First Year Dad Podcast

TJ returns for the FINAL episode of the podcast, recapping the first year as a Dad, the experience of recording the podcast, and what is next in the Laessig household.

Christina joins the podcast one last time as we recap our first year as parents, and share some news about what's coming next - we bought a house and are moving to the suburbs! Follow TJ on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tj_laessig Follow TJ on X: https://twitter.com/tjlaessig

Liam is officially one year old! On this episode, TJ breaks down Liam's birthday party, baby presents, and Liam's first smash cake. Follow TJ on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tj_laessig Follow TJ on X: https://twitter.com/tjlaessig

As we approach Liam's first birthday, TJ breaks down his five favorite recent milestones for 11-month-old baby Liam. Follow TJ on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tj_laessig Follow TJ on X: https://twitter.com/tjlaessig

It's official - baby Liam is off to daycare, ending TJ's reign as a stay-at-home Dad. On this episode, TJ reflects on his 6 months staying at home, shares some of his favorite memories, and talks through the first week of daycare. Follow TJ on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tj_laessig Follow TJ on X: https://twitter.com/tjlaessig

TJ and Christina are fresh off a weekend away to Scottsdale, Arizona while baby Liam stayed overnight at his grandparents. On this episode, TJ breaks down why getting away for a few days is a win-win-win for all parties involved. Follow TJ on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tj_laessig Follow TJ on X: https://twitter.com/tjlaessig

After a crazy start to the year, we are coming off a more "normal" week in the Laessig household. TJ breaks down an update on his daily routine as a stay-at-home Dad and a new nighttime "game" the family is enjoying. Follow TJ on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tj_laessig Follow TJ on X: https://twitter.com/tjlaessig

After discussing the concept of "doing dangerous things carefully" on the last episode, Dad may have put in the jinx, because just two days later, poor baby Liam falls down the stairs. Follow TJ on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tj_laessig Follow TJ on X: https://twitter.com/tjlaessig

TJ breaks down different parenting styles as described on Google and shares his thoughts on the different styles, along with the concept of saying "no" to a child. Follow TJ on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tj_laessig Follow TJ on X: https://twitter.com/tjlaessig

TJ shares his potentially unconventional takes on technology, screen time, and everyone's favorite YouTuber - Miss Rachel. Follow TJ on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tj_laessig Follow TJ on X: https://twitter.com/tjlaessig

After a week of sickness which resulted in some sleep regression, it was time to get back to the basics - sleep training! TJ breaks down how to sleep train a baby using the "cry it out" method and shares some of his hot takes on babies, parenting, and sleep. Follow TJ on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tj_laessig Follow TJ on X: https://twitter.com/tjlaessig

We are off to a rough start to 2025 as TJ and baby Liam are both coming off a sickness. On this episode, TJ breaks down three tips and tricks for dealing with a sick baby. Follow TJ on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tj_laessig Follow TJ on X: https://twitter.com/tjlaessig

2024 has come to a close and we are on to 2025. On this episode, TJ reflects on the year that was and shares three of his core memories from the year 2024. Follow TJ on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tj_laessig Follow TJ on X: https://twitter.com/tjlaessig

TJ recaps the Holiday season and Liam's first Christmas. Follow TJ on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tj_laessig Follow TJ on X: https://twitter.com/tjlaessig

On this episode of the podcast, TJ walks through the daily routine for 9-month-old Liam. Follow TJ on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tj_laessig Follow TJ on X: https://twitter.com/tjlaessig 

On this episode of the podcast, TJ breaks down 5 recent milestones from baby Liam that he did next expect or see coming! Follow TJ on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tj_laessig Follow TJ on X: https://twitter.com/tjlaessig

We are back to the basics with some baby milestones, because Liam is officially crawling! On this episode of the podcast, TJ talks all things crawling, climbing, and preparing to baby-proof the house. Follow TJ on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tj_laessig Follow TJ on X: https://twitter.com/tjlaessig

It's a week of recovery in the Laessig household coming off the Cancun wedding trip. On this episode, TJ reflects back four years ago to December 2020 and tells the story of his first date with Christina. Follow TJ on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tj_laessig Follow TJ on X: https://twitter.com/tjlaessig

TJ and Christina are officially married! On this episode of the podcast, Christina Laessig(!) joins as a guest. They recap their destination wedding in Cancun, discuss flying on an airplane with an 8-month old baby, and share their favorite memories from the trip. Follow TJ on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tj_laessig Follow TJ on X: https://twitter.com/tjlaessig

On this episode of the podcast, TJ breaks down baby Liam's first Halloween! Follow TJ on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tj_laessig Follow TJ on X: https://twitter.com/tjlaessig

On this episode of the podcast, TJ shares 8-month baby Liam's first instances of stranger danger! Follow TJ on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tj_laessig Follow TJ on X: https://twitter.com/tjlaessig

On this episode of the podcast, TJ breaks down three exercises he uses on a daily basis to prepare baby Liam to crawl, stand, and walk in the near future! Follow TJ on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tj_laessig Follow TJ on X: https://twitter.com/tjlaessig

On this episode of the podcast, TJ walks through Liam's favorite toys, including several "toys" that are not intended to be toys for a baby! Follow TJ on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tj_laessig Follow TJ on X: https://twitter.com/tjlaessig

The fall season is in full swing and 7-month old Liam has been enjoying the great outdoors. On this episode of the podcast, TJ breaks down four ways to entertain an outdoor kid. Follow TJ on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tj_laessig Follow TJ on X: https://twitter.com/tjlaessig

On this episode, TJ breaks down the first month starting solid foods, including the purpose behind solids, the daily eating routine, and the specific foods baby Liam has tried so far. Follow TJ on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tj_laessig Follow TJ on X: https://twitter.com/tjlaessig