Welcome to Episode 32! Older dads Frank (56) and Carlo (57) are back after a brief hiatus. Frank's daughter, Baby Josie, is now seven and a half months old, and they kick off with a chaotic start as Carlo's arrival sends the baby into a crying fit!

In the "Book Report," the Gen X dads discuss a controversial article about parents filming their children crying for "clicks" (like the viral 'cheese challenge'). This leads to a funny debate on consent, privacy, and whether the baby advice to ask a baby's consent before changing a diaper is the ultimate parenting mistakes.

The big news in "I Was Wrong" is that Frank was actually right! Despite a recent scare and professional advice, Josie has been eating apples with no problem and has moved on to loving tomatoes and hummus as part of her baby led weaning. The episode ends with updates on Josie's developmental progress, including her new two bottom teeth and an unfortunate incident where she "thoroughly peed" on Frank, a classic moment of dad life that offers a reality check on being a dad. Tune in for honest fatherhood advice and trademark humor in life as they continue raising kids!

Chapter Markers:

• 0:00 - The Viral Cheese Challenge & Parental Consent

• 2:05 - Carlo's Arrival: The Baby Goes Berserk! 😱

• 3:50 - Book Report: Parents Who Exploit Crying Babies for Clicks

• 6:42 - Gourmet Cheese vs. American Singles: The Snob Dad Take

• 7:39 - Consent Diapers: Is the Smell Consent?

• 10:40 - The 'Just Not Kraft Singles' Takeaway

• 11:41 - I Was Right (They Were Wrong): The Apple Allergy

• 12:48 - Baby Josie's Favorite Foods: Tomatoes & Hummus

• 15:41 - The Scary Side of Baby Led Weaning

• 16:21 - I Was Wrong (Take Two): Carlo's Hair Apology

• 17:59 - What Just Happened: Developmental Leaps & Paternal Accidents

• 18:34 - The Last Cuddle: She Doesn't Want to Be Held Like That Anymore

• 21:26 - Two New Bottom Teeth! 🦷

• 22:55 - Tooth Check: Biting Dad's Septum

• 24:34 - I Got Soaked: The Diaper-Free Lap Incident

• 25:48 - Food Update: Eggs, Dairy, Wheat (and Cucidati Cookies)

• 28:30 - The Car Seat Poop Run

• 29:56 - The Coffee Shop Shame: Dad Alone, No Baby

• 32:39 - Poop Status: Goodbye Mustard, Hello Human Waste

Relevant Links Mentioned:

• The Guardian Online Article: "Parents who film their children crying for clicks should have a good look at themselves" (Rhiannon Lucy Coslet)

• https://tinyurl.com/Slappedwithasingle

• Paul DeLima Coffee: Store where Frank buys espresso beans.

• https://shop.delimacoffee.com/

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Welcome back to the second half of Episode 31 of the "Gray Hair & Daycare" podcast! Older dads Frank and Carlo continue their journey of raising kids in the face of escalating parenting mistakes and difficult decisions.

In "I Was Wrong," Frank clarifies his previous baby advice on baby led weaning, detailing the difference between the palmar and pincer grasp for feeding, and adding a note on spices (no salt or sugar, though!). The core of this episode is a frank discussion about a potential apple allergy scare and the difficulty of balancing his (more scientific) approach with his wife's (more cautious) instinct. This Gen X dads conversation explores the anxiety of being a dad and the pressure to not make a single mistake, offering valuable fatherhood tips on how to find alignment with your partner.

Frank also shares his birthday dinner at Delmonico's, where a charming old lady declared Josie highly intelligent, and reveals a "terrible" new product in the "Icopuca shopping cart cover" that features a phone holder for the baby. Despite the challenges, they reflect on the rewards of dad life, enjoying a family parish picnic and Josie's fascination with music. Tune in for honest fatherhood advice and humor in life from two older dads still learning the ropes!

Chapter Markers:

• 0:00 - The Back Half of 50s: Less Patience with Young People

• 2:48 - I Was Wrong: Pincer Grasp vs. Palmer Grasp

• 3:31 - You CAN Use Spices (Just Skip the Salt!)

• 3:52 - The Apple Allergy Showdown Begins

• 5:08 - The 48-Hour Allergy: A Scientific Challenge

• 6:48 - Alignment is Everything: A Marriage Discussion

• 8:29 - Allergies Come and Go (and Alcohol Allergies)

• 9:49 - The Fear of Being Wrong (And Cross-Pollinating Birch Trees)

• 10:41 - The PA Who Googled: Questionable Expertise

• 13:42 - The Stone Fruit Escape (Peaches are Safe!)

• 15:28 - Birthday Dinner: Delmonico's & the Astute Old Lady

• 18:21 - The Joy of Restaurant Return

• 18:48 - Short Ribs, Pumpkin Purée & the Hammy Baby

• 19:44 - The Icopuca Cart Cover: TV for Babies?

• 21:52 - Parish Picnic & the Cute Kids

• 23:25 - Holiday Catholics and the Struggle to Keep Going

• 29:39 - First Time Playing Guitar for Josie 🎸

• 31:47 - Josie Only Waited 6.5 Months for the Guitar Serenade

Relevant Links Mentioned:

• Delmonico's Steakhouse (Syracuse, NY):

https://tinyurl.com/DelmonicosSteakhouseSYR

• Icopuca Shopping Cart Cover for Baby:

https://tinyurl.com/Icopucacartseat

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Welcome back to the "Gray Hair & Daycare" podcast! Older dads Frank and Carlo kick off this episode with a near-disaster that highlights the dangers of modern kitchenware (the massive Stanley Cup) in their dad life. This Gen X dads duo gets real about aging, humor in life, and the stark contrast in customer service at Chick-fil-A.

In the book report segment, they discuss critical baby advice from a Psychology Today article, which reveals that 90% of brain development happens before age five. This underscores the importance of a parenting coach mindset and being responsive when raising kids. Frank shares an update on Baby Josie's (6.5 months old) rapid development, including sitting up unassisted, banging things together, and her ever-changing weight percentile. He also recounts a potential parenting mistakes moment at the pediatrician's office, where he questioned the possibility of an apple allergy being just sensitive baby skin. Tune in for practical fatherhood tips and more honest fatherhood advice from a man being a dad a little later in life!

Chapter Markers:

• 0:00 - The Stanley Cup Takedown: A Near-Death Experience

• 1:21 - Aging & "Sir": The Back Half of the 50s

• 3:06 - The Chick-fil-A Time Machine: Good Service is Weird

• 5:44 - The Ratchet of Culture: Why the Pendulum Never Swings Back

• 10:27 - Book Report: 90% of the Brain is Built by Five

• 14:00 - The Foundation is Key: Responsive Parenting

• 16:15 - Surfing on the Activity Center: Josie's Milestones

• 18:27 - What Just Happened: The Tug-of-War Baby

• 20:53 - Weight Watchers, Baby Edition (83rd for Height, 16th for Weight)

• 21:56 - The Apple Allergy Debate: Hives vs. Sweet Potato Smear

Relevant Links Mentioned:

• Stanley Cup Tankard Mug (Example):

https://tinyurl.com/Giant-Tankard

• Detroit Free Press / Yahoo News Article: Experts Sharing Why the First Five Years Are So Critical (Related research on 90% brain growth by age 5):

https://tinyurl.com/Brain-Development-Article

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Calling all older dads and Gen X dads! Frank and Carlo are back with more fatherhood advice and tips on being a dad in the second half of Episode 30. They finish their catch-up session with major baby advice and news from Josie, making for a truly memorable moment in dad life.

Get the scoop on baby Josie's first "Dada," the new favorite baby carrier, and the genius "baby led weaning" approach that has the dogs living their best lives. Frank also shares a story from his first family trip to the State Fair and reveals the hilarious and competitive Disney cruise "Jack Jack baby races" he's already planning for.

This episode is packed with essential fatherhood tips for raising kids and some laughs about common parenting mistakes. Listen in for both the emotional milestones and practical guidance from your favorite parenting coach duo, all with a healthy dose of humor in life! You won't want to miss it.

#GrayHairDaycare #GenXDad #GenBetaBaby #ParentingHumor #BabyLedWeaning #FirstWords #DisneyCruise #BabyRaces #DadLife

0:00 - Crash Test Daddy: Ergo Baby Carrier Review!

3:53 - A Papoose That Doesn't Make You Look Like a Papoose

7:05 - What Just Happened: Teething & Baby Led Weaning

8:52 - Boron Camellia Teething Drops: A Game Changer

9:57 - Baby Led Weaning: A Messy, But Effective Approach

11:51 - The Dogs' New Diet: Baby Led Weaning

16:22 - The Picky Eater Stain Treater

18:29 - First Trip to the State Fair 🐮

21:01 - Hand-Me-Downs Are the Best Downs

21:49 - First "Dada" & First Roll Over on the SAME DAY! ❤️

24:19 - Disney Cruise: The Jack Jack Baby Races

26:46 - The Mind of a Competitive Baby Racer

28:39 - A Bookcase for the Mouse Hole

30:07 - My Haircut Adventure: A Lesson in Dad-Zen 🧘‍♂️

Relevant Links Mentioned:

• Ergo Baby Omni Classic Baby Carrier: Available on Amazon for $134, it is a good option for babies from 7 to 45 pounds. The new model is more expensive but not necessarily better, according to Frank.

• https://ergobaby.com/omni-classic-midnight-blue?tw_source=google&tw_adid=&tw_campaign=17158690963&tw_kwdid=&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=17154282930&gbraid=0AAAAADk2sN2Wlc4KFnJxARO6yh1Op4hHN&gclid=Cj0KCQjw58PGBhCkARIsADbDilwf8nw8olaZ0wrG9wSa5eFaCB5eUJjgSyQyzNaU9OkFnzRt4D_U3v4aAp5PEALw_wcB

• Boiron Camellia Teething Drops: This product is available on Amazon for $10.52 and is a homeopathic medicine that helps with painful gums, irritability, and minor digestive upsets that can be associated with teething.

• https://www.amazon.com/Boiron-Camilia-Teething-Relief-Doses/dp/B08P38CLVC/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.OiuUVncyKyrzJ2mXwgDSSc0Rnu-LaBFOscPKYdyfd1AOJsCEZwIgHK8sETXWcX3JifhM_4-glXxowkplfS6sSNxUgX4d299rTwFWd_-PuCJ8lwDjJcX7IHLsficfG3wr3M9zSGTDRiZSolr_boOBQbvQhnps5exwajDNrFRKr_dCUaOI3IpWjm4rIaB7UF0DcOGHjRej3IIIvwjg92WJQZ0TM8k1lRC-NWATIHMsxJjeVwrr7aww4O4-A4mFFCTGGckVEjmFamBMvZXaycWUQwrHbWe4p_Een5V0egdc5AU.0PGr6a59ojcv9S1_WyOV1lis1fhvYBPwVlHkHjg6Xcs&dib_tag=se&hvadid=686284398409&hvdev=c&hvexpln=0&hvlocphy=9005083&hvnetw=g&hvocijid=9392825972875423864--&hvqmt=e&hvrand=9392825972875423864&hvtargid=kwd-870984545268&hydadcr=7662_13589736&keywords=camilia%2Bdrops%2Bfor%2Bteething&mcid=54409ce02cde3a46bfda5d0bbc610fe9&qid=1758561667&sr=8-1-spons&sp_csd=d2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9hdGY&th=1

• Solid Starts App: A subscription-based app ($99/year) that gives parents step-by-step guidance on baby led weaning, including suggestions, recipes, and how to introduce foods that might cause allergic reactions.

• https://solidstarts.com/?utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=google-ads&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=20751224597&gbraid=0AAAAAqMwPx6SS6zMI5VLSmfl1ykQ5_4eq&gclid=Cj0KCQjw58PGBhCkARIsADbDilynlaHGdzsU8LZ1eupaxLja2T-BOtEfuX-dAgnrWyq4xY93tQ07z1UaAvVXEALw_wcB&hcUrl=%2Fen-US

• Miss Mouth's Messy Eater Stain Treater: A stain remover that is a pre-treater for messy food stains, especially from things like carrots and sweet potatoes.

• https://www.amazon.com/stores/page/5D35C50E-4429-4B02-85C1-0F608DD6E4DC?aa_adgroupid=159870360694&aa_campaignid=21199340764&aa_creativeid=ad-696805705338_kwd-376350851894_dev-x_ext-&maas=maas_adg_api_585989782980515964_macro_1_36&ref_=aa_maas&gad_campaignid=21199340764&gbraid=0AAAAAobA0kyAy5XjV6dBYI-dh8qI7_8if&gclid=Cj0KCQjw58PGBhCkARIsADbDilwUd_s7DDBGk3mCQJLngAJnFYrWwir4svgkZGnbaSKDL2QeQlGNIJEaAiGwEALw_wcB

• Pottery Barn Kids/William Sonoma Bookcase: Frank built a bookcase from this brand for the nursery.

• https://www.potterybarnkids.com/products/cameron-standalone-bookrack/?catalogId=10&sku=5599728&cm_ven=PLA&cm_cat=Google&cm_pla=Furniture%20%3E%20Bookcases&cm_ite=5599728_14728146703_aud-1748045563153:pla-327533561682&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=14728146703&gbraid=0AAAAADqwyxxan_TrJmXk3eFY3dXM_4nNI&gclid=Cj0KCQjw58PGBhCkARIsADbDilwFOmBtdoD4fEM_5ac8cjyJ5jzW2WY2vDzW0uFwKZ5AJIFYwF2GE94aAkpjEALw_wcB

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Welcome back to "Gray Hair & Daycare," where Gen X dads Frank and Carlo navigate the wild world of dad life! This week, after battling some technical glitches, the duo celebrates Frank's 56th birthday. As older dads , they bring a wealth of experience and humor in life to a serious topic in their "Book Report": an article on raising kids to "think like a genius" in the age of AI. They dive into a lively debate about the future of education and employment, offering up some genuine fatherhood advice as they consider what's best for their families.

Later, in the "Silver Fox Mailbox," Frank asks the community for the best baby advice and tips for baby-proofing a house that's currently a collection of "fencing foils" and "machetes"—a true testament to the chaos of being a dad! This leads to a discussion on parenting mistakes they've made and lessons they've learned, all while trying to apply a practical "genius" model to their kids' lives. They're basically their own parenting coach for each other! Tune in for some real talk and actionable fatherhood tips that prove you're never too old to learn when you're in the trenches of modern parenting.

#GrayHairDaycare #GenXDad #OlderDads #DadLife #ParentingHumor #BabyProofing #AI #FutureOfEducation #Podcast

Chapter Markers:

0:00 - The Overheating Camera & The House of Danger

1:21 - Happy Birthday, Frankie! 🎂

1:59 - The Christmas Gift That Keeps on Giving

3:17 - Book Report: Raising a Genius in the Age of AI 🤖

7:58 - Human Genius vs. AI: The Da Vinci Model

10:12 - The Soulless Machine: A Faith-Based Debate

13:29 - AI's Accelerated Growth & Job Elimination

16:15 - The Future of Education: Will College Still Exist? 🎓

18:02 - Baby Led Weaning: A New Approach

19:42 - My Dad, The Human Vice

21:24 - Silver Fox Mailbox: Christine's High Fives 🙌

25:51 - The Worst Part of Parenting: The Mind Goes to the Bad Place

26:49 - Trina's Comment: The Dangers of Mr. Fun Guy

27:44 - Baby-Proofing the House of Swords 🗡️

Relevant Links Mentioned:

• How to teach a kid to think like a genius - Psychology Today

• https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-algorithmic-mind/202507/teaching-a-kid-to-think-like-a-genius

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This week on the podcast, Frank and Carlo are back with a look at the chaos that is dad life! They're sharing some hard-won fatherhood advice and covering everything from the Winnie the Pooh nursery project to a harrowing hornet attack on a stroller.

Join them as they discuss the day-to-day realities of being a dad , including a deep dive into baby advice for things like razor-sharp nails, non-stop drool, and the best teething hacks. Frank, a seasoned older dad who is also a certified parenting coach , recounts a near-disaster during Baby's First Trip to the Zoo and offers up some quick fatherhood tips on navigating those unexpected parenting moments.

They're not afraid to laugh at the rough parts, using humor in life to talk about their biggest parenting mistakes and what they've learned while raising kids in their Gen X dads style. You'll also get the full update on the magical mouse house Frank built into the nursery wall and a new "Book Report" that explains why kids love repetitive content. Tune in for laughs, near-disasters, and a whole lot of authentic "dadness"!

Chapter Markers:

0:00 - Baby Hair Updates: Bald and Beautiful! 🧑‍🦲

2:03 - Baby's Got Razor-Nails! 💅

3:29 - The Teething Saga: Drool & Pain 😥

5:21 - The Teething Tooth: A Whole New Look!

7:26 - Bald Sister, New Hair & Changing Eye Color

9:44 - The Best Teething Hack: Frozen Washcloths

12:54 - Hornet Attack & The Runaway Stroller 🐝

17:59 - Book Report: Why Kids Love Repetition

20:16 - The Bluey Phenomenon: Is It for the Parents?

22:44 - First Trip to the Zoo! 🦒

23:19 - First Boat Trip with the Mambo Baby Float 🚣‍♀️

26:13 - Nursery Updates: Painting & Pooh Bear! 🐻

29:12 - The Magical Mouse House: A Business Idea? 🐭

33:15 - Projector Hack for the Walls! 💡

34:55 - The Quest to Keep the Magic Alive ✨

Relevant Links Mentioned:

Mambo Baby Float: https://tinyurl.com/Mambobabyfloats

UPPAbaby Stroller: https://tinyurl.com/UppababyStrollerandcarrier

PopSci.com Article on Children's Repetitive Behavior:

https://tinyurl.com/PopularSciRepetitiveBehavior

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Ep 29 Part 1

The Vaccination Fadeaway: Older Dads Avoid Pain! #ParentingMistakes

Welcome back to the "Gray Hair & Daycare" podcast! Older dads Frank (55) and Carlo (56) kick off a new episode from their revamped (and technically challenged!) studio after a long summer break.

In "What Just Happened," Frank confesses a hilarious parenting mistakes moment at the pediatrician's office: actively trying to fade away during Baby Josie's vaccination to ensure she has no negative association with him. This honest fatherhood advice from Gen X dads highlights the constant learning curve of being a dad.

They dive into a brand new "Check Please" segment to update Baby Josie's expenditure account, revealing the surprisingly high cost of raising kids (averaging $500-$700 a month). Frank also shares a story of a recent DIY parenting coach challenge while painting the nursery, admitting that he probably would have quit if it weren't for his daughter. The segment "I Was Wrong" features an expansion on a previous compatibility theory, detailing three markers for a good relationship (horror movies, solo travel, and living on a boat).

Tune in for their thoughts on social media, political violence, and all the recent baby advice and milestones, including Josie's first party, gifts, and the ongoing saga of her changing sleep schedule. It's a hilarious look at dad life with plenty of fatherhood tips and humor in life!

Chapter Markers:

• 0:00 - The Pathetic Vaccination Fadeaway (AKA: The Anti-Comforting Dad)

• 1:24 - Studio Woes: Ice Packs on the Camera!

• 2:48 - Check Please: The Avalanche of Diapers!

• 4:32 - The Nursery Painting Project: Frank's Breaking Point

• 6:49 - I Was Wrong: The Three Compatibility Questions (Horror, Travel, Boats)

• 11:39 - Tiny Homes and RV Retirement Plans

• 13:58 - What Just Happened: The Second Round of Shots

• 16:32 - Dad's Worst Sound: The Crying You Can't Fix

• 18:29 - Starting Solid Foods & Baby Josie's Length

• 20:30 - Work/Life Balance: Kelly's Ramp-Up & Carrie's Role

• 21:58 - Uncle Mike's Visit: The Fatherly Validation I Needed

• 26:50 - The First Family Party: Hedgehogs & Community

• 29:35 - New Skill Unlocked: Banging & Double-Chin Grabs

Relevant Links Mentioned:

• Fisher-Price Hedgehog: Mentioned as a hit gift for Baby Josie

• https://tinyurl.com/Fisher-Price-Calming-Hedgehog

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The 12-Hour Sleep Goal & Diaper Diet Fails! #GenXDads #HumorInLife

Welcome back to the "Gray Hair & Daycare" podcast! In this episode, older dads Frank (55) and Carlo (56) catch up after a busy summer and Frank celebrates Baby Josie turning 18 weeks (four months) old. The Gen X dads dive into their current challenges and triumphs in raising kids.

In the "Book Report," Frank shares baby advice from the out-of-print book, The Baby Sleep Solution , which promises to teach babies to sleep 12 hours a night by 12 weeks. While they modified the program to better fit their dad life , the structure has been a helpful fatherhood tip.

Next, the guys update the infamous "Diaper Diet", revealing a new set of parenting mistakes in their weight loss competition. Frank admits that although they got closer to the goal, they did so by going the wrong way, as both he and his wife gained weight during a chaotic period of fast food and no exercise. This segment offers honest fatherhood advice and a little humor in life.

Finally, they open the "Silver Fox Mailbox" and discuss Baby Josie's developmental milestones, including batting, grasping, and her incredible progress, proving she's ahead of the curve in vocalization and social engagement. Frank confesses his ultimate project for being a dad: designing and building a whimsical outdoor castle playhouse!

Chapter Markers:

• 0:00 - The Castle Playhouse: A Big Boy's DIY Project

• 1:33 - Baby Josie is 18 Weeks Old! (And Loves Cuban Beats)

• 4:51 - Book Report: The 12-Hour Sleep Solution

• 9:16 - Five Rattles Worth of Sleep Advice (No Drugs or Alcohol!)

• 11:15 - Diaper Diet Update: We Went the Wrong Way!

• 13:58 - The Fast Food Frenzy & Finding Time to Grill

• 16:32 - The Math Game: Older Dads and the 18-Year Wait

• 20:30 - Silver Fox Mailbox: Our Persistent Podcast Promoter

• 22:56 - The Top 10 TV Dads (Shoutout to Herman Munster)

• 25:06 - CDC Milestones: Batting, Grasping, and Worry

• 27:38 - Mom's Anxiety and the Ramping Up for Work

• 30:26 - The Ultimate Dad Life Project: A Whimsical Castle!

Relevant Links Mentioned:

• The Baby Sleep Solution: A Proven Program to Teach Your Baby to Sleep 12 Hours a Night (by Susie Giordano)

• https://tinyurl.com/The-Baby-Sleep-Solution-Book

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The Fatherhood Filter: Be Your Real Self! #GenXDads #ParentingCoach

Welcome back to the "Gray Hair & Daycare" podcast! Older dads Frank (55) and Carlo (56) discuss the big changes as Kelly prepares to go back to work and Baby Josie turns three months old. This episode is packed with fatherhood advice and humor in life as the Gen X dads navigate raising kids.

In "Book Report," Frank shares five simple rules for raising kids successfully, including the rule to "Be your real self, not your ideal self," allowing children to see the full range of emotions. This segment offers practical fatherhood tips on trusting instinct over social media baby advice and the value of cultural family knowledge.

In "What Just Happened," Frank recounts a visit from his sister Lucille, which exposed the vastly different childhoods he and his siblings had with their father. The segment is filled with new project updates, including Frank's commitment to being a dad by wiring hot air balloon light fixtures, creating a whimsical nature path to a pond, and building a secret mouse house in the nursery wall. Finally, "Check Please" updates the baby's expenses, revealing the ongoing cost of diapers and the price of French onesies! This episode is a great guide for any parenting coach looking for real-world scenarios.

Chapter Markers:

• 0:00 - Josie is 3 Months Old & Kelly is Going Back to Work

• 2:48 - Book Report: 5 Rules to Raise Highly Successful Kids

• 6:31 - Rule 1: Follow Your Instincts, Not Influencers

• 8:54 - Rule 2: Follow Your Culture, Not Clickbait

• 10:04 - Rule 3: Follow Your Kid, Not the Crowd

• 13:21 - Rule 5: Be Your Real Self, Not Your Ideal Self (The Full Menu)

• 15:43 - What Just Happened: The Invisible Dad vs. The Slave-Driving Dad

• 20:00 - Nursery DIY: Wiring in the Hot Air Balloons

• 21:00 - The Whimsical Forest Path to the Pond

• 24:34 - Firsts: Green Lakes, Dinner Out & The Boat

• 26:24 - The Caregiver: Family Help Swoops In to Save Frank

• 30:00 - The Childcare Bill of Goods: Career vs. Being a Dad

• 32:56 - Are All Babies This Happy? (The Crying Baby Subreddit)

• 34:25 - Check Please: Fanny Roulette & French Onesies

• 36:58 - The Mouse Hole: A 1/24th Scale Magical Log Cabin

Relevant Links Mentioned:

• CNBC Website Article (Matilda Ross): "Five simple rules for raising successful kids".

• https://tinyurl.com/CNBC-5-Rules-Article

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Welcome back to "Gray Hair & Daycare: Gen X Dad, Gen Beta Baby"! In this episode, Frank tackles the inevitable: baby spit-up in the car seat! Learn how to "field strip" your car seat for a deep clean – a must-watch for any new parent! We also share listener feedback, discuss the podcast's new name, and celebrate baby Josie's latest milestones, including her impending "eye roll" and mastering flirtation! Plus, discover why Gen X dads are secretly hoping for five-star reviews! #GrayHairDaycare #GenXDad #GenBetaBaby #ParentingHumor #BabyGear #CarSeatCleaning #NewParents #DadLife #BabySpitUp

Chapter Markers:

• 0:00 - Scary Movies: A Couple's Litmus Test

• 3:43 - Josie's 12-Week Update: Growing So Fast!

• 6:55 - Silver Fox Mailbox: Listener Love & Ticklish Feet

• 8:14 - Christine's Wisdom: Frank Time, Couple Time, Family Time

• 14:03 - The "Gulag" Play Yard & AI Recommendations

• 16:08 - Podcast Name Change Reveal! (It's a mouthful)

• 19:03 - Five-Star Reviews: Our Secret Obsession

• 22:11 - I Was Wrong: The Spit-Up Saga

• 27:24 - Crash Test Daddy: Field Strip Your Car Seat!

• 37:15 - Post-Vaccination Grumpiness & Hernia Woes

• 39:13 - Silver Rattles & Family Visits

• 46:05 - Josie's Personality & Impending Eye Roll

• 53:01 - Nursery Procrastination Pays Off!

Links to Products/Services Mentioned:

• UPPAbaby Mesa V2 Car Seat: https://uppababy.com/car-seats

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