Dad Life· 2 min read
Enjoying the Smiles
The smiles are intentional now, and I have stopped overthinking what they mean. I am simply enjoying them while they last.
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Honest stories, lessons and everyday moments from the journey of fatherhood - covering the joys, challenges, growth and memories that come with being a dad.
Dad Life· 4 min read
When Comfort Is All You Can Offer: Gripe, Vaccine Days and a Fussy Newborn
Some days with a newborn are filled with smiles and quiet moments. Others involve gripe, vaccinations, crying and the helpless feeling of not being able to fix everything. As a first-time dad, I am learning that sometimes being present is the most important comfort I can offer.
Dad Life· 2 min read
The Smile That Felt Different: 37 Days as a father
A new father reflects on his 37-day-old daughter’s growing awareness, her first sustained smile, her curiosity about faces and the changing cries that are helping her parents understand her needs.
Dad Life· 2 min read
Becoming Her Dad: The Beginning of a New Journey
Becoming a first-time dad has brought joy, responsibility, and an entirely new perspective on life. As I begin this journey with my daughter, I am learning that fatherhood is about being present, growing and setting the right example.