Consulting Dads

Best parenthood podcasts? I’m not a new dad, but I’m entering the tween & teen stages, and, though I feel pretty confident, I’m not gonna lie… still a little scared! I want to be a better parent t… more

This article resonates professionally–and as a parent. Paying attention feels much more difficult now than it did in 2004, and my kids’ attention spans aren’t the best either. I found these practices inte… more

How do you balance travel and kids? I don’t want o get staffed on a project that has travel. I feel like that might limit my opportunities for growth…

Our firstborn is 1mo. old & we’ve been super fortunate to have my in-laws stay with us from out of town this entire time - cooking, taking night shifts for feedings, helping however in between. My wife is pre… more

So need the dads to settle this. What is the proper etiquette for the toilet seat? Got into a discussion with my wife. What is considered the toilet seat down? The seat (ring) and/or the lid? If it’s … more

Whats are some silly things you do in front of your kids?

Mine: My Starbucks order name is Superman, and my daughter (6 yo) is always embarrassed by it.

Anyone figure out how to manage multiple trips a month and how to keep people feeling they are a priority at home? This is going to be a rough year.

Which firms are particularly mindful of parenting needs for fathers and have good paternity leave policies? We are having a second.

Favorite Bluey episode and why?

Dads who have or have had a nanny. When the kids started going to school full-time, did you reduce the hours or adjust?

Both parents working in our household and unsure about trying aftercare or how to… more

How do you guide your children about the importance of hard work and dedication to one's career while also emphasizing the importance of family and being a present parent? I am not leading by exam… more

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Being a busy dad is tough. Let's use this thread for venting, asking for community support and feedback, or just being witnessed on something that needs to be shared. Go ahead… more

Hey all, my wife is coming up on third trimester and I’m wonder, at what week did you stop traveling for work?

We are struggling to get our 11 month old to eat solid foods. Purées are generally OK when he’s in the mood, but he gags and throws up while eating anything more solid. This has been an on and off iss… more

I'm still pretty new to the consulting world, but I'm really struggling with the time commitment my boss seems to expect from us. I want to do good work and make an impact, but my family and r… more

Son is ~3mo old and I’m out on leave still but finding that I have a horrible time hearing my alarms with his jet engine sound machine by me. Any recommendations on vibrating bands or otherwise?

Hey Dads - Looking for some resorts in Florida for staycation with a 2 year old, any recommendations? Looking for places other than Key West

Any dads been to Puerto Rico before with young kids and have recs? Going to be in San Juan for a few days w our 5 and 3 year old and would love a couple family friendly suggestions

Opportunities to go above and beyond at work are inversely lost opportunities to go above and beyond as a parent or spouse. Ideally I'd do both, but I'm only human. For me, my family comes fir… more

Car seat looking for recommendations on the best car seat stroller combo, any suggestions?

Feeding solid meals to our 18 month toddler is becoming a huge chore and it is so tiring, he happily has toddler formula/milk but solids is a struggle

My neighbors have a 17 month old that they still carry around in a baby Björn. Makes it awkward to hang out with them sometimes because my 17 month old is running and climbing things, while they are n… more

Can you share any personal experiences or examples of how being a father has impacted your progress or work in the industry, and how you have been able to navigate those challenges?

Anyone else getting dark circles under eyes after having a kid? I’m the one who does night wakes (happy to as i WFH) but studies say lack of sleep doesn’t cause it (I doubt that). I wondered if any ot… more

My son is 20 months old and he still suck his thumb a lot. Especially in night time whenever he wakes up ,he just put thumb in mouth and goes back to sleep. Now thumb skin is turning pale. From past 1… more

I’ve heard from others than once their kids start going to daycares, they constantly catch some or the other infection and fall ill. We just started sending our little one to a daycare and she has alr… more

Curious how many people here have both partners in the marriage working full-time? We are strongly considering having my wife stay home to play a more active role in raising our kids. Despite the econ… more

How do you feel about posting photos or videos of your kids online? With our first we held off for a little while, maybe posting photos with their face obscured but after they got a bit older, we gave… more

They grow up so quick. Just a blink and they are halfway to adulthood

Fun Sunday question: at what age do you introduce your kids to Star Wars movies? And do you go chronologically?

Looking at houses. OK to take an 11 month old to an open house (strapped to me in a carrier)?

Hey folks. I have offers at McKinsey and BCG. Are either of these known for better wlb to those with kids? Goal is to climb to partnership, but I want to be a good parent along the way.

For Dads who became first time dads at 40+, how do you manage with the high energy expectations from this role at this age . Any tips

Anybody have a success story with couples counseling/therapy? I’d like to ask my wife to go, but I’m afraid that would just be kicking off the beginning of the end.

Hola fellow Dad’s - Quick Question - At what age did you take your kid to their first dentist appointment and when did your kid start brushing teeth regularly?

Quick question for those of you who chose whole life insurance policies to save for your child’s education. What policy value did you choose and what premium are you paying? I’m trying to figure out w… more