by 832 Weekends
832 Weekends is a podcast aimed at new dads. You only have 832 weekends between your child's birth to their 16th birthday. At 16, they're probably going to want to start spending less constant time with you as they grow into adults, learn to drive, and all that fun stuff. Join me in figuring out how to make the most of those 832 weekends!
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April 12, 2025
<p>n this episode of Eight Hundred and Thirty-Two Weekends, Tony shares a heartfelt and practical update now that his baby is 9 months old. From crawling attempts to peekaboo giggles, the eighth and ninth months bring big changes in mobility, sleep, eating, and emotional development.</p><p>Tony talks through what parents can expect during this stretch—like signs of separation anxiety, nap resistance, new babbling sounds, and the joys (and stress) of baby-proofing. He also reflects on how this stage feels more interactive, more personal, and more emotionally rich than ever before.</p><p>If you’re approaching month 9 or already in it, this episode offers both insight and solidarity.</p><p><strong>Resources Related to This Episode:</strong></p><ul><li><p><a href="" target="_new" rel="noopener">Baby Development: 8 to 9 Months</a> – American Academy of Pediatrics</p></li><li><p><a href="" target="_new" rel="noopener">How to Handle Separation Anxiety in Babies</a> – Parents Magazine</p></li><li><p><a href="https://www.cdc.gov/ncbddd/childdevelopment/safety.html" target="_new" rel="noopener">Babyproofing Your Home: A Checklist</a> – CDC Child Safety Guidelines</p></li></ul>
March 27, 2025
<p>In this episode of Eight Hundred and Thirty-Two Weekends, Tony shares his experience <strong>navigating baby-led weaning (BLW)</strong> now that his baby is 8 months old. From the first tentative bites to full-on mealtime participation, BLW has been an exciting, messy, and eye-opening process.</p><p>Tony discusses what’s worked, what’s been surprising, and the biggest takeaways from the last couple of months. He also shares insights from the <strong>Feeding Littles</strong> course, which helped set a strong foundation for safe and stress-free self-feeding.</p><ul> <li><a href="https://feedinglittles.com/" target="_new" rel="noopener">Feeding Littles Baby-Led Weaning Course</a> – A great resource for parents looking to learn BLW safely and effectively.</li> <li><a href="" target="_new" rel="noopener">Understanding Baby-Led Weaning</a> – A beginner-friendly guide to BLW.</li> <li><a href="" target="_new" rel="noopener">Gagging vs. Choking: What’s the Difference?</a> – Important safety information from the American Academy of Pediatrics.</li> <li><a href="https://www.solidstarts.com/" target="_new" rel="noopener">Best First Foods for Baby-Led Weaning</a> – A guide to introducing solids safely.</li></ul>
March 13, 2025
<p>In this episode of Eight Hundred and Thirty-Two Weekends, Tony shares his experience transitioning his baby from the <strong>Snoo bassinet to a full crib</strong>—a big milestone that came with some unexpected stress. After months of the Snoo keeping his baby safely swaddled and on his back, seeing him suddenly <strong>sleeping sideways, sprawled out, or even on his stomach</strong> was nerve-wracking at first.</p><p>Tony walks through how they approached the transition, what worked, and how he learned to <strong>trust his baby’s ability to adjust</strong>. He also shares helpful takeaways for parents preparing for this change, including how <strong>weaning mode</strong>, <strong>a safe sleep environment</strong>, and <strong>sticking with familiar sleep cues</strong> can make the process smoother.</p><ul> <li><a href="" target="_new" rel="noopener">How to Transition from the Snoo to a Crib</a> – Tips from Happiest Baby, the makers of the Snoo.</li> <li><a href="" target="_new" rel="noopener">Safe Sleep Guidelines for Babies</a> – American Academy of Pediatrics' recommendations on safe sleep practices.</li> <li><a href="" target="_new" rel="noopener">Why Babies Sleep in Strange Positions</a> – A look at why babies love sleeping in funny ways, and why it’s normal.</li></ul>
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