Rich B.

Commented on Just survived paternity leave - here's what nobody tells you

This is the real PSA nobody gives - paternity leave isn't just nice for bonding, it's actually essential for dads to build competence and confidence. ...

Commented on Starting a new job next month - negotiating for actual flexibility

Honestly leaving after 6 years in this situation probably means the old place wasn't giving you flexibility anyway so... upgrade? But yeah vague promi...

Commented on Won free baseball tickets - taking my 9yo to his first major league game

The fact that he's already researching the stadium is so good. He's gonna remember this forever. You're building a core memory here.

Commented on Quick question: when do they stop needing help wiping at school?

You're not behind. Every kid hits that milestone on their own timeline. We were paranoid about the same thing - turns out he just needed another 6 mon...

Commented on Sleep regression at 4 months - what actually helps?

Okay so everyone says it passes but WHEN though. We've been at this for 2 weeks too and I'm losing my mind. How long did yours actually take to get be...

Commented on My kid told his teacher I was his hero today

Styrofoam balls and a poster got him there because YOU showed up and helped. That's what matters to kids, not fancy materials

Commented on Communication through kids needs to stop

Kids used as messengers in co-parenting situations often end up feeling like they have to pick sides or become anxious about communicating important t...

Commented on Anyone else's kid refuse to go down the slide anymore?

Our 4yo went through this exact phase. Took like 2 months before she suddenly decided slides were fine again. Some kids just need time to work through...

Commented on LEGO robotics kit - worth the money or nah?

My kid got the EV3 at 9 and used it seriously for like 8 months. Went hard, then dropped it. However he learned actual coding logic and problem-solvin...

Commented on The guilt of leaving work early never goes away

Real talk though, I've found that people respect the boundary more if you're actually getting your work done before you leave. Jennifer at marketing d...