Family, Firsts, and Mom Gets Ready To Go Back To Work : Episode 27
Welcome back to "Gray Hair & Daycare: Gen X Dad, Gen Beta Baby"! In this episode, Frank and Carlo dive deep into the world of parenting philosophies, discussing five simple rules for raising successful kids – and why sometimes, trusting your gut is better than following influencers! 😂 We also get an update on baby Josie's adorable antics, a "Check Please" budget update, and a hilarious look at family dynamics across generations. Plus, Frank's wife, Kelly, is heading back to work soon – what's that transition going to be like? Tune in for laughs, insights, and maybe a few "ouch" moments!
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Chapter Markers:
0:00 - Josie is 3 Months Old! (And Talking!)
4:52 - Book Report: Follow Your Instincts, Not Influencers
11:25 - Follow Your Culture, Not Clickbait
16:21 - Follow Your Kid, Not the Crowd
23:24 - Be Your Real Self, Not Your Ideal Self
24:11 - Check Please: The Baby Budget Continues!
27:16 - What Just Happened: Lucille Visits & Family Gaps
36:39 - Social Media & Influencers: The Scary Truth
49:50 - Kelly Goes Back to Work: The Big Transition
1:00:23 - Are All Babies This Happy? (Josie's Smiling Face!)
Links to Products/Services Mentioned:
The Baby Sleep Solution (Book): https://www.amazon.com/Baby-Sleep-Solution-Proven-Program/dp/0399532919
5 Simple Rules : https://www.cnbc.com/2025/05/31/psychiatrist-who-worked-with-3000-young-adults-shares-simple-parenting-rules-for-raising-successful-kids.html
Babble (Language Learning App): https://www.babbel.com/
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