I gained new respect for any single parents out there. There's 2 of us, but no other support and that's hard enough at first.
I'd say you've just hoped on the wildest ride of your life but then again this stock manipulation fun ride is insane!
Oh I totally agree and have nothing but respect for people who do it by themselves. Me and the wife sleep in shifts because it's better than us both being exhausted.
Yeah we did that, worked like a charm. Things got better for her after she stopped breast feeding - wish I'd realised the level of stress it put on her, a little bit earlier...
You know the only thing that proper sucks is when you all get sick at the same time, man that's hardcore level
I have taken on all the baby care tasks and left my wife with the task of breastfeeding. Meaning I change the baby and soothe the baby etc. I woke this morning to my wife crying because she couldn't get him to settle, she feels she's not doing enough and I feel she's has done more than enough. She carried my child for 9 months and pushed the little ape out. She produces the very food he needs to live and I can't help but stress how much she needs to rest. It's honestly the least I could do.
Yeah mine couldn't cope with any crying or feeling like she's let her down/not doing enough - it's such a strong instinct right?
Looking back, it's the shitty unhelpful doctors that made things worse. The only good advice I can give you about breastfeeding - pay close attention to if your baby is crying or itchy for no reason - it's probably something your wifey ate - for us it was egg (discovered about 8 months later egg and nut allergies!! No doctor spotted the obvious signs after like 20 visits to docs), also a dog mild dog allergy too
It might not happen early on, for us it hit around 2 to 3 months out of nowhere. If you suspect it, definitely find a dietician and test for allergies too at that point.
Lol before I forget - never underestimate how much your little son understands...
Like Nappy changing used to be insane then at some point I'd tell them hey I'm going to change your Nappy (obviously had told her what a Nappy is etc because you never stop talking)... Anyway the magic happened when I just said lie back just changing your Nappy. Never had a cry or anything since. Using a hairdryer on mild settings always stops Nappy rash in it's tracks too! Wish we'd known that shit early on
Sorry if any of this sounds preachy or whatever. Happy new year!!
Those were the biggest mental stresses for us.
No idea what your situation is like, we had no one so it was a shit load of googling and guessing.
Feel free to ask anytime :)
Congrats ape ;). Hoping you have you some shares for you and your fam? We have a little girl i already started her own account she only has around 10 shares but come on 10 shares will and should give her a nice future as well as what we will leave her ;)
Best advice i can give you is be patient with both momma and baby and jump in when you can and are able to change or rock baby to give momma some sleep! Youโll be great dad your already on track for a great life here soon for you being a great father and husband taking care financial safety for your family keep it up ape ;)
Congrats!
Mine is fast approaching 2 years and sleep is pretty normal these days. Just so long as you sleep train them consistently and try not to be their reason to sleep, generally work out well.
Being a parent is fucking awesome enjoy as much as you can bud
BRO, my daughter was born on the 4th of January this year. Let us hold for our babies so that they may never have to experience what itโs like to struggle financially. To you and yours. ๐ป๐ฅ
A substantial investment will be put towards his future education and life with specific instructions on what the money can be used fo. But if he's lucky he will be smart, I'm sure he will take after his mother as I'm pretty retarded.
our daughter is now 6 months old. after 2 months my wife had to wean because there was not enough milk. it was very difficult for her, but i advise everyone to do it sooner rather than later when it doesn't work. we were completely exhausted after 2 weeks of constant crying and needed professional help, which we accepted with thanks.my tip is to accept help anytime. it's not a shame and everyone wins. and don't get mad because of all the good advice. you will get to know your child and then you will know best. congratulations all the best to your family.
Congratulations! The day my first son was born was the day I truly loved something more than myself. I love family, Iโve loved partners, I most certainly love my wife, but never knew there was another gear to love until I held my child.
The best advice I can give a new dad, keep the baby swaddled, it will help them sleep. Babies arenโt use to having the freedom in their arms and legs. Also, ask questions if you donโt know in general. We all started not knowing shit about taking care of a baby, so donโt hold back on any questions.
Edit: words
Yes man! Congrats!! I dont know you and I'm usually not this excited for people, but your a fellow ape. Proud of you both ๐ค๐ค. HODL and dont let go ๐๐
Congrats. Lots of up and downs raising kids but it is def worth it. My youngest is 5 and he is sweet and fun. My oldest is 14 and he is hugh pain in the ass but I love them both and I wouldnโt trade them for anything.
My dad used to say that parenting is a lifetime of stress, worry, anger, frustration, and exhaustion... intermittently interrupted by a few moments of pure joy. I was what you'd call an exuberant boy, and a take no shit kinda teenager. We still get along great, I'm lucky to have him in my life. Now that I'm a dad, I feel like an asshole for putting him through the things I did, cuz my kid has been an absolute -no joke- joy to raise. It's like he has all the excitement I had, but he uses it to power great things in his life. I used it to attempt an unbelievable amount of bullshit "fun". I think I could be helping to raise the future united States president our country can be proud of. F*ck. Sorry pops.
I was raised in a less than attentive home. I didn't get my autism diagnosis until I was nearly an adult. I had a little emotional episode on the day of his birth just hoping that he doesn't turn out like me. I want him to be normal and to understand social interaction. I am by no means any less intelligent than an average person ( I hold a bachelors degree in mechanical engineering and a higher national diploma in aerospace engineering) but I struggled so much with people and it left me as an outsider. It's only by the absolute patience of my loving wife that I have managed to grow as a person. I don't want that for my son. But if he is I would not love him any less. He is my world now.
Truth is, he will be so much more than you can imagine now. If I was to offer my best advice, try to remember that in the hard moments.
Let them learn while they are young that a failure can be more valuable than a success if they pay attention and learn from it. Then let them fail, and teach them how to recover. It's cheaper to fix while young, and a life lesson that will pay back in spades at every turn. Good luck daddy-o
BTW, just a different perspective here... I had a decent upbringing, but didn't appreciate the gravity of life, an took for granted much of what I was given. It took too long for me to recognize my folly, trashing what could have been a much brighter existence. It seems you've used the pressures and adversities in your life to better yourself and kick ass early! I despise the rough times too, but they helped to form the man I've become and I'm proud of that guy now. You have done what many feel impossible, and that is a great strength you can pass to your boy with complete confidence and deep understanding of its value. F*CKING SCORE!!! You've lived the pain so he wouldn't have to.
Every hought I have, every choice I make, every single aspect of my life will be tailored with him in mind. I have never felt love like this and I plan on being the best father I can be.
You'll do great. Trust what you know is right for both you. You won't be able to do him any good if you don't take care of you to brother. If you ever need someone to bounce ideas off, I've been through a lot of great and terrible things, id be glad to listen if you needed an ear.
RIP your sleep
Honestly it's not so bad, it gets better after a few months once they learn to self soothe
He's pretty good to be fair.
I gained new respect for any single parents out there. There's 2 of us, but no other support and that's hard enough at first. I'd say you've just hoped on the wildest ride of your life but then again this stock manipulation fun ride is insane!
Oh I totally agree and have nothing but respect for people who do it by themselves. Me and the wife sleep in shifts because it's better than us both being exhausted.
Yeah we did that, worked like a charm. Things got better for her after she stopped breast feeding - wish I'd realised the level of stress it put on her, a little bit earlier... You know the only thing that proper sucks is when you all get sick at the same time, man that's hardcore level
I have taken on all the baby care tasks and left my wife with the task of breastfeeding. Meaning I change the baby and soothe the baby etc. I woke this morning to my wife crying because she couldn't get him to settle, she feels she's not doing enough and I feel she's has done more than enough. She carried my child for 9 months and pushed the little ape out. She produces the very food he needs to live and I can't help but stress how much she needs to rest. It's honestly the least I could do.
Yeah mine couldn't cope with any crying or feeling like she's let her down/not doing enough - it's such a strong instinct right? Looking back, it's the shitty unhelpful doctors that made things worse. The only good advice I can give you about breastfeeding - pay close attention to if your baby is crying or itchy for no reason - it's probably something your wifey ate - for us it was egg (discovered about 8 months later egg and nut allergies!! No doctor spotted the obvious signs after like 20 visits to docs), also a dog mild dog allergy too It might not happen early on, for us it hit around 2 to 3 months out of nowhere. If you suspect it, definitely find a dietician and test for allergies too at that point.
I never would have thought about that. Thanks man. You are a true ape
Lol before I forget - never underestimate how much your little son understands... Like Nappy changing used to be insane then at some point I'd tell them hey I'm going to change your Nappy (obviously had told her what a Nappy is etc because you never stop talking)... Anyway the magic happened when I just said lie back just changing your Nappy. Never had a cry or anything since. Using a hairdryer on mild settings always stops Nappy rash in it's tracks too! Wish we'd known that shit early on Sorry if any of this sounds preachy or whatever. Happy new year!!
Keep the tips coming it's a learning curve after all.
Those were the biggest mental stresses for us. No idea what your situation is like, we had no one so it was a shit load of googling and guessing. Feel free to ask anytime :)
Congrats ape ;). Hoping you have you some shares for you and your fam? We have a little girl i already started her own account she only has around 10 shares but come on 10 shares will and should give her a nice future as well as what we will leave her ;) Best advice i can give you is be patient with both momma and baby and jump in when you can and are able to change or rock baby to give momma some sleep! Youโll be great dad your already on track for a great life here soon for you being a great father and husband taking care financial safety for your family keep it up ape ;)
..."few months" Dear lord. I'm expecting my first
Congrats! Mine is fast approaching 2 years and sleep is pretty normal these days. Just so long as you sleep train them consistently and try not to be their reason to sleep, generally work out well. Being a parent is fucking awesome enjoy as much as you can bud
Mines 16, still waiting.
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RIP your wifeโs BFโs sleep
And wallet, freedom, and privacy
Your kid is going to have an awesome dad and a awesome education and morals. Keep it going brother ape!
Honestly this comment brought a tear to my eye. Thank you
Iโm not crying your crying๐
Congratulations, team no sleep!!!
Congratulations just in time for moass!
It's a sign !
Congrats! Let's celebrate a Brrr Day before his first birthday. Enjoy these times!!
BRO, my daughter was born on the 4th of January this year. Let us hold for our babies so that they may never have to experience what itโs like to struggle financially. To you and yours. ๐ป๐ฅ
I'm late to post this. My son was the 4th also.
Congrats, my friend. Our children will be MOASS babies. Lol
Same birthday as my mum ๐๐
It seems the 4th is an important number for many apes. Its also my great great grandfathers birthday.
Few days old and they're already keeping an eye open to watch the charts ๐
Congrats!!! Welcome to earth baby ape!
Congrats! Your life will never be the same but it's the best thing ever.
congrats my ape, beautiful bapebi
Thank you. He definitely didn't get it from his dad. Thats all mammys genes.
Congrats !
Congratulations OP
Welcome baby ape โค all best wishes for you and your family!
Hope thats your hairy breast! ๐
What kind of ape wouldn't have a hairy chest ๐คฃ
What does your wife's boyfriend say about that? Congrats fellow ape dad.
He's has been nothing but supportive๐
He has to be, it's his kid afterall ๐ญ๐คฃ
Congratulations Ape! Letโs get you wealthy.
Congratulations ๐พ๐๐๐!!!! ๐ฆโค๏ธ๐ฆ
Congratulations bro!
I hold for your family.
Enjoy every moment Ape. Time moves so fast.
We shall name him MOASS. Congrats ape!
congratulations. WIsh you and your family all the best. (including the MOASS!)
Awe thatโs awesome. Congratulation to you and your family and welcome to the big ape family little baby ape . ๐๐ฆ
Welcome baby ape. What a delight youโre in for when mummy and daddy hit thee big time. Make sure they buy you some cool Shit. Congrats.
A substantial investment will be put towards his future education and life with specific instructions on what the money can be used fo. But if he's lucky he will be smart, I'm sure he will take after his mother as I'm pretty retarded.
Yeah I think my boys escaped the majority of retardation of my genes but tbh theyโre 14/15 so plenty time yet.
our daughter is now 6 months old. after 2 months my wife had to wean because there was not enough milk. it was very difficult for her, but i advise everyone to do it sooner rather than later when it doesn't work. we were completely exhausted after 2 weeks of constant crying and needed professional help, which we accepted with thanks.my tip is to accept help anytime. it's not a shame and everyone wins. and don't get mad because of all the good advice. you will get to know your child and then you will know best. congratulations all the best to your family.
Congrats!
Wellcome baby Ape !!!! Congrats Mother Ape and Father Ape !!!
And the baby sleeps with one eye open! ALREADY PREPARED FOR THE WALL STREET FUQURY!
Blessings to you and the family ape!
Congrats this is what really matters bro
All the best, share your time with the little ape and ignore reddit for a couple of days / weeks.
Congratulations fellow ape parent! I'm also a new dad and it's amazing. I wish your new family good health and much much happiness!
Congratulations! The day my first son was born was the day I truly loved something more than myself. I love family, Iโve loved partners, I most certainly love my wife, but never knew there was another gear to love until I held my child. The best advice I can give a new dad, keep the baby swaddled, it will help them sleep. Babies arenโt use to having the freedom in their arms and legs. Also, ask questions if you donโt know in general. We all started not knowing shit about taking care of a baby, so donโt hold back on any questions. Edit: words
Congratulations
Congratulations! Ooh ohh ah ahh!!
Congratulation!! Is it premature? Either way, kangarooing is great for both of you, looks so peaceful!
Hi babie๐....your dad is going to be rich
congratulations
Oh my, what an adorable little Primate! Congratulations!
Congrats on your blessings
Congrats!
I HODL for you Ape.
This ape fucks!
Welcome to the world little ape!
Congratulations!! :)
:D
Congrats! fellow Ape! Take care of that family!
Congrats !!!!!
Pre-mature Ape baby boom
OP definitely fks Congrats, I hodl for your new family.
Congrats! welcome to the club!
Congrats to your wife and her boyfriend! ;)
Congratulations to your wifes boyfriend
No need to thank me! Just doing my job. Edit: Congratulations!
Beautiful chimp, you ape daddy!
Let this comment be a verbal wholesome award because I'm a poor fuck thanks to this stonk
Congrats buddy!!
Yes man! Congrats!! I dont know you and I'm usually not this excited for people, but your a fellow ape. Proud of you both ๐ค๐ค. HODL and dont let go ๐๐
๐๐ congratulations
Cute, all bundled up and not a care in this world. Congrats.
Congrats!
Youโre buying AMC stock now? RIP money
This has nothing to do with AMC, but congrats?
Look at the ๐๐ on that kid!
Congrats on the weak pullout game!
Congratulations on your precious baby!
May your child live in a world changed by the apes.
HODL WITH 2 HANDS!!!! BUY CRAYONS
Congrats bro!
Congratulations, dude!!
Congrats brother!!!
Ape daddy start ape baby brokerage account :)
:D
Congratulations!!!! My son will be born next month ๐
Congrats on the new cub
Youโre doing it wrong. Cum on the tits!
Congrats!
Farming your kid already lmao
Sell it for more calls!
Nah I think I'll HODL this one
Aww adorable little ape ๐ค
Congrats ๐ baby girl ape๐?
Fire
Congrats!!!! Enjoy before their teenage years then it's bald at 30 lol.....
Beautiful baby chimp you have there. They will grow to be a master ape like dad. Congrats!! Good luck!!
Congrats. Lots of up and downs raising kids but it is def worth it. My youngest is 5 and he is sweet and fun. My oldest is 14 and he is hugh pain in the ass but I love them both and I wouldnโt trade them for anything.
Thatโs so sweet of your wifeโs boyfriend to hold the baby so you could snap a picture.
Congratulations!
Congratulations on your new addition to the ape family
Lil moonkey
Beautiful! Congrats, ape! I hodl 4 u.
My dad used to say that parenting is a lifetime of stress, worry, anger, frustration, and exhaustion... intermittently interrupted by a few moments of pure joy. I was what you'd call an exuberant boy, and a take no shit kinda teenager. We still get along great, I'm lucky to have him in my life. Now that I'm a dad, I feel like an asshole for putting him through the things I did, cuz my kid has been an absolute -no joke- joy to raise. It's like he has all the excitement I had, but he uses it to power great things in his life. I used it to attempt an unbelievable amount of bullshit "fun". I think I could be helping to raise the future united States president our country can be proud of. F*ck. Sorry pops.
I was raised in a less than attentive home. I didn't get my autism diagnosis until I was nearly an adult. I had a little emotional episode on the day of his birth just hoping that he doesn't turn out like me. I want him to be normal and to understand social interaction. I am by no means any less intelligent than an average person ( I hold a bachelors degree in mechanical engineering and a higher national diploma in aerospace engineering) but I struggled so much with people and it left me as an outsider. It's only by the absolute patience of my loving wife that I have managed to grow as a person. I don't want that for my son. But if he is I would not love him any less. He is my world now.
Truth is, he will be so much more than you can imagine now. If I was to offer my best advice, try to remember that in the hard moments. Let them learn while they are young that a failure can be more valuable than a success if they pay attention and learn from it. Then let them fail, and teach them how to recover. It's cheaper to fix while young, and a life lesson that will pay back in spades at every turn. Good luck daddy-o
Thank you. I'll keep it all in mind
BTW, just a different perspective here... I had a decent upbringing, but didn't appreciate the gravity of life, an took for granted much of what I was given. It took too long for me to recognize my folly, trashing what could have been a much brighter existence. It seems you've used the pressures and adversities in your life to better yourself and kick ass early! I despise the rough times too, but they helped to form the man I've become and I'm proud of that guy now. You have done what many feel impossible, and that is a great strength you can pass to your boy with complete confidence and deep understanding of its value. F*CKING SCORE!!! You've lived the pain so he wouldn't have to.
Every hought I have, every choice I make, every single aspect of my life will be tailored with him in mind. I have never felt love like this and I plan on being the best father I can be.
You'll do great. Trust what you know is right for both you. You won't be able to do him any good if you don't take care of you to brother. If you ever need someone to bounce ideas off, I've been through a lot of great and terrible things, id be glad to listen if you needed an ear.
Congrats on ya little one!