Who needs Twitter when you can have sticky notes? Parenting can be quite the adventure, and with social media at our fingertips, sharing the comedic moments of raising kids has never been easier. But one stay-at-home dad has taken a more traditional route by putting pen to paper.
When his son was born in 2010, Mark Thompson decided to leave his job and embrace life as a stay-at-home dad. His wife, concerned about him juggling the numerous tasks that come with parenthood, encouraged him to jot down his responsibilities. However, Mark had a different idea.
“I thought it would be funny to write down even the most mundane tasks and stick them on my bulletin board,” Mark shared on his blog, Parenting Parody. “Of course, I completely forgot about the note. I also forgot to change the baby.”
Fast forward seven years and a second child later, Mark’s blog has amassed a following of over 60,000 on Facebook alone. A quick glance at his amusing posts explains the popularity—he combines genuine parenting advice with a lighthearted look at toddler life.
Mark’s journey as a stay-at-home dad began out of necessity. On his blog’s “about” page, he notes that daycare costs are “ridiculously high.” “It just made more financial sense for me to stay home with my kid than to earn a paycheck that would go straight to a daycare,” he reflects. As a fellow stay-at-home dad, I can relate; it’s one of the reasons I had my own challenging stint at home. Sadly, my wife’s nudging didn’t lead to any media buzz!
In addition to his blog and Facebook page, Mark shares snippets of his post-it humor and other quirky observations on Instagram and Pinterest. For more information on similar parenting topics, check out this insightful post about home insemination kits. If you’re exploring your own journey into parenthood, Make a Mom provides excellent resources as well. Alternatively, Hopkins Medicine serves as a fantastic reference for pregnancy and related topics.
In summary, Mark Thompson’s humorous sticky notes have turned into a delightful way to share the realities of parenting while keeping his wife entertained. His unique approach highlights the joys and challenges of being a stay-at-home dad, showcasing that laughter truly is the best medicine in family life.