The most common complaint that I seem to hear from new parents is about all the advice they receive. While most are trying to be helpful, all the advice can be overwhelming, and even lead to you doubting yourself as a parent. This is especially true when coming from family. They know you well, and often, believe they know best. … Read More
Tips For a Successful First Trick or Treat
The First Trick or Treat You may be wondering if it’s a good idea or not to take your little one trick or treating in their first year of life. Don’t worry it’s a common thought, and one that varies widely in opinion. After doing some research here’s what we will be doing, and what we thought fits best for … Read More
Choosing the best Baby Monitor
A baby monitor is a very important purchase when you are getting ready for your newborn to arrive. The peace of mind a monitor can provide is invaluable. However, not all baby monitors are created equal. There are monitors that are only sound, some with video, and some with two-way voice. They come in many shapes, sizes, and prices. I … Read More
My Wife Isn’t Who I Married
I love my wife with everything that I have. If I said she was the same person I married, I’d be lying. To say things haven’t changed between us would be crazy. You see… my wife became a mom. That doesn’t mean she is a mom during daytime hours and wife the rest of the time. She is a mom … Read More
Best Products for your Newborn Baby
The world has literally thousands of gadgets and devices that are supposed to make caring for your newborn “easier”. While no one is saying this process is easy, it’s nice to have some help along the way. My wife and I recently experienced the newborn stage for the first time, and we put together a list of the things we … Read More
Dad’s Guide to Doctor Appointments
So, your wife is pregnant. She’s excited, you’re excited, and you have good reason to be. One of the biggest things people struggle with, or at least I did, was whether I needed to be at the baby appointments. We went back and forth for a while, trying to decide. Can I get work off? Do I need to be … Read More