Parenting Predictions for 2013: The dads react

Todd, Matt, and D.M. were nonplussed by the parenting trends of 2012, which included eating one’s own placenta (a laMad Men‘s January Jones), “elimination communication” (a laBlossom’s Blossom), and of course “attachment parenting” (which includes breastfeeding until your kid leaves for college).

Chicago Parent’s own Caitlin Murray Giles recently wrote an article featuring predictions of parenting trends in 2013. The Dads took a look at what might be in store for them this year, and they tremble.

WDP9: Parenting Predictions for 2013, The Dads React by ChicagoParent

Will moms really wear sparkly shoes and little girls wear sexy boots? Does that mean little boys will wear ill-fitting chinos and a weary gaze?

Will we have toys made from our old milk cartons and discarded Gonal-F pens?

Does the notion of tea parties moving to “the next level” fill you dread? (And just WHAT LEVEL IS THAT?!)

And will piles of children’s crappy drawings be replaced by expensive albums full of children’s crappy drawings?

Fear the future with the three least helpful guys you know.

Do you enjoy this audio blog? You can hear the full length White Dad Problems Comedy Podcast three times a week on iTunes (Subscribe for free!) or atwhitedadproblems.com.

You can also like the show onFacebook and follow it onTwitter. (Note coverage of naughty topics using very salty language!.)

- Advertisement -

LATEST STORIES

Top Music Classes for Kids in Chicagoland

Explore the best kids' music classes in Chicago—from toddler tunes to teen rock bands and elite youth orchestras.

Best Free and Low-Cost Tutoring Programs for Chicagoland Kids

Free and low-cost tutoring programs in Chicago help kids succeed—no matter their zip code or family income.

Family-Friendly Fall Getaways Worth the Drive from Chicago

These fun vacay spots make us so excited for fall.

Top Tutoring Centers for Kids in Chicagoland

Top tutoring centers in Chicago for math, test prep, writing and more—options for every age, level and learning style.
- Advertisement -


- Advertisement -