{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"The Intentional Dad Episode 4 - Starting Strong with Babies","description":"In this episode of The Intentional Dad, hosts Jason Hynson and J. Fotsch talk candidly about the early days of fatherhood\u2014from sleepless nights to adapting plans and embracing support. With stories from their own experiences raising newborns, the duo highlights the importance of flexibility, presence and being teachable as new dads. They share laughs over chaotic moments, practical tips for managing colicky babies and the reality of emotional ups and downs for both parents. The episode encourages intentional parenting by focusing on teamwork, selflessness and community support, especially during the challenges of raising a baby. Episode Highlights [01:13] "You're just so delusional. You don\u2019t know what\u2019s going on, and you\u2019re like a walking zombie." [07:35] "Tip number one\u2026 be teachable. Don\u2019t act like you already know it all." [11:07] "Sometimes my needs have to go out the window\u2026 showing up is different." [12:59] "Support could be just taking the six-year-old to the circus while mom gets a break." [22:19] "Love is always in the present. Your presence is the most loving thing you can give." [23:59] "You\u2019ll sleep eventually. It\u2019ll come. All these things pass." Resources\ud83d\udce9 Sign up for the Good Dads Newsletter and never miss a podcast! \ud83c\udf10 Learn more at gooddads.com \ud83d\udce7 Questions or comments? Reach out to Good Dads at info@gooddads.com ","author_name":"Good Dads Podcast","author_url":"http:\/\/www.gooddads.com\/","html":"