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First Year Dad Podcast

First Year Dad Podcast

Hosted by TJ Laessig

Episodes

53

Latest episode

May 2025

Language

EN

About the show

My name is TJ Laessig, I am a 34 year old entrepreneur and startup founder that just recently became a dad! On this podcast, I am sharing my experience during my first year of the dad life. Join me on this journey by following along each week of this 52-episode podcast series!

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May 13, 2025Episode 539 min

Week 52: FINAL Episode & Reflections on the First Year as a Dad

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.

March 24, 2025Episode 5218 min

Week 51: Year in Review + We Bought a House w/ Guest Christina

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

March 3, 2025Episode 5112 min

Week 50: Baby's First Birthday Party

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

February 24, 2025Episode 5011 min

Week 49: Milestones of an 11-Month-Old

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

February 19, 2025Episode 4911 min

Week 48: Baby Liam is Off to Daycare

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

February 14, 2025Episode 487 min

Week 47: Parents Weekend Away is a Win-Win-Win

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

February 5, 2025Episode 4714 min

Week 46: Days with Dad & New Nighttime "Game"

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

January 31, 2025Episode 468 min

Week 45: Dad Jinxed It, Baby Takes a Tumble

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

January 28, 2025Episode 4512 min

Week 44: Different Parenting Styles & Saying “No”

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

January 22, 2025Episode 4412 min

Week 43: Technology, Screen Time & Miss Rachel

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

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