16: Talking Toddlers

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1:31: We talk about the world’s second-biggest ball of twine, the Grotto in West Bend Iowa, the Winnebago Factory tour, and the SPAM Museum. It’s a real thing and we spend some time getting into it. 7:20: Mike talks about his new hobby of vinyl records. What we really want to know if he’s got the Metallica Black album yet. But so far, he’s got Lady and the Tramp and 101 Dalmatians. 11:25: Larry gets a new mattress, and this is what counts as exciting for middle-aged dudes. But apparently, there have been some technological advancements in the mattress world. And it appears that Larry has a weird thing for tight sheets. But if you want tight sheets, the dads recommend getting some ratchet straps. Although a bed scrunchy might be the dumbest thing we’ve ever talked about. 16:18: And it’s time to get into talking about toddlers! 17:40: We answer the big question: Which is more difficult—babies or toddlers? But we also decide that toddlers and teenagers act basically the same. 20:50: We get into some of the things that our kids broke when they were toddlers. From potted plants to the hoods of our cars. But we call that the “price of adult conversation.” 22:02: It’s time to get into toddler tips! From discipline to how to handle the meltdowns. 25:45: Shannon gives one of his best pieces of toddler advice of positive reinforcement and redirecting their energy. 27:37: Any kind of attention is still attention, and as a parent it’s important to remember that. Mick says the best way to deal with toddlers is to get on their eye level. 29:30: How do you get anything done when you’re caring for a toddler? This is the problem that plagues parents. The dads get into some specific answers. 34:04: Getting your kids into your hobbies, and Shannon talks about building a guillotine with the kids. 34:06: Screen time. How much time is too much screen time? Do we even care or should we? 38:55: The dads get to their takeaways and give their best actionable advice on how to make deal with toddlers.