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TJ Laessig
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!
Total 35 episodes
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Week 34: Cancun Wedding Recap w/ Guest Christina (Mom & Wife!)
TJ and Christina are officially married! On this episode of the podcast, Christina Laessig(!) joins as a guest. They recap their destination wedding in Cancun, discuss flying on an airplane with an 8-month old baby, and share their favorite memories from the trip.Follow TJ on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tj_laessigFollow TJ on X: https://twitter.com/tjlaessig
23:0420/11/2024
Week 33: Pumpkins, Costumes & Halloween Candy
On this episode of the podcast, TJ breaks down baby Liam's first Halloween!Follow TJ on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tj_laessigFollow TJ on X: https://twitter.com/tjlaessig
06:1907/11/2024
Week 32: First Signs of Stranger Danger
On this episode of the podcast, TJ shares 8-month baby Liam's first instances of stranger danger!Follow TJ on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tj_laessigFollow TJ on X: https://twitter.com/tjlaessig
08:5101/11/2024
Week 31: Three Exercises for Learning to Crawl, Stand, Walk
On this episode of the podcast, TJ breaks down three exercises he uses on a daily basis to prepare baby Liam to crawl, stand, and walk in the near future!Follow TJ on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tj_laessigFollow TJ on X: https://twitter.com/tjlaessig
12:4924/10/2024
Week 30: Baby's Five Favorite Toys & "Toys"
On this episode of the podcast, TJ walks through Liam's favorite toys, including several "toys" that are not intended to be toys for a baby!Follow TJ on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tj_laessigFollow TJ on X: https://twitter.com/tjlaessig
17:4317/10/2024
Week 29: Four Ways to Entertain an Outdoor Kid
The fall season is in full swing and 7-month old Liam has been enjoying the great outdoors. On this episode of the podcast, TJ breaks down four ways to entertain an outdoor kid.Follow TJ on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tj_laessigFollow TJ on X: https://twitter.com/tjlaessig
11:0010/10/2024
Week 28: First Month of Solid Foods
On this episode, TJ breaks down the first month starting solid foods, including the purpose behind solids, the daily eating routine, and the specific foods baby Liam has tried so far.Follow TJ on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tj_laessigFollow TJ on X: https://twitter.com/tjlaessig
11:0103/10/2024
Week 27: Hang with the Big Kids & Get Sick
On this episode of the podcast, TJ talks about the first time baby Liam got sick after spending a weekend at the beach with friends and older kids.Follow TJ on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tj_laessigFollow TJ on X: https://twitter.com/tjlaessig
04:4529/09/2024
Week 26: Six Traits of a 6-Month Old
We are officially halfway through this 52-episode podcast series! On this episode of the show, TJ reflects on his first six months as a Dad and breaks down six traits of 6-month old baby Liam.Follow TJ on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tj_laessigFollow TJ on X: https://twitter.com/tjlaessig
10:0918/09/2024
Week 25: Life as a Stay at Home Dad
With Christina back to work, TJ breaks down his daily routine as a stay at home Dad over the past two weeks.Follow TJ on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tj_laessigFollow TJ on X: https://twitter.com/tjlaessig
15:4713/09/2024
Week 24: Mom is Back to Work
Christina is back to work after six months of maternity leave! On this episode, TJ talks all things daycare, babysitting, and the childcare plan for the remainder of 2024.Follow TJ on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tj_laessigFollow TJ on X: https://twitter.com/tjlaessig
12:0205/09/2024
Week 23: Rolling & Reaching & Sitting (Oh My!)
New milestones are being achieved every week here in the Laessig household, as TJ talks baby rolling, reaching, and the first steps towards sitting up!Follow TJ on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tj_laessigFollow TJ on X: https://twitter.com/tjlaessig
05:5701/09/2024
Week 22: Sleep Training aka "Cry it Out"
On this episode of the podcast, TJ talks about sleep training and his Friday night of "crying it out" with baby Liam.Follow TJ on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tj_laessigFollow TJ on X: https://twitter.com/tjlaessig
14:3626/08/2024
Week 21: Baby Teeth & Solid Foods
On this episode of the podcast, TJ talks teething (baby's first tooth!) and the first steps into solid foods.Follow TJ on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tj_laessigFollow TJ on X: https://twitter.com/tjlaessig
08:1822/08/2024
Week 20: Five Activities for a Baby Beach Week
After a family vacation down the shore, TJ breaks down five activities with five-month old baby Liam during a week at the beach.Follow TJ on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tj_laessigFollow TJ on X: https://twitter.com/tjlaessig
13:3313/08/2024
Week 19: Aunt Sis' Wedding Weekend!
Amanda and Shane got married! On this episode of the podcast, TJ recaps the wedding weekend including his role as officiant, time spent with Liam, and late nights partying it up.Follow TJ on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tj_laessigFollow TJ on X: https://twitter.com/tjlaessig
12:4401/08/2024
Week 18: When Dad & Son Are Home Alone
On this episode of the podcast, TJ gives a peek behind the curtain on what it's like in the Laessig household when Dad and Son are home alone.Follow TJ on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tj_laessigFollow TJ on X: https://twitter.com/tjlaessig
11:0224/07/2024
Week 17: First Parents Trip Without the Baby
This past week, TJ and Christina made an impromptu trip to Cancun, Mexico to do a site visit for their upcoming destination wedding, which means baby Liam was at home overnight without his parents for the first time!Follow TJ on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tj_laessigFollow TJ on X: https://twitter.com/tjlaessig
14:0416/07/2024
Week 16: Laughing, Mouthing, & Four-Month Baby Vibes
Liam is officially four months old, and on this episode of the podcast TJ breaks down four characteristics of a four-month old baby, including an obsession with eating his own hands and our first baby giggles!Follow TJ on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tj_laessigFollow TJ on X: https://twitter.com/tjlaessig
13:0509/07/2024
Week 15: Five Thoughts on My First Father's Day
It's TJ's first Father's Day and on this podcast he breaks down five thoughts that are top of mind during his first few months as a Dad.Follow TJ on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tj_laessigFollow TJ on X: https://twitter.com/tjlaessig
08:1525/06/2024
Week 14: Hot Takes on Baby Sleep Routines
Sleeping is one of the most common topics for new parents. How is the baby sleeping? How are the parents sleeping? On this episode of the podcast, TJ breaks down Liam's current sleep routine and shares his hot takes on sound machines, blackout curtains, and more.Follow TJ on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tj_laessigFollow TJ on X: https://twitter.com/tjlaessig
15:5712/06/2024
Week 13: Three Months of Baby Milestones
Liam is officially three months old! On this episode of the podcast, TJ reflects on the first three months as a Dad and breaks down some of the key milestones that took place during the first 13 weeks of Liam's life.Follow TJ on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tj_laessigFollow TJ on X: https://twitter.com/tjlaessig
15:0906/06/2024
Week 12: Adventures of Taking a Baby to the Beach
We are fresh off Memorial Day Weekend which means summer has officially begun! The family spent the weekend in Sea Isle City, NJ and on this episode of the podcast, TJ breaks down what it's like as a Dad bringing a three-month old baby to the beach for the first time.Follow TJ on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tj_laessigFollow TJ on X: https://twitter.com/tjlaessig
17:0531/05/2024
Week 11: Dad's Trip to Vegas for the PokerGo NFT Championship
On this episode, TJ breaks down his trip to Vegas for the PokerGo NFT Championship. TJ details his background in poker and recaps the awesome event at the PokerGo Studio.Follow TJ on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tj_laessigFollow TJ on X: https://twitter.com/tjlaessig
17:1021/05/2024
Week 10: Mother's Day & Baby Baptism
On this short and sweet episode of the podcast, TJ gives a quick life update as the family recently celebrated Mother's Day and Liam's Baptism!Follow TJ on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tj_laessigFollow TJ on X: https://twitter.com/tjlaessig
05:2420/05/2024
Week 9: Nine Learnings from the First Two Months of Fatherhood
On this episode of the podcast, TJ reflects on his first two months as a Dad and shares nine learnings from the early weeks of fatherhood.Follow TJ on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tj_laessigFollow TJ on X: https://twitter.com/tjlaessig
18:4806/05/2024
Week 8: Baby Workouts & Dad Workouts
On this episode of the podcast, TJ shares the daily workout / play routine he's been doing with two-month old Liam. Tongue exercises, tummy time, tracking, and more! He also shares his own workout habits (spoiler alert, they haven't been great!) and his goals for creating a more consistent workout schedule moving forward while balancing life as a dad.Follow TJ on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tj_laessigFollow TJ on X: https://twitter.com/tjlaessig
24:3329/04/2024
Week 7: Wedding Season & Golf SZN
It's wedding season! TJ recaps Christina's sister's wedding from the weekend and another overnight trip for Liam. He also talks some golf, as spring has arrived and it is time to hit the course!Follow TJ on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tj_laessigFollow TJ on X: https://twitter.com/tjlaessig
15:2222/04/2024
Week 6: Road Trips & Baby’s First Bachelor(ette) Party
On this episode of the podcast, TJ recaps the family's road trips the past two weekend. He breaks down the endless amounts of stuff you need to pack when you bring a kid for an overnight trip, a night of Dad and Liam while Mom was out, and Liam's first appearance at his Aunt's Bachelorette party!Follow TJ on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tj_laessig/Follow TJ on X: https://twitter.com/tjlaessig
11:1912/04/2024
Week 5: First Month as Parents w/ Guest Christina (Mom!)
On this episode of the podcast, TJ is joined by special guest Christina - Liam's mom! Together they talk through their first month as parents, get Christina's thoughts on everything going on, and Christina answers some hard-hitting questions from TJ.Follow TJ on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tj_laessig/Follow TJ on X: https://twitter.com/tjlaessig
21:3005/04/2024
Week 4: The Partnership of Becoming Parents
Week 4 - complete! On this episode of the podcast, TJ begins with a quick recap of the past few days and the daily routine. He then dives into his thoughts on the partnership of becoming parents and three specific tactics that have been helpful in the first month of the parenting.Follow TJ on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tj_laessig/Follow TJ on X: https://twitter.com/tjlaessig
14:3027/03/2024
Week 3: Newborn Daily Routine & Dad Life Balance
Week 3 is in the books! During this episode of the podcast, TJ breaks down what the daily routine looks like with a newborn and talks through how he is managing his "Dad Life Balance" across work, fitness, content, and the dad life. He also shares some tips that have been working in the Laessig household to maintain sanity and how he is prioritizing his time during the new parenting lifestyle.Follow TJ on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tj_laessig/Follow TJ on X: https://twitter.com/tjlaessig
24:2919/03/2024
Week 2: Dad Duties & How to Calm a Crying Baby
Week 2 of the dad life was a fun one! On this episode of the podcast TJ recaps the week and dives deep into an important dad skill - learning how to calm a crying baby.-Family time with TJ, Christina, and Liam at home-Learning to calm a crying baby-Family photo shoot-Parents day (hour) outFollow TJ on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tj_laessig/Follow TJ on X: https://twitter.com/tjlaessig
19:2511/03/2024
Week 1: Welcome Baby Liam! A New King is Crowned
Introducing Liam Paul Laessig! On February 27th, 2024 TJ has officially entered the Dad life, welcoming baby Liam into the world - a new King of the family has been crowned. On this episode of the podcast, TJ breaks down his first week as a Dad, including some rookie mistakes made during his first night at home with a new baby. Spirits are high in the Laessig household with a healthy baby, healthy mother, and a weekend full of family and happiness.Follow TJ on X: https://twitter.com/tjlaessigFollow TJ on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tj_laessig/
27:2404/03/2024
Intro: Baby Prep, Push-ups, & Parking Tickets
On this introductory episode of the podcast, TJ breaks down the month leading up to the birth of baby Liam. He introduces himself and his background, discusses his preparation prior to becoming a dad, and talks through what listeners can expect from this 52-episode podcast series each week going forward.
20:5327/02/2024