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[conversationswithleo]

Sometimes, the funniest possible thing you can do as a parent is stay quiet.

A while back, I was in the car with my 9yo son, without saying anything. Here’s how he chose to break the silence:

LEO: Hey Dad…let me tell you something about girls.

ME: Please!

LEO: If you let them lick it, they’re going to want to touch it. If you let them touch it, they’re going to want to hold it. And if you let them hold it, they’re NEVER going to want to let it go.

ME: …

LEO: …

ME: What…are you talking about Bud?

LEO (Like I’m an idiot) Lollipops.

I’m telling you, if I had a million writers working for a million years, I don’t think I’d ever come up with a bit that good.

[frenchraisins]

Grateful Dad #9: Unlimited Playtime - Dad On The Move - Family Travel Blog Philippines

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me when my dad tells me to watch the grill: DON'T LEAVE ME OUT HERE WITH THE MEAT, MAURY!

[hellsmouthcove]

i never posted this but it finally happened after soooo long. so funny to me

@deathatthechapel is the gentleman in the photo to the right of my father i took the photo teddy was also there :3

[dragxnfruiit]

and they’re so real for that ❤️

classic rock song youtube comments section is like girlblogging for wistful divorced dads

[kidznbaby]

mima iZi GO X1 Car Seat 🖤 Style and peace of mind for every ride 💕

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[manvchild]

Just in time for Father's Day! Six years ago, Abrams published my book "Man vs Child," a humor book for dads. Now I've re-published it in a new, revised edition. If you haven't picked up a copy, consider buying it! It's in paperback or Kindle in the new edition here: https://amzn.to/3qqjIe5

[forestpines]

At the top of the mountain #dadblog #cymru #wales #cwmbran #mynyddtwynglas (at Mynydd Twyn-glas) https://www.instagram.com/p/CNMZ8uaHSNR/?igshid=17bwpccd25z9

[reflectionsofanewdad]

Wednesday 13th January - When Only Mum Will Do

The feeling that sometimes there is absolutely nothing that you can do to calm the screaming little one is debilitating and exhausting. It taps into the anxiety that you are not the one that your child really needs, more a supporting actor who injects a healthy dose of fun and silliness but isn’t who the story is really about. It feels silly writing it, as well as narcissistic to a degree, but I feel it taps into some of the hardest things about being a father, and indeed any parent, the subjugation of your own needs for the benefit of another. My daughter has one particular frequency of shriek that digs deeply into my chest, as it translates as ‘get me my mummy right fucking now, I’ve had enough��. I’m not attempting to make universal assumptions about parental roles, but in our little bubble, I know that however important I am to her, I can never give her what she really desires more than anything, the comfort and warmth of her mother’s breast, accessing the symbiosis that cocooned her for nine months prior to her curtain call. I am not bitter about this, in fact I find the connection between my daughter and her mother deeply moving and affecting, rather I feel it’s important to note the psychological effect that I am noticing on me. I mentioned this to my dad, who is a psychotherapist, who told me that this feeling has been named ‘latent rejection’, something to do with the feeling of being on the outside, to a degree, of something truly magnificent, the bond between birth mother and child. I often observe my daughter staring into my partner’s eyes as she drinks from her breast, eyes wide and unblinking, the symbiotic bond between life-giver and life-receiver. I do feel an extremely close connection with my daughter, but it is forged through external actions and behaviours, very different from my partner, who actually grew her inside her own body, a fact that I still find magnificently mind-bending. Another thing my dad said to me that rings true is that the role of the non-birth partner, irrespective of gender I think, is to help the child negotiate the path looking outwards. Whereas the birth mother will nourish the baby from the inside-out, the partner must teach from the outside-in. This isn’t to say that the partner’s love is not coming from an emotional place, but rather that we must use outside stimulations to create connection. When I think of my own experience, this makes sense. I am always singing, dancing, pointing out objects out of the window, introducing her to toys I have named; just generally being active and taking my cues from the world around me. I do see my partner doing these things but to a lesser extent, with more time spent snuggled up together, a wordless connection imperceptibly flowing between mother and daughter. A beautiful thing. I am happy to be the eccentric wizard providing the fun and games, but I think its also important to acknowledge that there is sometimes a poignant loneliness that comes from being on the outside of the intensity of bond between my two true loves.

[conversationswithleo]

I’ve been creating word scrambles for my 10yo daughter and her friends to do at lunchtime. The other day, they pranked me by making one for me filled with impossibly spelled names of soccer players, so yesterday, I responded with this tongue-in-cheek puzzle.

But fellow parents, ladies and gentlemen of the jury, and Your Honor, PLEASE believe me when I assure you that the first answer was supposed to be BOWLING…

[frenchraisins]

"Let them explore"

Let them explore, let them get dirty. At times, let them fall and get hurt. Support them as they satisfy their curiosity. That way, they will grow up to be independent & strong.

Hindi sheltered, hindi entitled, but independent & may sariling disposition.

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my dad was amused by krypto the super dog so i got to tell him about streaky the super cat and comet the super horse. and of course beppo.

[apocalypsedaddy]

Building A New Website For The Apocalypse Daddy And Winning Gold At the Olympics

Building A New Website For The Apocalypse Daddy And Winning Gold At the Olympics

Just keep moving.

Alice is only four so it’s not time to fly the nest just yet.

Let’s up the stakes.

See if we can take on the world of parenting blogs, dad blogs and storytelling blogs. Create some kind of Minotaur. Part fluffy tales on the innocent and ephemeral beauty of childhood and the poetry and prose that goes with it, part blog on the resources, ideas and mental models you…

[manvchild]

NOW IN A REVISED SECOND EDITION

Man vs. Child is a funny, fresh take on the parenting guide, written from the dad’s perspective. It’s about the absurdity of being a dad today: from your blissful pre-baby days through when your kid is off at school, probably complaining about you. It’s a companion to help you through the hard times, like when you need something to read on the toilet and your phone is dead.

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NAMED ONE OF AMAZON’S BEST HUMOR BOOKS OF 2017

Balancing relatable humor with heartfelt advice, Man vs. Child will appeal to any dad looking for both laughs and real guidance from a man who has had–and survived–these experiences himself. A perfect Father’s Day gift or present for a first-time dad!

PRAISE FOR MAN VS. CHILD:

“Doug Moe has written a delightful and helpful book that gives real advice about the Wild West world of raising children.” - Amy Poehler, actress, comedian, and NYT bestselling author of Yes, Please

“Moe ‘describes the awed affection new fathers may have for their children with relatable humor and genuine insight, offering a promising resource for the curious and the clueless.’” - The New Yorker

“From tackling toddler meltdowns to bringing up baby in any conversation, comedian Doug Moe’s irreverent take on the absurdity of fatherhood is a refreshing read for new dads. It feels like you’re chatting with a friend who admittedly doesn’t know everything, but does know exactly what you’re going through.” - Pregnancy & Newborn Magazine

“Wow is it terrific – funny, smart, relatable, and actually filled with some very good tips, from handling sleepless nights for tips to get rid of your kids’ weird friends on playdates.” - Cool Mom Picks

“Yes, it’s just one man’s point of view, but we have a feeling your guy will find more than enough in common with this hilarious dad-in-training.” -PureWow

[thecoach09]

My favorite corner! Now time to do some writing... #writer #writersofinstagram #friday #inspiration #inspirational #dad #dadlife #dadblogger #dadblog #view #views #quiet #quiettime #quietthechaos https://www.instagram.com/p/B7JKd6WpYZZZt01-nQv-qRhueqToyc8dLRoOys0/?igshid=1p7pl10hkj156

[conversationswithleo]

Whenever my wife has evening conflicts, I miss her dearly…but maybe no time more so than tonight, when our kids spent a large portion of dinner trying to calculate the exact time they were conceived.