Della's Dad

Salivating at the prospect of one day being a stay-at-home dad, this week we learn about the realities of being a stay at home parent from Tom, a father of two that's been doing just that. He's one incredibly thoughtful person and parent and the perfect guest to share his approach to parenting. Theme: “Check it out” by Mountaineer (via Uppbeat)

On a VERY special episode, Nik & Ace from the Steel City NFTeams Podcast join Della's Dad to talk about how many kids you should have and when to have them. Just one? Two? Three? Do you fill a complete starting lineup of a basketball team? With 5 kids between them - if this was SNL they'd jointly receive a jacket for entry to the five-timers club - they share their infinite wisdom on...

Dave in New York joins Della's Dad just 24 hours before his wife's scheduled c-section... we talk nerves and expectations plus Dave walks us through 'Vasa Previa' and the impacts of that condition and their IVF journey to here. It's real stuff. Theme: “Check it out” by Mountaineer (via Uppbeat)

Throwing out a quick solo episode to highlight the 10 most important or useful things you'll need for your first three months with baby... links below to the stuff I talk about: Love to dream sleepwear (Swaddles) Baby Björn Bouncer Bliss Nanit baby monitor Frida baby grooming kit Hushh compact sound machine  The Doona car seat / stroller SNOO smart sleeper DockATot Lalo play gym ubbi diaper p...

Paul in Denver joins Della's dad to talk about what it's like to raise his three kids a world away from family, from grandparents, from help, from free babysitters... also we discuss what it's like to fly with kids and the precious time we have with our young ones. Theme: “Check it out” by Mountaineer (via Uppbeat)

It's been quiet because Della has been keeping Dad very busy but Della's Dad is still here! Mark, the father of a 9 month old joins the show to help Adam unpack all the changes and new challenges that start to hit you at the three month mark. From sleep regression and sleep training to rolling over, moving around, needing stimulation when they can finally understand when you're not...

Spoiler alert... it doesn't get easier! Rhys just had his third kid and he joins the show to talk about some of the challenges that remain whether it's your first or your third kid... there's some not so glamorous stuff too like breast feeding and vasectomies...  plus we unearth our first dad of the year nominee with a trip to the emergency department. Resources: - "Save our sl...

At the two month mark, Della's Dad is joined by Rob from Chicago, father of a 1 year old to talk about that magical moment when your baby really starts to interact with you... plus missing out of social activities, starting on solids and good grandparent related advice Notes/Resources: What up with that (SNL) Private photo sharing app: Tiny Beans Baby tracking apps: Baby Connect  Cubtale Them...

At the six week mark, Della's Dad is joined by a fellow new dad, Jonny, father of a six month old boy. They compare notes on fussy newborns, time management and being present during the precious brief time our kids are so young. Products/Resources: The Wonder Weeks App Nanit baby monitor SNOO Baby bassinet  Dr. Brown's baby bottles Theme: “Check it out” by Mountaineer (via Uppbeat)

Part Two of our conversation with Dan from Michigan - we covered a lot of ground the other week so here's the rest of our chat which includes more birth stories and a mixture of good and bad advice... language warning. Theme: “Check it out” by Mountaineer (via Uppbeat)

Della is one month old! We're re-joined by Nik, fatherhood veteran, so Adam can cover the current state of Dad-ness four weeks into this journey. It's dominated by sleep deprivation battles, big time poos, bathing, singing and a little bit of raging against the machine. Products mentioned: The SNOO (newborn bassinet/crib) Love to Dream - Zip-up Swaddle (sleep sacks) The Cubtale app (to t...

After a dream start with a newborn, everything they tell you about started to happen with little baby Della in week three... the father of a two year old girl, Dan from Michigan, joins the show to remind Adam how to still enjoy it... this episode was aided by a few beers to end a long week for both Dads, so apologies in advance for it's loose nature ;) Theme: “Check it out” by Mountaineer (vi...

Robin, a father of an 18 month old, joins us from LA to talk Della's Dad through his second week with a newborn, discusses the return to work situation and shares his family's labor/birth story... plus a few laughs and as always some key tips and advice for parents to consider. Notes & Resources: BOOK: "Guide to your baby's first years" from the Mayo Clinic Medela brea...

Adam goes solo on this episode to do a deep dive into what the labor, hospital and delivery (birth) experience was for little baby Della. Listen in for some key tips and advice as well if you're about to go through it. Theme: “Check it out” by Mountaineer (via Uppbeat)

Della's Dad talks through the first week with a newborn baby girl and is joined by a veteran of fatherhood, Nik, father of 3, to digest those initial feelings and experiences plus offer some pearls of wisdom. Notes & Resources: Tresillian's Parent's Help Line (Australia) 1300 272 736 The Doona The Peanut ( Snuggle Me / Dock A Tot ) Theme: “Check it out” by Mountaineer (via Uppbe...

A new podcast that chronicles what it’s like to be a first time Dad and leans into the expertise and experience of other fathers... It’s a discussion about one dad raising his daughter and a tool for all parents out out there. Theme: “Check it out” by Mountaineer (via Uppbeat)