by James Matthews | Apr 25, 2025 | Contributor, Joy Break, Our Brood, Parenting
Post written by James Matthews We’ve entered a new era of change in the Matthews household. Katie—my incredible wife and Louie’s devoted mom—is officially back at work after a year of parental leave. Her leave happened to line up with summer, which makes this...
by James Matthews | Mar 28, 2025 | Contributor, Joy Break, Our Brood, Parenting
Post written by James Matthews Whoever said, “The days are long, but the years are short,” really nailed it. The shortest year of my life just came to a close. There’s a new marquee date in our family now—mid-February—pushing January 1 to the side in favor of our...
by James Matthews | Jan 28, 2025 | Contributor, Joy Break, Mental Health, Our Brood, Parenting
Post written by James Matthews December 24, 2024. 11:25 a.m. There’s packing the car with a baby, then there’s packing the car with a baby for Christmas. Presents, overnight bags, strollers—I felt like I needed Santa’s sleigh. I always say Christmas is the...
by James Matthews | Dec 19, 2024 | Contributor, Mental Health, Our Brood, Parenting, Postpartum
Post written by James Matthews Travelling with my baby didn’t suck. I did. In a way, that nails how I’ve been reflecting on a recent excursion to Europe—my first Intercontinental vacation as a dad. But, eight words is hardly a column and anybody who knows me knows I...
by James Matthews | Oct 18, 2024 | Loss, Our Brood, Parenting, Postpartum
Content Warning: This post contains discussions of miscarriage and early loss. Due to its heavy content we suggest you take breaks when necessary, and check in with yourself. – Post written by James Matthews We were going to name her Ruby. I honestly don’t really...
