First Year Dad Podcast

TJ returns for the FINAL episode of the podcast, recapping the first year as a Dad, the experience of recording the podcast, and what is next in the Laessig household.

Christina joins the podcast one last time as we recap our first year as parents, and share some news about what's coming next - we bought a house and are moving to the suburbs!Follow TJ on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tj_laessigFollow TJ on X: https://twitter.com/tjlaessig

Liam is officially one year old! On this episode, TJ breaks down Liam's birthday party, baby presents, and Liam's first smash cake.Follow TJ on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tj_laessigFollow TJ on X: https://twitter.com/tjlaessig

As we approach Liam's first birthday, TJ breaks down his five favorite recent milestones for 11-month-old baby Liam.Follow TJ on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tj_laessigFollow TJ on X: https://twitter.com/tjlaessig

It's official - baby Liam is off to daycare, ending TJ's reign as a stay-at-home Dad. On this episode, TJ reflects on his 6 months staying at home, shares some of his favorite memories, and talks through the first week of daycare.Follow TJ on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tj_laessigFollow TJ on X: https://twitter.com/tjlaessig

TJ and Christina are fresh off a weekend away to Scottsdale, Arizona while baby Liam stayed overnight at his grandparents. On this episode, TJ breaks down why getting away for a few days is a win-win-win for all parties involved.Follow TJ on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tj_laessigFollow TJ on X: https://twitter.com/tjlaessig

After a crazy start to the year, we are coming off a more "normal" week in the Laessig household. TJ breaks down an update on his daily routine as a stay-at-home Dad and a new nighttime "game" the family is enjoying.Follow TJ on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tj_laessigFollow TJ on X: https://twitter.com/tjlaessig

After discussing the concept of "doing dangerous things carefully" on the last episode, Dad may have put in the jinx, because just two days later, poor baby Liam falls down the stairs.Follow TJ on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tj_laessigFollow TJ on X: https://twitter.com/tjlaessig

TJ breaks down different parenting styles as described on Google and shares his thoughts on the different styles, along with the concept of saying "no" to a child.Follow TJ on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tj_laessigFollow TJ on X: https://twitter.com/tjlaessig

TJ shares his potentially unconventional takes on technology, screen time, and everyone's favorite YouTuber - Miss Rachel.Follow TJ on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tj_laessigFollow TJ on X: https://twitter.com/tjlaessig

After a week of sickness which resulted in some sleep regression, it was time to get back to the basics - sleep training! TJ breaks down how to sleep train a baby using the "cry it out" method and shares some of his hot takes on babies, parenting, and sleep.Follow TJ on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tj_laessigFollow TJ on X: https://twitter.com/tjlaessig

We are off to a rough start to 2025 as TJ and baby Liam are both coming off a sickness. On this episode, TJ breaks down three tips and tricks for dealing with a sick baby.Follow TJ on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tj_laessigFollow TJ on X: https://twitter.com/tjlaessig

2024 has come to a close and we are on to 2025. On this episode, TJ reflects on the year that was and shares three of his core memories from the year 2024.Follow TJ on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tj_laessigFollow TJ on X: https://twitter.com/tjlaessig

TJ recaps the Holiday season and Liam's first Christmas.Follow TJ on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tj_laessigFollow TJ on X: https://twitter.com/tjlaessig

On this episode of the podcast, TJ walks through the daily routine for 9-month-old Liam.Follow TJ on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tj_laessigFollow TJ on X: https://twitter.com/tjlaessig

On this episode of the podcast, TJ breaks down 5 recent milestones from baby Liam that he did next expect or see coming!Follow TJ on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tj_laessigFollow TJ on X: https://twitter.com/tjlaessig

We are back to the basics with some baby milestones, because Liam is officially crawling! On this episode of the podcast, TJ talks all things crawling, climbing, and preparing to baby-proof the house.Follow TJ on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tj_laessigFollow TJ on X: https://twitter.com/tjlaessig

It's a week of recovery in the Laessig household coming off the Cancun wedding trip. On this episode, TJ reflects back four years ago to December 2020 and tells the story of his first date with Christina.Follow TJ on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tj_laessigFollow TJ on X: https://twitter.com/tjlaessig

TJ and Christina are officially married! On this episode of the podcast, Christina Laessig(!) joins as a guest. They recap their destination wedding in Cancun, discuss flying on an airplane with an 8-month old baby, and share their favorite memories from the trip.Follow TJ on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tj_laessigFollow TJ on X: https://twitter.com/tjlaessig

On this episode of the podcast, TJ breaks down baby Liam's first Halloween!Follow TJ on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tj_laessigFollow TJ on X: https://twitter.com/tjlaessig

On this episode of the podcast, TJ shares 8-month baby Liam's first instances of stranger danger!Follow TJ on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tj_laessigFollow TJ on X: https://twitter.com/tjlaessig

On this episode of the podcast, TJ breaks down three exercises he uses on a daily basis to prepare baby Liam to crawl, stand, and walk in the near future!Follow TJ on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tj_laessigFollow TJ on X: https://twitter.com/tjlaessig

On this episode of the podcast, TJ walks through Liam's favorite toys, including several "toys" that are not intended to be toys for a baby!Follow TJ on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tj_laessigFollow TJ on X: https://twitter.com/tjlaessig

The fall season is in full swing and 7-month old Liam has been enjoying the great outdoors. On this episode of the podcast, TJ breaks down four ways to entertain an outdoor kid.Follow TJ on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tj_laessigFollow TJ on X: https://twitter.com/tjlaessig

On this episode, TJ breaks down the first month starting solid foods, including the purpose behind solids, the daily eating routine, and the specific foods baby Liam has tried so far.Follow TJ on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tj_laessigFollow TJ on X: https://twitter.com/tjlaessig

On this episode of the podcast, TJ talks about the first time baby Liam got sick after spending a weekend at the beach with friends and older kids.Follow TJ on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tj_laessigFollow TJ on X: https://twitter.com/tjlaessig

We are officially halfway through this 52-episode podcast series! On this episode of the show, TJ reflects on his first six months as a Dad and breaks down six traits of 6-month old baby Liam.Follow TJ on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tj_laessigFollow TJ on X: https://twitter.com/tjlaessig

With Christina back to work, TJ breaks down his daily routine as a stay at home Dad over the past two weeks.Follow TJ on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tj_laessigFollow TJ on X: https://twitter.com/tjlaessig

Christina is back to work after six months of maternity leave! On this episode, TJ talks all things daycare, babysitting, and the childcare plan for the remainder of 2024.Follow TJ on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tj_laessigFollow TJ on X: https://twitter.com/tjlaessig

New milestones are being achieved every week here in the Laessig household, as TJ talks baby rolling, reaching, and the first steps towards sitting up!Follow TJ on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tj_laessigFollow TJ on X: https://twitter.com/tjlaessig

On this episode of the podcast, TJ talks about sleep training and his Friday night of "crying it out" with baby Liam.Follow TJ on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tj_laessigFollow TJ on X: https://twitter.com/tjlaessig

On this episode of the podcast, TJ talks teething (baby's first tooth!) and the first steps into solid foods.Follow TJ on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tj_laessigFollow TJ on X: https://twitter.com/tjlaessig

After a family vacation down the shore, TJ breaks down five activities with five-month old baby Liam during a week at the beach.Follow TJ on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tj_laessigFollow TJ on X: https://twitter.com/tjlaessig

Amanda and Shane got married! On this episode of the podcast, TJ recaps the wedding weekend including his role as officiant, time spent with Liam, and late nights partying it up.Follow TJ on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tj_laessigFollow TJ on X: https://twitter.com/tjlaessig

On this episode of the podcast, TJ gives a peek behind the curtain on what it's like in the Laessig household when Dad and Son are home alone.Follow TJ on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tj_laessigFollow TJ on X: https://twitter.com/tjlaessig

This past week, TJ and Christina made an impromptu trip to Cancun, Mexico to do a site visit for their upcoming destination wedding, which means baby Liam was at home overnight without his parents for the first time!Follow TJ on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tj_laessigFollow TJ on X: https://twitter.com/tjlaessig

Liam is officially four months old, and on this episode of the podcast TJ breaks down four characteristics of a four-month old baby, including an obsession with eating his own hands and our first baby giggles!Follow TJ on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tj_laessigFollow TJ on X: https://twitter.com/tjlaessig

It's TJ's first Father's Day and on this podcast he breaks down five thoughts that are top of mind during his first few months as a Dad.Follow TJ on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tj_laessigFollow TJ on X: https://twitter.com/tjlaessig

Sleeping is one of the most common topics for new parents. How is the baby sleeping? How are the parents sleeping? On this episode of the podcast, TJ breaks down Liam's current sleep routine and shares his hot takes on sound machines, blackout curtains, and more.Follow TJ on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tj_laessigFollow TJ on X: https://twitter.com/tjlaessig

Liam is officially three months old! On this episode of the podcast, TJ reflects on the first three months as a Dad and breaks down some of the key milestones that took place during the first 13 weeks of Liam's life.Follow TJ on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tj_laessigFollow TJ on X: https://twitter.com/tjlaessig

We are fresh off Memorial Day Weekend which means summer has officially begun! The family spent the weekend in Sea Isle City, NJ and on this episode of the podcast, TJ breaks down what it's like as a Dad bringing a three-month old baby to the beach for the first time.Follow TJ on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tj_laessigFollow TJ on X: https://twitter.com/tjlaessig

On this episode, TJ breaks down his trip to Vegas for the PokerGo NFT Championship. TJ details his background in poker and recaps the awesome event at the PokerGo Studio.Follow TJ on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tj_laessigFollow TJ on X: https://twitter.com/tjlaessig

On this short and sweet episode of the podcast, TJ gives a quick life update as the family recently celebrated Mother's Day and Liam's Baptism!Follow TJ on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tj_laessigFollow TJ on X: https://twitter.com/tjlaessig

On this episode of the podcast, TJ reflects on his first two months as a Dad and shares nine learnings from the early weeks of fatherhood.Follow TJ on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tj_laessigFollow TJ on X: https://twitter.com/tjlaessig

On this episode of the podcast, TJ shares the daily workout / play routine he's been doing with two-month old Liam. Tongue exercises, tummy time, tracking, and more! He also shares his own workout habits (spoiler alert, they haven't been great!) and his goals for creating a more consistent workout schedule moving forward while balancing life as a dad.Follow TJ on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tj_laessigFollow TJ on X: https://twitter.com/tjlaessig

It's wedding season! TJ recaps Christina's sister's wedding from the weekend and another overnight trip for Liam. He also talks some golf, as spring has arrived and it is time to hit the course!Follow TJ on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tj_laessigFollow TJ on X: https://twitter.com/tjlaessig

On this episode of the podcast, TJ recaps the family's road trips the past two weekend. He breaks down the endless amounts of stuff you need to pack when you bring a kid for an overnight trip, a night of Dad and Liam while Mom was out, and Liam's first appearance at his Aunt's Bachelorette party!Follow TJ on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tj_laessig/Follow TJ on X: https://twitter.com/tjlaessig

On this episode of the podcast, TJ is joined by special guest Christina - Liam's mom! Together they talk through their first month as parents, get Christina's thoughts on everything going on, and Christina answers some hard-hitting questions from TJ.Follow TJ on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tj_laessig/Follow TJ on X: https://twitter.com/tjlaessig

Week 4 - complete! On this episode of the podcast, TJ begins with a quick recap of the past few days and the daily routine. He then dives into his thoughts on the partnership of becoming parents and three specific tactics that have been helpful in the first month of the parenting.Follow TJ on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tj_laessig/Follow TJ on X: https://twitter.com/tjlaessig

Week 3 is in the books! During this episode of the podcast, TJ breaks down what the daily routine looks like with a newborn and talks through how he is managing his "Dad Life Balance" across work, fitness, content, and the dad life. He also shares some tips that have been working in the Laessig household to maintain sanity and how he is prioritizing his time during the new parenting lifestyle.Follow TJ on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tj_laessig/Follow TJ on X: https://twitter.com/tjlaessig