Ep 30 Part 2:Training for the Diaper Dash, Baby Led Weaning, & the first “Dada”
Training for the Diaper Dash, Baby Led Weaning, & the first “Dada”
Frank and Carlo kick off the episode with a new "Crash Test Daddy" segment, reviewing the Ergo Baby Omni Classic Baby Carrier. Frank praises this older model, which is available on Amazon for $134, as a better value than the newer, more expensive version. He explains that the carrier is designed to hold children from 7 to 45 pounds and can be worn in multiple positions: front-facing, rear-facing, on the hip, or on the back.
Frank shares that he primarily uses the carrier in the mornings, where he gets things done around the house with Josie strapped to him, facing forward. He notes that the carrier is comfortable and that Josie enjoys being so close to him.
"What Just Happened": Updates on Baby Josie
The hosts move on to their "What Just Happened" segment, providing a series of updates on Josie's recent developments and a few product recommendations for new parents.
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Teething Relief: Frank highly recommends Boiron Camilia teething drops. He describes them as an "absolute game changer" and a better alternative to traditional teething gels, refrigerated teethers, or Tylenol. The drops are available on Amazon for $10.52.
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Baby-Led Weaning: The hosts discuss baby-led weaning, a method of introducing solid foods where babies are given large, unseasoned pieces of food to explore and self-feed. Frank explains that this approach, unlike traditional pureed baby food, helps prevent picky eating and improves a child's fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination. He jokes that the dogs, Rumpel and Watson, are the biggest fans of this method because most of the food ends up on the floor. Frank recommends the
Solid Starts app as a helpful guide, providing suggestions and recipes for safe food introduction. -
Stain Treater: To combat the mess from baby-led weaning, Frank praises Miss Mouth's Messy Eater Stain Treater, which he says is "fantastic". He notes that a single bottle costs $29, but it's "worth every penny" as it helps remove food stains that would otherwise be permanent.
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Family Outings: Frank recounts a recent trip to the state fair with his family. He notes that Josie was more interested in a calf that licked her feet than the other attractions.
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Growth and Milestones: Frank reveals that Josie is already transitioning into nine-month clothes because of her length. He shares the exciting news that Josie rolled over and said "Dada" on the very same day. Frank notes that this milestone, even without a full understanding of the word, was incredibly meaningful to him.
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The Jack-Jack Baby Races: Frank announces that the family's upcoming trip is a Disney cruise, which was booked before Josie was born. He is looking forward to entering Josie in the
Jack-Jack Baby Races, a crawling competition for infants, which will take place when Josie is around nine months old. Frank is already planning their matching team t-shirts with a team name and logo. -
Personal and Family Life: Frank shares that his relationship with their caregiver, Carrie, is going well, and Josie is developing a genuine affection for her. He also recounts a humorous story about getting a much-needed haircut and running into a screaming child at the barber shop, a stark reminder that the sounds of fatherhood are never far away. Frank concludes by mentioning he has built Josie a new juvenile bookcase for her nursery, which perfectly fits next to the magical mouse hole he built for her.
