Consulting Dads

What is the appropriate age to introduce video games to a child? Oldest is 6 and starting to ask more and more about them. Wife and I aren’t sure when we should give in

Anyone here riding a motorbike? Did you consider stopping when you became a dad?

Took the kids to see the Wild Robot today. Tearjerker and funny. Meant for moms but definitely a parental element overall.

My nanny just took a last minute mental health day today to process the election results. My wife and I will be working with a toddler today. I don’t get it.

Struggling right now bc my wife is 6 months pregnant, and we have a 3 year old. I do a lot to split the parenting load with her during the week, despite the fact that she works 20 hours and I work 50.… more

Getting CTLed as a parent really sucks. That’s it. That’s the tweet.

My 7 year old keeps getting holes in his black track suit pants that he wears to school (target brand). Is there a more durable brand you can recommend? I’m happy to pay a bit more. The outdoor shops … more

Any daily routines besides gym that help continue to look young for someone in mid 30s?

Any other dads in a marriage where your spouse openly hates you but you both feel pressured to stay together bc of finances and kids? Any tips for coping strategies? I’ve asked her to go to therapy… more

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Recommendation and feedback for a comfortable 3 row car? Not looking for something too expensive and would be open to a used car.

NOVA dads - anyone have a kid (delivery) at INOVA Alexandria? Curious about the experience and how they compare to VHC

My wife hates being a SAHM, wants to find new work, and is battling depression and anxiety (in therapy & on medication). She also hasn’t had time to find a job bc we don’t have help - still findin… more

My performance at work has significantly taken a dip post second child. 3 year and 2 month old. 100% wfh and wife is SAHM. I hear the madness outside my office and always jump out to help and each tim… more

Any tips for avoiding burn out? I'm quickly coming to the realization that the greatest financial risk for my family is if I burn out on the job (but it is difficult w/ 80-100 hr weeks and 3 kids … more

Tips on teaching your 5 yo kid to ride a bike? Can do with training wheels already...

Any tips for helping a sensitive kid be more confident and independent ? My daughter is 3.5 year old, and struggles with strangers or parties. She is perfectly playful in school and her known friends.… more

I’m feeling so exhausted. Partly bc of work. Partly because bath and bed have become a nightmarish battle with my 3 year old, and partly bc of family stress with my parents. I feel guilty bc I try to … more

Hi Everyone, how did you land your college internship ? Any advice for a rising Sophomore looking for one in Summer of 2025?

My son is searching for a Finance internship. Preferably Boston to New York … more

We have two kids (6g and 1b). My wife has been very harsh on our daughter lately. She’s constantly correcting her, which I know happens, but it’s the way she does it. She shouts at her, uses really ha… more

Dads what age did your little one stop walking on their toes?

How much life insurance do you have for yourself and how much are your premiums? It would be helpful to know your TC as well since they’re somewhat correlated. My TC is $300k and feel like $1.5M isn’t… more

Any 🐠 on here that send flowers/self care boxes to your wife on a subscription basis? I have to travel a lot the rest of the year and want to send something to her on a monthly basis to let her know … more

Does anyone in here dye their beards? If so, how do you keep the dye from getting on the mirror and sink? Simply applying Just for Men with the brush, I get specs everywhere.

How do you Dad's control anger?
Mine triggers me when he spills or doesn't eat food 😭

My 3 year old hits their newborn sibling constantly. Many times we can control it but sometimes we cannot. He goes for the head, which is terrifying. Has anyone else dealt with this? We try to explain… more

Need advice: good friends 40th is this weekend, and I have no idea what to get him.

One of the best humans I know. Has 2 young kids. Works for Gov. Loves Football. Have bought HR him solostoves, appli… more

Anyone never recover their relationship from the post partum phase? Partner and i are still trying 2 years on. Its a lot better but there is so much hurt and distance between the two of us. I dont kno… more

Any dads out there with wives who work a job where she is away for full days at a time? How does early child care work?

Alright Dad's need some planning help and tips.
Have a 4 yo and wife is pregnant with the second one and isn't keeping too well (nausea and fatigue etc). I have to be on dad duty and manage the… more

Anyone’s partner got a breast enlargement after kids? What was the process like physically and emotionally? What’s it like after and any regrets? Just clarifying it’s not my idea and while I guess it … more

I am at that stage in life where I asked for landscaping fabric and staples (and top soil and mulch) as my gift for Father’s day 😅

What are y’all doing for Father’s Day? This will be my somewhat legit first one, since we had our LO last year. My wife asked me what I wanted and I suggested a few hours away from home (alone), but s… more

My kid can open doors now. How do you toddler proof front doors? He figured out how to turn the deadbolt too.

Anyone invested in a cannabis dispensary? Is it a good idea?

Anyone here deal with a <2yo who hits and bites? How do we deal with this. He straight slapped the life out of mom this AM.

How do you unplug from work after hours and switch modes to “home mode”

Fellas, any ideas for Fathers’s Day gift for my Father in Law? I’m new to this and don’t want to over do or under do it either. Hoping for a few ideas so it can jumpstart my imagination

My wife and I have a 2 (almost 3) year old that is 110% boy. He loves rough play and has a ton of energy. I’m able to do that with him, but my wife doesn’t really bond with him that way. For the past … more

6 months in separate bedrooms. Went through stages of being sad, depressed, heartbroken and now, I think I’m just deeply offended. Tempted to drop the hammer.