Kids' Endless “What If” Tests Adult Patience
5 year old: can you breathe on the moon? me: no, there's no oxygen 5 year old: what if you had an oxygen tank? me: then yes 5 year old: what if the oxygen tank was empty? me: then no 5 year old: what if you refilled it with oxygen? me: is someone paying you to do this?
Child's Illness Cancels Entire Workday After Therapy
I dropped my son off at therapy & was driving home to get my work day started. His therapist called & said they had to end the session 15 minutes in because he has bad diarrhea & then fell asleep....
Teen's Avocado Toast Hack: Removing the Gross Flavor
My 15 y/o daughter insists on making her own avocado toast because it takes the “gross taste” of the avocado out of it. I watched her and she used a fork to mash it up and spread it on the...
Kindergarten Ends Daycare Costs, New Furniture Dreams
As bittersweet as it is for my son to go to kindergarten, I can’t wait to not pay for daycare anymore. Maybe I’ll finally be able to afford a new bed frame and night stands lmao
It's Never Too Late to Repair Father‑Daughter Bonds
“Repair is always possible.” It’s never too late to strengthen your relationship with your daughter. Hear more: https://t.co/CztUU1cKHZ #FatherDaughter
Your Partner Choice Shapes Your Child’s Health
Dr. Jonathan Anomaly said: "[Who you have children with] is going to be as or more effective than anything you do for your child's health.” If you want healthier, happier and brighter children, choose a healthier, happier and brighter partner. The 3...
Dad's Guide: Helping Teens Overcome Social Media Anxiety
Trying to help your teen daughter deal with anxiety—or social media stress? This episode has the guidance you need. Listen here: https://t.co/CztUU1ccSr #DadLife #Podcast
Kids Fold only Their Laundry, Leaving Parents' Pile Untouched
Asked our daughters to please fold the large pile of family laundry before our guests arrive tonight and *dramatic pause* you guessed it, they folded their laundry and left mine and my wife’s laundry in the pile.
From 29¢ Burgers to 32¢: Inflation Hits Home
I was explaining to my kids about inflation (no one enjoyed the conversation, not even me) and I told them that I used to buy hamburgers from this one place near my high school for 29 cents. “32 cents after...
Family Corvette Ride Turns NYC Streets Into Tradition
First ride of the year in the Corvette. Took both my boys out, cruising NYC from Times Square all the way to the top of Manhattan. We've had this car since they were babies, now they're old enough to really...
Finding the Sweet Spot: Guide Vs. Freedom
How do you strike a balance between guiding your child and letting them take the reins? https://t.co/2XRVYgsUjz
Listening Beats Fixing: The Power of Being Present
Active listening > fixing. Sometimes being there and hearing your daughter out is more powerful than offering solutions. Find out why in this week’s episode: https://t.co/CztUU1cKHZ #ParentingTips #Dads
Kids Mimic Profanity After One Exposure, Not Politeness
You can say "please" and "thank you" a million times and your toddler will never repeat it, but if you say "ass-faced mother fucker" ONCE...
Parents Embrace “Daily Dad” As Morning Ritual
Just like so many people read The Daily Stoic each morning, thousands of parents around the world now start their day with The Daily Dad. If you want to check out the new leather edition, you can find it at dailydad.com/leather.
Validate, Choose Empathy: Transform Your Relationship with Daughter
Validation is a skill. Empathy is a choice. Both can transform your relationship with your daughter. Listen here: https://t.co/kUvf1mzfw2 #DadsOfTwitter #RaisingStrongWomen
Sudden Betrayal Thrust Me Into Single Fatherhood
When I woke up today I never imagined that I’d soon be a single dad, that I’d be raising 2 young kids all alone, but that was before my wife made plans to go walk with a friend, before she...
Dad's Open Emotions Teach Kids Resilience and Authenticity
For fathers, showing emotions in a healthy way can also teach your kids that it's okay to feel and process emotions rather than bottling them up. It sets an example of resilience, self-control, and authenticity. #dad #4fitfatherhood #fatherhood #fatherfigure #fatherforward fatherhoodjourney...
From Juvenile Offender to Proud Father and Entrepreneur
I saw one of the young men from the youth program that I used to run for juvenile offenders. She showed me his beautiful sons, showed me his business, remembered our motto and told me that he loved me. I...
Simple, Profound Response to a Child's Meltdown
Ok, the Dad in this story is my husband. But, I was walking behind him and we were on this walk together. The way he handled this meltdown was so simple, yet profound. I hope this helps you the next...
Stay Strong: Bad Days Don't Define Parenting
You can't let a bad day or bad person prevent you from being a good parent.
Be Present and Cherish Every Moment with Your Kids
Important reminder to remain present and enjoy every moment you have with your kids. ( cc @thecinematicdad )
Supermom Juggles School, Work, Gym, and Gaming
Since 5AM : - Got two kids ready for school - Packed book bags and filled water bottles - Managed a potential family crisis (it’s fine) - Made a grocery store run - Set up for my pod - Filmed said pod for 2.5...
Quirky Partner Hacks for Surviving Early Postpartum Days
Give me oddly specific tips for the non-birthing partner, for the first few months post-partum
Raising Compassionate, Disruptive Sons Amid a Counter‑Cultural World
I’m going to try so, so hard to raise boys that are kind, emotionally intelligent, empathetic and meaningfully disruptive. And I’m so worried that the world will undo it all.
Men Carry Silent Burdens of Work, Family, Expectations
I can’t be the only man who feels this. We shoulder the pressure. We carry the responsibility. We hold it together for everyone else. Bills. Expectations. Work. Fatherhood. Marriage. And we don’t talk about it. We just get it done. But that doesn’t mean it’s light. If this resonates with you… drop...