The Mental Health Side of Becoming a Dad with Matt Bowman

In this episode, Jamie, Blair, and Blake sit down with their good friend Matt, who just became a dad. We dive into the real highs and lows of new fatherhood — from sleepless nights and baby-led weaning to mental health struggles, identity shifts, and the surprising ways relationships change after bringing a baby home.

This conversation is raw, honest, and full of stories that every dad (and partner) can relate to. If you’ve ever wondered what the first six months of parenthood really look like, this one’s for you.

⏱ Chapters
00:00 – Intro: Why we’re talking fatherhood

00:50 – Matt’s sleep training success

02:00 – Starting solids & scary first foods

05:00 – Baby looking like dad? Reflections on identity

06:30 – Biggest unexpected changes in daily life

08:00 – Balancing freedom, hobbies & parenting

11:20 – Good enough parenting & self-reflection

13:30 – Coming home from the hospital: reality check

16:00 – Building love & attachment over time

18:00 – Baby milestones & finally having fun

20:00 – Jamie’s emotional first moments as a dad

22:00 – Postpartum depression & men’s mental health

25:00 – Therapy, life coaching, and support systems

28:00 – Parenting schedules: the freedom paradox

30:00 – Emotional ups & downs as a new dad

33:00 – Anger, frustration, and healthy outlets

36:00 – Tolerance for chaos & crying

39:00 – Partner communication & tactical teamwork

41:00 – Shifts with friends & family dynamics

43:00 – Parenting with grandparents’ help

46:00 – Looking forward: what dads get excited about

48:00 – Closing reflections

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