Navigating fatherhood with Logan Donnelly

Parenthood is a unique and rewarding experience, but it can also be overwhelming and challenging. From the moment you hold your baby for the first time, you are responsible for their well-being and development. Navigating the ups and downs of parenthood can be tricky, especially for first-time parents, but with the right tips and strategies, it can be a fulfilling journey. In this era where the internet is filled with information, it can be hard to filter through the overwhelming advice, making it hard to know which tips are worth following.    In this episode, I am joined by Logan Donnelly, the Founder of Kiwi Dad, where he shares his experiences and provides helpful tips for new parents. Today, Logan talks about how budgeting and finances are linked to parenthood, how to deal with the pressure of being a parent for the first time and the importance of values in parenting and relationships. He also shares some tips for creating a culture that encourages communication and compassion in relationships. Tune in to learn more about this and other exciting topics!   Timestamps [00:42] How Logan help dads navigate parenthood [01:28] How budgeting and finances are linked to parenthood [02:05] The feedback that Logan got from the budgeting plan [05:17] How it feels to take the financial transition and start budgeting [07:03] The major pressure for dads when they become parents for the first time [12:01] How Logan’s wife dealt with the change to becoming a parent [15:41] Tips to deal with the pressure of being a parent for the first time [18:30] Adapting to the growth mindset of being a parent and providing for your family [20:36] The compromises that we should make as parents [26:26] The importance of values in parenting and relationships [29:43] Tips to create a culture that encourages communication and compassion  in relationships Notable quotes: ●      “When you adapt to that growth mindset, you are taking the shape of your new life, and that's hard work.  Sometimes, we just want to sit in that victim mentality.” ●      “The value piece is huge in parenting. It shapes who you are and how you respond to things.” ●      “If you get a happy dad who is confident, that is going to be passed down into his relationship with his partner and the baby.” YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5CkNOX-WclWMyRQl1lP_ww Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_kiwidad/ Website: https://www.freshcoaching.me/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/annavealecoach Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/freshcoachingnz/?hl=en  A big thank you to the sponsors of this show, Financial Independence. www.financialindependence.co.nz