The Parenting Worry I Wish I Cast Aside A Lot Sooner

Are You Present Enough With Your Kids? ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ 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 [The Parenting Worry I Wish I Cast Aside A Lot Sooner, According To 12 Dads]( 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.]( [READ THIS STORY]( 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. FURTHER READING [Are You Present Enough With Your Kids?]( [What I Wish I Said To My Kids More Often When They Were Little]( [Always Too Hard On Yourself? Thy These Simple Exercises]( LIFE [Couples Fight During The Holidays Because They Forget To Have This Conversation]( Aligning on expectations allows for a happier holiday. [Do yourselves a big favor and set aside some time for the discussion.]( [READ THIS STORY]( SHOPPING [25 Holiday Gifts Under $25 For Everyone On Your List]( Whether you’re in search of a just-right stocking stuffer or something for that impossible-to-shop-for uncle, [these great gifts won’t break the bank.]( [READ THIS STORY]( STREAMING FAMILIES [The Two Most Underrated Streaming Services For Families Could Suddenly Get Way Cheaper]( It may be time [to update the streaming services you use.]( [READ THIS STORY]( SKIN-TO-SKIN [Yes, Preemies Need Skin-to-Skin Contact, Too]( A new study highlights the importance of skin-to-skin contact for premature newborns — [and the role dads have in kangaroo care](. [READ THIS STORY]( FATHERLY FAVORITES VOITED [Cloudtouch Indoor/Outdoor Blanket]( 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 Follow us on: [Want to Advertise With Us? Get in Touch.]( You're receiving this email because you signed up to receive communications from BDG Media. If you believe this has been sent to you in error, please safely [unsubscribe](. Or to manage preferences click [here]( BDG Media, Inc. · 315 Park Ave. South · New York, NY 10010 · USA Copyright 2023 BDG Media, Inc. All rights reserved.