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tjenkins_1983
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Hey folks,

     I just wanted to drop in and say hello. I recently found out that I will be a first-time dad this September. Even before we started trying, my wife and I decided that I would be the stay-at-home dad since she brings in the most money anyway. However, I will be working some weekends and possibly second shift to bring in a little extra cash. I hope this doesn't disqualify me from being a stay-at-home dad. Hahaha. 

I'm pretty psyched and have been looking forward to being a dad for many years. Feel free to drop me a line if you have any suggestions.

 

Tyler J.


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Submitted by tjenkins_1983 on Tue, 01/26/2010 - 4:51pm.

Hogan
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 Joined: 2008-04-21
 Dad Points: 720
Welcome From California

Congratulations! From 20 year at-home dad veteran

Glad you found this group.  Working part-time will not disqualify you.  However, you may, as I discovered, fall in love with being the full-time caregiver and not want a part-time earning job.  For me and my wife, Tina, "The quality of our life as a family was more important than the quality of our family's lifestyle."

Hug your wife and thank her for having such trust and confidence in you to be an at-home dad.

I also suggest you read some of the previous discussion topics.  Then post specific questions you may have.

 

 

 


Wed, 01/27/2010 - 12:13pm

chitownman
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Welcome Tyler

Welcome Tyler,

Glad that you found our little supportive home.  It is a great place.  I second what Hogan has stated.  As much as I did want a part time job to bring in a little extra money, being at home is just to rewarding and it also allows family time.  It is an amazing thing and you'll never regret it.  I also second Hogan in the thought of saying Thank You to your wife for providing your the privilege of being the one parent to stay home and raise your child.  I am grateful for the opportunity every day.  Just so that you know as well so that maybe you are able to start planning now, we will be hosting the 15th Annual At Home Dads Convention here in Omaha on Saturday October 2, 2010.  It is an amazing weekend and if your wife is due in September and she agrees, you could come here and learn a few more things to help make you an even better dad and she should ideally still be on maternity leave and I am sure that your in-laws will want to help out as well, so she should still have an extra set of hands to help her out.  Congrats and here's to you for having an amazing experience.

Robb Midwest Regional Coordinator

Daddy's Home INC - The National At-Home Dad Network

www.daddyshome.org


Wed, 01/27/2010 - 1:01pm

Bigkid5748
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 Dad Points: 1
Daddy to be!!!!!!!

Hey...well I am a dad to be..my little girl will be showing up in May, and I couldn't be more excited.  My wife is the obvious bread winner in our relationship so I have been delegated the stay-at-home parent.  I am excited...but all I can think about is the traditional role the MAN is supposed to play in the household.  So here I am, hoping to recieve some wisdom and guidance from dad's.  How do I make this a great experience?  Thanks to everyone..and I am so glad i stumbled across this site.


Sun, 01/31/2010 - 9:21am

tjenkins_1983
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 Joined: 2010-01-26
 Dad Points: 12
I think as long as our wives

I think as long as our wives support us in the decision (with mine, it was her idea) everything should be smooth. I'm still going to work on the weekends and try to pick up other shifts, but I'm looking forward to being the main support at home during the day.

Since we're going through the same thing, shoot me a message if you have any suggestions or questions.


Sun, 01/31/2010 - 11:18am

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