In this heartwarming and insightful episode, we welcome Dr. Stephen Carbone—a proud new grandfather, seasoned father, and long-time mental health advocate. Stephen shares his reflections on becoming a dad in the late ‘80s, the joys and chaos of grandparenting, and how the landscape of parenting has changed across generations.
We talk about everything from sleep-deprived newborn days to silly bedtime routines, and why the “old school” ways sometimes still hold value. Stephen also opens up about his work in mental health, including his founding of Prevention United, and shares crucial advice for dads on looking after their own mental health in today’s fast-paced world.
🍼 Key Moments:
- 00:01 – Fortnight check-in: sick households, new baby-meets-grandma moment
- 01:30 – Guest intro: Dr. Stephen Carbone, Freya’s dad and Reggie’s granddad (previous guest Joel’s father-in-law)
- 07:00 – Steve’s reflections on becoming a dad in the 1980s
- 12:00 – Finding out he was going to be a granddad and Reggie’s early challenges
- 14:45 – Comparing parenting across generations
- 24:00 – The evolving pressures of fatherhood: financial, digital, and emotional
- 33:00 – Steve’s advice for new dads managing their mental health
- 39:00 – The birth of Prevention United and the importance of early intervention
- 45:00 – An epic poo story, naturally.
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