In the digital age, who needs tweets when you have sticky notes? Parenting is a rollercoaster ride filled with both laughter and challenges, and one stay-at-home dad is bringing humor back to the basics. Meet Jake Thompson, who embraced his role as a stay-at-home dad after the birth of his son in 2010. His wife, concerned he might forget the many responsibilities that come with caring for a newborn, suggested he jot down his to-dos.
But Jake had a different idea. “In a playful spirit (since I’ve never been one to take life too seriously), I decided to document even the most trivial tasks and display them on my bulletin board,” he shared on his blog, Thoughts in a Bottle. “I ended up forgetting the note. And yes, I also forgot to change the baby.”
Fast forward seven years and a new addition to their family, and Jake’s blog has attracted over 60,000 followers on Facebook. It’s no wonder his humorous posts resonate with so many people.
He offers genuine parenting advice while keeping it real about life with toddlers. Originally gaining notoriety through a viral Tumblr page, Jake transitioned into being a stay-at-home dad primarily due to the astronomical costs of daycare. “It was simply more economical for me to stay home with my child than to earn a paycheck just to hand it over to a daycare,” he explained. I can relate to that struggle; it’s one of the reasons I spent some less-than-pleasant time as a stay-at-home dad myself. Sadly, my wife’s reminders didn’t land me any media attention!
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In summary, Jake Thompson’s light-hearted approach to parenting through sticky notes has struck a chord with many. His blend of honesty and humor sheds light on the realities of being a stay-at-home dad, all while providing relatable content for fellow parents.