Joshua David Stein

Joshua David Stein is a Brooklyn-based author and journalist. He was Fatherly's Editor-at-Large, a restaurant critic for The New York Observer and has been a food columnist for The Village Voice. He is also the author of many children's books, including 'Brick: Who Found Herself in Architecture'; 'What's Cooking?'; 'Can I Eat That?'; 'The Ball Book'; and 'Cooking for Your Kids'.

style

What Should A Dad Smell Like?

By Joshua David Stein

In the ’80s and ’90s most dads bore a strong musk reminiscent of a certain Calvin Klein product. Today, it’s not quite so simple.

Ancient Thoughts

I’m Still Thinking About The Roman Empire. We All Should Be

By Joshua David Stein

Unlike my fellow Rome-obsessed brethren, my thoughts of the Roman Empire do not dwell on its well-muscled warriors or ingenious architecture.

Cuddly Kingdoms

The Life Of Stuffies: An Evolutionary Exploration

By Joshua David Stein

Stuffed animals, now known as “stuffies,” have ... evolved since we were kids. One dad goes deep into the toy store jungle to see them in the wild and grapple with their mutation.

Great Reads

The Greatest Picture Books Of All Time, According To Parents, Authors And Illustrators

By Joshua David Stein, Nadia Aguiar, Ryan Britt, Tyghe Trimble, Julia Holmes, Adam Rubin, Oge Mora, Jason Chin and Ron Barrett

Bedtime reading just got better.

Life

I’m Divorced, I’m Going on Dates, and I’m Hopeful.

By Joshua David Stein

A newly divorced dad turns to Bumble looking for a fresh start. A first date gives him just what he's looking for.

Life

Two People Swipe Right on Bumble. Now What?

By Joshua David Stein

A newly divorced dad turns to Bumble for a fresh start. Profile complete, he now looks forward to the date. But first, how do you get to the plans?

Life

I’m Divorced And Ready to Date. But First, What the Hell Goes in a Dating Profile?

By Joshua David Stein

A newly divorced dad turns to Bumble to look for a fresh start. Now he just needs to choose the words and pictures that best represent him. How does that work?

Style

Best Aviator Sunglasses

By Joshua David Stein

These shades are all about performance and badassery.

Life

All Men Need a Therapist, But Especially Dads

By Joshua David Stein

Therapist Lori Gottlieb makes a very convincing case as to why men need to get their ass on a therapist's couch, especially if they're a dad.

Entertainment

Is the Great Wolf Lodge the Perfect Family Resort?

By Joshua David Stein

One dad's journey into belly of indoor water parks

Style

Winning Pairs: The Best Men’s Sunglasses Under $50

By Joshua David Stein

They'll keep your eyes safe from the sun and yourself safe from bitter self-recrimination when you inevitably lose them.

Entertainment

At 70 Years Old, Raffi Is Singing New Songs and Fighting New Fascists

By Joshua David Stein

At 70, the beloved children's musician is speaking (and singing) his truth. Just try to stop him.

Entertainment

A Minivan Made Me Love the Family Road Trip Again

By Joshua David Stein

How do you take two rambunctious boys on a road trip? Start with the right vehicle.

Life

The Fatherly Questionnaire: Colorado Governor Jared Polis

By Joshua David Stein

Jared Polis is about to become the first openly Gay governor in America. His priority? Early childhood education.

Entertainment

The Most Common Fights Families Have About Sex, Money, Chores, & Kids

By Joshua David Stein

From the "Little Things Add Up" Argument to the "Oh Yeah, I'd Like To See You Give Birth" Fight.

Gear

The 7 Most Beautifully Designed Children’s Toys, According to Someone Who Actually Knows

By Joshua David Stein

These toys are so beautiful you won't want to play with them. But you should.

Entertainment

Comedian Sebastian Maniscalco is an Old-School Comic and Family Man (in a Good Way)

By Joshua David Stein

Leave the fun. Take the cannoli!

Life

The 5 Types of Divorced Dads You Meet

By Joshua David Stein

From "The Shadow Dad" to "The Still Friends Dad"

Parenting

The Words My Son Mispronounces Are Adorable — But They Need to Be Stopped

By Joshua David Stein

My kid mispronounces words. I love this and want to savor the youthful innocence of it all. But, for his sake, I must also try to stop it.

Entertainment

La Colombe Founder Todd Carmichael is a Father, an Adventurer, and a Good Dude

By Joshua David Stein

Firebrand entrepreneur Todd Carmichael has four adopted children, a bit of an attitude, and a notion of how to do better than his corporate rivals (cough, Starbucks, cough).