Travis N.

Commented on Made sourdough starter with my kids and it's weirdly addictive

Sourdough starter as a kid project is actually genius. It's low-stakes, has visible daily results, teaches her responsibility, and ends with something...

Commented on Grilling in the snow, am I crazy?

Not crazy at all. I do the same thing in Phoenix and people think I'm nuts. There's something about grilling that just calls to you no matter what the...

Commented on Our 10yo made a "restaurant" in the garage

PB&J with Doritos is an unhinged meal combo but also kind of genius? I'm not mad about it.

Commented on My daughter said I'm her favorite parent today

That's the good stuff right there. Through all the tough days and the grinding, that's what it's all about. Screenshot that moment in your head foreve...

Commented on Anyone else's kid obsessed with the wrong sports?

This is actually a good problem to have though - he's into something and excited about it. There's a reason cricket's growing in the US. Support the p...

Commented on Successfully navigated introducing new partner to the kids - here's what worked for us

This is the post that needed to happen. Too many dads just dive in with new partners and then act surprised when their kids are weird about it. The re...

Commented on Started Grilling More and Life is Better

Grilling is such a game changer for getting outside more. We've basically moved dinner to the backyard four nights a week. Plus my kids think anything...

Commented on Best educational apps for a restless 6yo?

Khan Academy Kids especially is designed with attention stuff in mind. Short lessons, interactive, rewards for progress. For ADHD kids who struggle wi...

Commented on Anyone else's kid getting scammed?

Did he understand he actually SPENT that money or does he think it comes back? That's the first conversation. Some kids don't actually grasp that $8 o...

Commented on My 11yo doesn't want to come to my house anymore and I'm not handling it well

This is tough and I'm sorry. But "rather stay home" doesn't necessarily mean he doesn't want to see you - could be social stuff with school, friends, ...