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Teething phase. Everything goes in the mouth.
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Commented on PSA: Ninja Creami is actually worth the money
Does it actually work with like, frozen juice boxes or does it need the special containers? Because if I can just freeze some orange juice that change...
GeneralFebruary 22, 202632Commented on Starting a new job next month - negotiating for actual flexibility
Document everything in writing dude. Not in a paranoid way but send them an email recap of what you discussed. 'Thanks for the conversation about flex...
Working Dad LifeFebruary 22, 2026-1Commented on Fortnite is consuming our house
Try setting a hard time cutoff that's actually reasonable (like 8:30pm instead of letting him negotiate) and then he misses the friends playing. It su...
Digital ParentingFebruary 22, 20260Commented on Quick question: Guilt about staying longer at office to avoid rush hour?
Be straight with your family about what you need. "I need 20 minutes to decompress before being 'on'" is more honest than staying at the office. Your ...
Working Dad LifeFebruary 22, 202611Commented on My 11yo beat me at chess
Our 12yo got into chess like this too. Fair warning—they WILL try to play constantly now. Every car ride, every meal, every family gathering. Be ready...
Dad WinsFebruary 21, 20261Commented on Owlet Smart Sock 2 - waste of $300 or actually helpful?
The Owlet is perfect IF you have a specific reason to use it (heart condition, prematurity, etc). For a healthy baby, the peace of mind is temporary a...
New Dad HQFebruary 21, 20268Commented on Quick question - is it normal for 4yo to ask philosophical questions constantly?
That's actually a sign of a smart kid. The constant questioning phase is annoying but it means his brain is developing normally. Keep answering honest...
Dad WinsFebruary 21, 20265Commented on Anyone else's baby hate the bassinet?
How old is he? Some babies need like 2-3 months before they'll accept the bassinet. But if you're happy cosleeping safely, there's literally zero reas...
New Dad HQFebruary 21, 20260Commented on Transition day blues
The empty house part is the killer for me too. I try to plan something - even just staying busy with a project - because otherwise I just sit there th...
Co-ParentingFebruary 20, 20260Commented on Paternity leave ending and I'm genuinely sad about it
The peeing yourself thing hits different lol. That's the real parenting initiation nobody warns you about.
New Dad HQFebruary 20, 20264