Christian Dashiell

Kansas

Content Update Editor at Parents

I write about parenting, pop culture & other interests ✍🏽 I talk about Ted Lasso on @TedLassoPod ⚽️ I enjoy hip-hop 🎤 BBQ 🍖 & sports 🏀 I laugh at trolls 🤣

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This Dad Gave a Great Response After Finding Out His Son Bullied a Peer

2 weeks ago | msn.com | Christian Dashiell

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This Dad Gave a Great Response After Finding Out His Son Bullied a Peer

3 weeks ago | parents.com | Christian Dashiell |Sarah Scott

An adolescent boy of Native American heritage sits on the couch at home and has a serious conversation with his attentive and loving dad. Parents/ fly view productions via getty images No parent wants to find out their child experiences any form of peer harassment, like teasing or bullying–though it's unfortunately a likely part of the adolescent experience. It can be particularly jarring, however, when you find out your child is the one doing the bullying.
This Dad Gave a Great Response After Finding Out His Son Bullied a Peer

3 weeks ago | yahoo.com | Christian Dashiell

Fact checked by Sarah ScottParents/ fly view productions via getty images An adolescent boy of Native American heritage sits on the couch at home and has a serious conversation with his attentive and loving dad. No parent wants to find out their child experiences any form of peer harassment, like teasing or bullying–though it's unfortunately a likely part of the adolescent experience. It can be particularly jarring, however, when you find out your child is the one doing the bullying.
The best bidet hits all the right spots

2 months ago | one5c.com | Christian Dashiell |Tyler Santora

While it took a pandemic-era toilet paper shortage to spur the change, more Americans than ever are embracing the bidet. Sales of the butt-washing bathroom appliance have increased at least 20% each year since lockdown and show no sign of slowing down. This is good news, as rinsing your posterior with a stream of water shot from a bidet is both less wasteful and more hygienic than wiping with toilet paper.
Parents Are Rejecting the ‘Idyllic’ and Embracing the ‘Real’, Thanks to This Latest Survey

2 months ago | msn.com | Christian Dashiell

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Parents Are Rejecting the ‘Idyllic’ and Embracing the ‘Real’, Thanks to This Latest Survey

2 months ago | parents.com | Christian Dashiell

When comparing our chaotic parenting lives against the idyllic households of parenting influencers, who appear to have all the right hacks for peaceful mealtimes and tranquil households, it can be easy for feelings of inadequacy to creep in. However, the real cheat code may be turning away from the idyllic and amplifying the real-life stories of parents who share similar struggles. It turns out doing so helps harness the power of connection and solidarity needed to navigate parenting challenges.
Dad Asks How Introverted Parents Communicate Their Need for Space to Kids

2 months ago | msn.com | Christian Dashiell

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Dad Asks How Introverted Parents Communicate Their Need for Space to Kids

2 months ago | parents.com | Christian Dashiell

Alone time can be fleeting for parents of young children. This can feel especially suffocating for introverted parents who are often drained by lively, interpersonal exchanges and energized by quiet, low-stimulation environments. While fellow adults are likely to be more understanding of requests for solitude, children can struggle to give their parents even a few moments of undisturbed calm.
The Best Fire Pits of 2024

Nov 18, 2024 | gearjunkie.com | Christian Dashiell

The ability to harness fire is one of humanity’s most significant accomplishments. And while a nice hole or a ring of rocks can provide an adequate setup for gathering around flaming embers, the best fire pits are preferable for both style and safety. While the basic premise of every fire pit is the same, features vary from model to model to suit different needs and preferences, so we have thoroughly examined which ones are best equipped for various situations.
Learn How to Carve a Turkey Like a Pro for Juicy Slices

Nov 6, 2024 | atbbq.com | Christian Dashiell

After taking the time to cook a delicious and beautiful turkey, there’s one final — and critical — task to master: carving the bird. Here, we’ll take the mystery out of how to carve a turkey so that your masterpiece will look the part and wow your friends and family from the moment they set eyes on it and so you can snap that perfect picture before everyone digs in.