Paternity leave comes sparingly at most places of employment in the U.S. A lucky new father can get up to two weeks, in my employment experience that is on the high end unfortunately. I took a week’s off in total. My wife went into labor on a Monday and I went into work the following Monday. I used precious vacation … Read More
Night Time Routine for 8-12 Month Babies
Night Time Routine Any article you read will recommend getting your baby into a routine. Whether it’s a feeding schedule or a nap schedule, a routine is very important. I have read plenty about when I should put my baby to bed at night, when to wake them up, etc.… However, I don’t read a lot about what these routines … Read More
Baby Advice You Can Ignore
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
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
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
Interacting with Baby (6 Weeks)
Interacting with baby is a new experience at all times, here is how my typical day goes. I get home from work at 3:40 P.M. almost every day. Coincidentally my daughter starts screaming at 3:45 P.M. Every. Day. Many men, including myself came to believe they were causing this sudden uproar or that their child didn’t like them. However, you … Read More