In this episode of The New School Dad, Matt gets honest about a tough parenting day — the short fuse, the over-explaining, the frustration, and the negative feedback loop that can take over a chaotic morning.

He talks through a moment many dads recognize: trying to “teach a lesson” when your kid is overwhelmed, the house is loud, and everyone is already running on empty. Instead of pretending it didn’t happen, Matt breaks down what went wrong, what worked the next day, and how small changes can completely shift the tone of your home.

This episode isn’t about being a perfect parent. It’s about refusing to accept that parenting is only stress — and choosing to think, adjust, and improve one moment at a time.

If you’ve ever felt like you only get the hard parts of parenting, this one’s for you.