Are You Present Enough With Your Kids?
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Dec. 19, 2023

Parenting is a nerve-jangling journey for all who embark on it. Expecting the unexpected and trying to be prepared for every possible scenario is a noble pursuit, but not entirely realistic. Or healthy. But it’s completely natural to fret too much about everything from benchmarks to baby proofing to personal expectations. But too much worry can consume a lot of time and energy.
LOOKING BACK
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The Parenting Worry I Wish I Cast Aside A Lot Sooner, According To 12 Dads ([link removed])

It's normal to worry as a parent. But it can also be a distraction. Here, a dozen dads reflect on those they wish they stopped fretting about sooner. ([link removed])
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The energy I was spending on trying to find the perfect toys for my son to play with could’ve been spent just…playing with my son.

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LIFE
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SHOPPING
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STREAMING FAMILIES
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SKIN-TO-SKIN
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FATHERLY FAVORITES
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VOITED
Cloudtouch Indoor/Outdoor Blanket ([link removed])
With a water-resistant exterior on one side and a fluffy fleece interior, the Cloudtouch is so comfortable that you’ll use it as much at home as you will on the road. Snaps on the edges allow it to transform into a single sleeping bag or fuse with another blanket to be used as a double bag. It also snaps into a hands-free cape for when you need to make coffee on those cold mornings.

$135

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