The Irish Envy Dad Thread

[Irish#1]

No fuck trophies here!....at least that I know of. 🙄🤣

Time is going nice and slow.

While some will say they get it, those without kids really don’t get it until they have one of their own. Same with G-kids.

 

[Jimmy3Putt]

While some will say they get it, those without kids really don’t get it until they have one of their own. Same with G-kids.

I was pretty indifferent about kids when I was in my early 20's. After seeing my first born I realized what true love was and it made me a better person. Somehow I loved my wife, parents, family, and friends even more. The crazy thing is, the amount I love I felt for my kids at birth pales in comparison to how I feel now. Somehow the love gets stronger the longer they're around.

 

[IrishBryan77]

While some will say they get it, those without kids really don’t get it until they have one of their own. Same with G-kids.

I do kind of get it. I'm a cool uncle. They grew up pretty darn quick.

 

[IrishBryan77]

I've said it before and abstained when folks get married....

Kids are the absolute best and that love lasts forever. My soft spot!!

Wives come and go.

I do like kids. I just never wanted any. I like them in moderation. 🤣

 

[Irish#1]

I do kind of get it. I'm a cool uncle. They grew up pretty darn quick.

Not trying to be argumentative, but being a cool uncle isn’t being a parent. When it’s your own creation and their wellbeing is dependent on your decisions it changes your perspective. It’s okay if someone doesn’t want to have kids. It does have its advantages. Lol

 

[IrishBryan77]

Not trying to be argumentative, but being a cool uncle isn’t being a parent. When it’s your own creation and their wellbeing is dependent on your decisions it changes your perspective. It’s okay if someone doesn’t want to have kids. It does have its advantages. Lol

I didn't think you were bing that way at all. I appreciate your opinion and view points as a parent. I really have no right to say anything really. King of like "if ya don't vote ya can't complain" 🤣

 

[Some Irish Bloke]

We are battling our first stomach virus with our 10 mo. old. Poor dude can't keep any food down. 24 hours now...we were told to just keep trying with small bottles (~ 2-4 oz) and keep up with the Pedialyte to avoid dehydration. Thankfully he seems to really enjoy that stuff.

Having a sick kid sucks. Makes me wish I was John Coffey from Green Mile and I could just take his pain away and absorb it myself.

 

[ndfanatic78]

Hey guys, I’ve been really avoiding doing this but could use some prayers and support. I lost the mother of my 7 month old a couple weeks ago and we have been working through it. It’s rather tragic and I’m not going to go into that part, but I loved her very much although we weren’t together anymore. Any prayers and loving energy would awesome. Although we are going to be ok we are in for a long journey of healing.

Love this board. It is my greatest distraction from everyday life.

Also any advice from single dads out there is greatly appreciated.

 

[Some Irish Bloke]

Hey guys, I’ve been really avoiding doing this but could use some prayers and support. I lost the mother of my 7 month old a couple weeks ago and we have been working through it. It’s rather tragic and I’m not going to go into that part, but I loved her very much although we weren’t together anymore. Any prayers and loving energy would awesome. Although we are going to be ok we are in for a long journey of healing.

Love this board. It is my greatest distraction from everyday life.

Also any advice from single dads out there is greatly appreciated.

Sorry to hear that man. I can't even imagine. Will certainly be keeping you and your little one in my prayers.

 

[ndfanatic78]

Sorry to hear that man. I can't even imagine. Will certainly be keeping you and your little one in my prayers.

His name is Bron. It’s very very appreciated.

Side note his mother named him after the Led Zepplin song Bron-y-aur stomp. It’s a rather hidden gem of theirs that is now my favorite all time song by them.

 

[GrangerIrish24]

Kids don't make time go faster, they make you realize that it's passed.

Jesus. Why did you have to get me all emotional?

 

[ndfanatic78]

We are battling our first stomach virus with our 10 mo. old. Poor dude can't keep any food down. 24 hours now...we were told to just keep trying with small bottles (~ 2-4 oz) and keep up with the Pedialyte to avoid dehydration. Thankfully he seems to really enjoy that stuff.

Having a sick kid sucks. Makes me wish I was John Coffey from Green Mile and I could just take his pain away and absorb it myself.

So how could you tell he was sick beyond just his fussiness? Did he have a temperature or other symptoms? That’s my biggest fear that my boy would be sick and I just mistake it for him having an off day.

 

[NDLS_USMC]

Hey guys, I’ve been really avoiding doing this but could use some prayers and support. I lost the mother of my 7 month old a couple weeks ago and we have been working through it. It’s rather tragic and I’m not going to go into that part, but I loved her very much although we weren’t together anymore. Any prayers and loving energy would awesome. Although we are going to be ok we are in for a long journey of healing.

Love this board. It is my greatest distraction from everyday life.

Also any advice from single dads out there is greatly appreciated.

You, Bron and your family will be in our family prayers tonight. May his mom's soul rest in Eternal Peace.

 

[BleedBlueGold]

Hey guys, I’ve been really avoiding doing this but could use some prayers and support. I lost the mother of my 7 month old a couple weeks ago and we have been working through it. It’s rather tragic and I’m not going to go into that part, but I loved her very much although we weren’t together anymore. Any prayers and loving energy would awesome. Although we are going to be ok we are in for a long journey of healing.

Love this board. It is my greatest distraction from everyday life.

Also any advice from single dads out there is greatly appreciated.

Very sorry for your loss. Prayers to you.

 

[Some Irish Bloke]

So how could you tell he was sick beyond just his fussiness? Did he have a temperature or other symptoms? That’s my biggest fear that my boy would be sick and I just mistake it for him having an off day.

Honestly he has been fine in between puking up whatever is in his stomach. Everything was good all weekend until yesterday morning. He usually gets 8oz bottles 4x a day with solid foods in between about 1.5-2 hours after his morning and afternoon bottles.

Well he yacked everywhere yesterday morning; we thought maybe we over fed him. Took him to church...threw up during the gospel reading 1 hour later so we knew something was up and took off. Tried another bottle, only ate half (not like him) and then he puked 2 more times.

Pediatrician said stomach viruses are going around like crazy right now. He's honestly in good spirits, his stomach just won't keep anything down rn. She said it's a 24-48 hour thing 99% of the time. Biggest thing is to avoid dehydration.

Best advice I can give you is to just always err on the side of caution. If you are worried, don't be shy to seek medical help. I know our pediatrician offers online help too, for non-emergency questions. Don't worry about being the over paranoid parent. my wife thought we were being crazy or silly to bring our boy in this morning, but then he puked up the 6 oz he ate this earlier this morning while we were there, and we got some really good advice from our doc. Better to be safe than sorry.

 

[NDohio]

Hey guys, I’ve been really avoiding doing this but could use some prayers and support. I lost the mother of my 7 month old a couple weeks ago and we have been working through it. It’s rather tragic and I’m not going to go into that part, but I loved her very much although we weren’t together anymore. Any prayers and loving energy would awesome. Although we are going to be ok we are in for a long journey of healing.

Love this board. It is my greatest distraction from everyday life.

Also any advice from single dads out there is greatly appreciated.

This was probably difficult to share. Sorry for your loss and will definitely be keeping you in my prayers.

Not a single father, but my advice would be to find some sort of support group in your area. Don’t think you have to do this all alone.

There are people out there that would love to be a helpful hand to you - do not be afraid to ask for it.

 

[Jiggafini19Deux]

I Really needed this.

 

[Jimmy3Putt]

Jesus. Why did you have to get me all emotional?

Sorry bud. I’m deep while intoxicated.

 

[Some Irish Bloke]

I Really needed this.

I've seen this so many times on my socials and watch it every time. Doesn't get old.

 

[GrangerIrish24]

Sorry bud. I’m deep while intoxicated.

At my birthday party, one of my twins told a buddy of mine that he really wants to run our family’s business and be like his daddy…..

Two things I took away.
1. I can tear up pretty easily after several old fashions.
2. My son is a bad judge of character

 

[FU BK]

Hey guys, I’ve been really avoiding doing this but could use some prayers and support. I lost the mother of my 7 month old a couple weeks ago and we have been working through it. It’s rather tragic and I’m not going to go into that part, but I loved her very much although we weren’t together anymore. Any prayers and loving energy would awesome. Although we are going to be ok we are in for a long journey of healing.

Love this board. It is my greatest distraction from everyday life.

Also any advice from single dads out there is greatly appreciated.

Will keep you, Bron and family in prayers. As someone else stated....a support group could be very helpful. We did one while daughter was down at Riley, and still talk to a few of the couples still today. There are some amazing people that can help you get through this. Not a single dad, but always be there for your son. Let any woman in the future know that he is your #1 priority in life and that is non negotiable. If they cant accept that, to hell with them.

 

[IrishBryan77]

At my birthday party, one of my twins told a buddy of mine that he really wants to run our family’s business and be like his daddy…..

Two things I took away.
1. I can tear up pretty easily after several old fashions.
2. My son is a bad judge of character

One great lesson I learned in life .....never.....EVER mix whiskey and a Doobie.

NOT good. 🙄

 

[fightingirish26]

One great lesson I learned in life .....never.....EVER mix whiskey and a Doobie.

NOT good. 🙄

Skill issue

 

[IrishBryan77]

Skill issue

Bruh ...I failed completely

 

[Polish Leppy 22]

We are battling our first stomach virus with our 10 mo. old. Poor dude can't keep any food down. 24 hours now...we were told to just keep trying with small bottles (~ 2-4 oz) and keep up with the Pedialyte to avoid dehydration. Thankfully he seems to really enjoy that stuff.

Having a sick kid sucks. Makes me wish I was John Coffey from Green Mile and I could just take his pain away and absorb it myself.

Last fall both my kids (at that time 1 and 2) got hand foot mouth within the same week. It wasn't the worst week of my life, but the most physically and mentally challenging since my wife and I both work full time.

For your boy, Pedialyte is all you can do. Stomach bug won't last more than 2-3 days. Until then, just make sure he's getting wet diapers and not running a fever.

 

[Jimmy3Putt]

One great lesson I learned in life .....never.....EVER mix whiskey and a Doobie.

NOT good. 🙄

Depends on the order you do them.

 

[NDdomer2]

Hey guys, I’ve been really avoiding doing this but could use some prayers and support. I lost the mother of my 7 month old a couple weeks ago and we have been working through it. It’s rather tragic and I’m not going to go into that part, but I loved her very much although we weren’t together anymore. Any prayers and loving energy would awesome. Although we are going to be ok we are in for a long journey of healing.

Love this board. It is my greatest distraction from everyday life.

Also any advice from single dads out there is greatly appreciated.

Just try and remember that every now and then your child will need the love of a woman or in other words compassion, patience, listening only.

As guys we try and solve and power through. There may be times you just need to hold and console.

 

[Some Irish Bloke]

Last fall both my kids (at that time 1 and 2) got hand foot mouth within the same week. It wasn't the worst week of my life, but the most physically and mentally challenging since my wife and I both work full time.

For your boy, Pedialyte is all you can do. Stomach bug won't last more than 2-3 days. Until then, just make sure he's getting wet diapers and not running a fever.

That sounds very rough, man. It's definitely not the best of times when you have a sick kid. For starters, you just feel for them. You can't explain to a baby why they're going through this, or why you're taking the bottle away after such a small feed compared to what they're used to.

But thankfully for us, he is enjoying the Pedialyte so he's had plenty of wet diapers and no fever. Just have to power through this thing, hoping we are in the home stretch and he can get a full bottle or two at some point tomorrow.

 

[ndfanatic78]

Just try and remember that every now and then your child will need the love of a woman or in other words compassion, patience, listening only.

As guys we try and solve and power through. There may be times you just need to hold and console.

This is the part I suck at horribly and am beating the shit out of myself for not being better at it.

 

[Irish#1]

Hey guys, I’ve been really avoiding doing this but could use some prayers and support. I lost the mother of my 7 month old a couple weeks ago and we have been working through it. It’s rather tragic and I’m not going to go into that part, but I loved her very much although we weren’t together anymore. Any prayers and loving energy would awesome. Although we are going to be ok we are in for a long journey of healing.

Love this board. It is my greatest distraction from everyday life.

Also any advice from single dads out there is greatly appreciated.

Sorry to hear this. Prayers sent your way. While this may appear to be daunting, You'll find a way. Just remember that you're not alone in this effort. Don't be afraid to get support from both sets of grandparents. Especially her parents. They may not have said anything, but I suspect they have a fear of not seeing the grandson since they lost their daughter.