories that make me question what's happening at mom's house

I'm dealing with similar stuff here in Charlotte with my two. The stories they bring back sometimes don't add up, and it's hard not to jump to conclus...

Commented on Child support is killing me financially and I feel like it's not even going to the kids

I feel you on this one. The hardest part of co-parenting for me has been making sure the support actually benefits the kids. You might want to documen...

Commented on Ex won't stick to the schedule

That's a tough spot. Two years in and she's changing the rhythm you both agreed on. I'd suggest having a calm conversation about what's driving the sw...

Commented on Started therapy last month and wow

Really proud of you for taking that step. The exhaustion is real when you're carrying stuff alone. Therapy's been a game changer for managing the co-p...

Commented on The dad bod is real and I'm making peace with it

I get it - survival mode is real when you've got two kids and work eating up your time. Nothing wrong with embracing where you're at in life right now...

Commented on Communication through apps - worth it?

I use Coparently and it's been huge for keeping things civil and organized. Plus the kids see that we're communicating smoothly, which matters more th...

Commented on Therapy has actually changed my life

Man, this is huge. I'm still working through some stuff myself but hearing this makes me think I should actually take that step. Really glad therapy i...

Commented on Weekend plans thread

Getting that grill back in action is always a win. We do the park thing too but nothing beats throwing some burgers on the grill at home first.

Commented on Depression hit hard after second kid was born

Man, that takes guts to share. Postpartum depression in dads is real and it's not talked about enough. With two kids the overwhelm can hit different -...

Commented on Therapy is actually helping (even though I was skeptical)

Respect for giving it a real shot instead of just shutting it down. A lot of guys won't admit when something's actually working for them.