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Putting the Phone Down
I’ve talked about this before, and I recently realized something. I am guilty of not putting my phone down enough. On a couple of days off last week, I spent quality time with my son: hiking, taking him to the park, eating at restaurants, playing with his toys, and just chilling on the couch. Yes,…
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The Dreaded Plane Ride!
Whether you enjoy flying or not, be prepared- well, extra, extra prepared- for what flying with a toddler entails. Our kiddo took his first flight at 10 months old. He flew again around 15 or 16 months old when we went to Hawaii. While those trips were challenging, they paled in comparison to flying with…
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My Toddler Wanted to be carried
Hey fans! We are back from our Europe trip. Actually, we have been back for a week now, but I’ve been busy with work for the last several days. An interesting thing I noticed while we were recently in Europe was that our toddler wanted us to carry him pretty much all the time. I…
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On Vacation
Hey Everyone! Sorry I haven’t posted in a while. We have been on vacation in Europe, having a good time. We will be back next week. Will give you all some updates and insights on traveling with a toddler when we’re back. It’s fun but definitely not for the faint of heart.
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Should You Take Advice from Other Dads?
There are many books, articles, blog posts, and experts out there, all of which can provide a wealth of knowledge. However, there are some things you won’t fully grasp without experience, whether it’s your own, or someone else’s. The question is: should you take advice from other dads? Yes, you absolutely should. Experienced fathers can…
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Stay in Shape, Dads!
Imagine looking in the mirror and seeing someone who is fit. Not necessarily buff, but that’s good too. I mean being in shape, feeling good, and being happy with what you see. If you can look in the mirror and be happy with what’s looking back at you, it’s definitely a great feeling. However, staying…
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Something I Observed at the Park
This morning, I took my son to the park. We ran around, climbed, and played on the equipment. As always, it was a ton of fun. At one point, I noticed a couple of other kids playing with someone who looked like their grandma. A few minutes later, a man showed up, and it was…
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The First Time he Used Chopsticks
This moment is from a few days ago. I had worked an 11-hour shift at the hospital. It wasn’t too crazy, but definitely a tiring day, both mentally and physically. The easiest thing to do was to go home, eat something quickly, and then crash out on the bed. However, I’d been aching to do…
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Being Prepared in the Delivery Room
Obviously, the main people to worry about in the delivery room are the mother and, once they are born, the baby. In this post, I’ll focus on what the dad needs in the delivery room. You will likely be at the hospital or birthing center for several days, so it’s imperative to be prepared. Remember,…