From Dude To Dad

Social media can be a not-so-ideal place for kids, so its on us to keep them safe and prepared. In this episode we talk about pro/cons of your kids being on social media and we talk about some things regarding YOUR social media accounts that you may have not considered.

Today we talk about the importance of taking the time to get photos and videos of your kids to record not just special occasions, but the everyday, candid moments. You'll wish you had them someday.  And in order to watch them someday, we discuss the best ways to archive them so they're available years from now.

When is it the right time for your child to get involved in sports? What are the pros and cons of involving your child in organized team sports? Well, give this episode a listen and find out.

Every Dad has things they wished they knew before their wife became pregnant and before their baby arrived. In this episode we share many of those things. Hopefully you can benefit from the wisdom of other Dads.

In this episode, Chris invites his wife Meredith into the studio to have a conversation about being a Mom and her insight on Dads and parenting.

From the get-go, your child is developing their own personality. You certainly impact that as well, but in this episode we talk about things you can do to cultivate and, if needed, curb certain tendencies to keep your kiddo on a healthy growth track. 

Cars + Kids = One of life's most nerve-wracking milestones. We discuss it here.

We take a break from kid talk this week to get into dealing with your neighbors. What do you do when the neighbor to your left or right - or behind you is less than friendly/considerate? We share some stories of crap neighbors and how to handle them.

If you ask a parent about co-sleeping, you're going to find some vastly different and strong opinions on the subject. In this episode we talk about what co-sleeping is and give you things to consider to decide if it's right for you and your significant other... and your baby.

When is the right time for your kid to start contributing to work around the house? To earn an allowance? We get into this and more in this episode.

Dads, this episode is all for you. We take a break from talking about kids and instead talk about the emerging NFT market. If you don't know what the hell an NFT is, we have you covered. Did you collect baseball, basketball or even Star Wars trading cards as a kid? If so, NFTs are the next evolution in collecting/trading. We talk about NBA Top Shot and how the NBA's entry into the NFT world is making hundreds of millions of dollars a month - and its early so you can get in on this too.

Play along at home as Chris puts Bryan on the hot seat and asks him questions about pregnancy. Remember the answers and impress your significant other with your deep knowledge.

Your baby is pretty freakin' adorable. You know what ISN'T adorable? Crying. Like, crying for 10 or 15 minutes is one thing, but crying for an hour or three... or longer can be maddening. This episode we talk about why your kid may be crying often and for so long - and how to investigate to narrow down the reason why.

They're going to happen. New kids mean a 100% increase in awkward moments. Chris and Bryan give personal examples and discuss being prepared for when your kids - or complete strangers - do or say the unexpected.

Here's another installment of stuff to help make your life easier or maybe just scratch that itch for a new gadget. Here are links to some of the items we discuss on the show.

A listener contacted us about severe pregnancy anxiety his wife is experiencing so we decided to make it an episode. Pregnancy anxiety is a real thing for many moms and dads-to-be. Here we discuss ways to deal with it and how to be supportive and helpful to your wife and what to do if the approaching due date or a previous miscarriage is causing anxiety for you and your partner.

Love it or hate it, Valentine's Day is almost here. Even if you write the day off as a "Hallmark holiday" that doesn't mean you can't do something nice for the woman you love, the mother of your children.

Chris and Bryan give their opinions on Valentine's Day and give several gift ideas, some of which are about as low-cost as you can get.

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We pick up right where the last episode left off. We talk about your remaining time in the hospital for the day or two after baby is born.  Then we get into taking your kid home and what the first several days are like as you get settled into your new life.

You've (hopefully) been preparing for months. You've been anticipating for longer. The day has arrived. 

It's delivery day, Daddy-O and you're about to meet your kiddo for the first time. Before you do, we walk you though how the experience may very well go for you. What is your role the day of? What should you and the Mom-to-be discuss BEFORE the big day? And last minute things you can do to be prepared and make it the best experience possible.

You're in the homestretch. Specifically, SHE'S in the homestretch, but you're on the team too, so in this episode we talk about what's going on in weeks 28-40. We talk about your kid's development during this time and your significant other's ever-changing body, mind and hormones before giving birth. 

We also discuss things you really should knock off your to-do list before your kiddo arrives.

You may not know what they are. You may roll your eyes when you hear them mentioned. Either way, Push Gifts and Babymoons are each their own thing and if the pregnant woman in your life thinks they're a thing, you'd be best served to get on board... or at least know a little more about them before entering into a conversation about them. We talk about Push Gifts and Babymoons, give ideas for each while, just maybe, rolling our own eyes occasionally.

You've thought about so many things in preparation for your kiddo to arrive. Have you thought about the classes you should take? Yep, school is in session and in this episode we talk about online and in-person classes for you and your wife. From classes that walk you through what your hospital stay and delivery will be like, to breathing and relaxation technique classes, to infant CPR classes (a must), and Daddy Boot Camps (helpful so get the eye-rolling out of the way and suck it up, man) there's a lot to consider. 

What is your role when it comes to the freakin' baby shower? Frankly, not much... stay out of the way for the most part, but hold on - you're not 100% free of some responsibility that day. In this episode we talk about what's probably going to be expected from you and why guys should actually be looking forward to the shower.

It's the name game! The time has come to start compiling a list of potential names for your kiddo. We talk about things to consider when narrowing down your options and processes to help you get there. Also, from experience, some things to avoid when finally deciding on that name your child will own for their entire life. No pressure. But don't screw it up.

You know to put the little plugs in the outlets, but what other measures do you need to take to baby-proof your home? We discuss everything a new dad needs to take care of before baby arrives and within several months of your child being born.

You're about to become a Dad. Maybe you already are one. The things you want to get done, the things you NEED to get done become more challenging once kids are part of the equation. In this episode we talk about how you can make some of the daily tasks, some of the time-consuming things in your life, easier with a little planning.

Checking in to the hospital to have your child is NOT like checking into a hotel. You absolutely want to preregister and have the details worked out long before you're due. We talk about how to preregister and how to scout the hospital in advance so you know where you're going the day of. We also discuss other things to plan for when the big day comes.

Let's also start talking about your Go Bag.

Whoever said "it's the journey, not the destination" didn't attempt to travel with small children. Traveling with kids isn't the most enjoyable experience in the world, but it doesn't have to be miserable. In this episode we discuss how to make it as bearable as possible... perhaps even semi-manageable.

You're in the midst of your pregnancy. You and your wife feel the urge to watch a movie to give you a peek into what parenthood will be like, or a comedy to alleviate the stresses of being pregnant. In this episode we throw a few suggestions your way that are worth checking out... and some you'd probably be best NOT to watch right about now.

Okay, you're in the second trimester and the body is certainly going through some changes at this point... and not just her body. In this episode we talk about sympathy weight many men put on and we discuss ways you and your wife can get in some good exercise to help her body feel better and frankly prepare for labor and beyond.

Also discussed are some dos and don'ts regarding food and excellent foods to help with your wife's nutrition and promote healthy development of your baby as well. 

Most likely, you know what an ultrasound is... kind of. You know it's taking a photo of your child in the womb. There's more to it than that. In this episode we talk about the science and the procedure of ultrasounds. So, take a listen, learn some stuff, then drop that knowledge on your wife (which she'll already know but will be impressed that YOU know).

It's time for another episode to talk favorite apps, hacks and gadgets/tech that you should check out.

Making time for "date nights" with your significant other isn't always as easy as it should be. It's easy for months (or longer) to go by without taking the time to focus on yourselves instead of your kid(s). In this episode we discuss the importance of making date nights a priority and taking advantage of the precious time you have left before your first baby arrives - and if you're already a parent, how to make it happen with there's so much going on in your life.