Mike Julianelle

About Mike Julianelle

Mike Julianelle is a thirty-something Brooklynite and member of the NYC Dads Group. He shares his experiences as a father and bitches about the ways the existence of his son – not to mention the myriad responsibilities surrounding that existence – is destroying his social life on his blog Dad and Buried.

Planning Parenthood Required When Real School Starts

July 22, 2024 by Mike Julianelle

Planning is what separates man from the animals. It’s what makes you an adult. And, man, it totally suuuuuuuuuuuucks.

Christmas Magic Depends on This Scrooge Not Stumbling

December 18, 2023 by Mike Julianelle

Not only has my wife’s Christmas-loving resolve strengthened now that we have a kid, but my workload has greatly increased.

Imposter Syndrome for Parent a Daily Battle to Overcome

August 23, 2021 by Mike Julianelle

Imposter syndrome in parenting, where you feel incompetent and ashamed of your child-rearing ability, is common. Overcoming it is possible.

Bed Sharing with Child Great if You Don’t Need Sleep

August 27, 2019 by Mike Julianelle

Some love co-sleeping but bed sharing with a toddler means I’m losing out on something I truly love — a good night’s sleep.

Lying Comes Easy to Children, Easier to Their Parents

July 23, 2019 by Mike Julianelle

Dealing with lying children is part of being a parent. But are you ready for all the lying you will do rest to get a little peace and quiet?

Curse of When Your Kid Starts Using Swear Words

February 11, 2019 by Mike Julianelle

I’m not always proud of the language I use, but I was still shocked when my son uttered his first curse word. Now my wife and I watch all we say.