In this special solo episode of Ladylike: The Girl Dad Podcast, I turn the mic on myself. No guests. No safety net. Just the real story of why I started this show, the lessons fatherhood has forced me to learn, and the women who shaped me when I needed it most.

From botched car seat installs to 3am feedings, from my foster son’s court case to the smallest “dad wins” that made me feel like a superhero—this is the most honest I’ve ever been about the journey I’m on as a husband, father, and storyteller.

And at the heart of it all is a letter to my daughter Drew—a love letter with a mic—about what I hope she inherits, what I pray she unlearns, and why presence will always matter more than perfection.

Whether you’re a parent, a daughter, or just someone figuring out how to live with intention, this one’s for you.

Erin Nutting is 37 weeks pregnant, 10,000 followers deep on TikTok, and honest about everything—from her Texas roots to her CPS work, content creation, faith, and becoming a first-time mom. This episode is about what we hope our daughters inherit, and the strength it takes to build a life you’re proud of.

Six months ago, my daughter Drew was born—and so was this podcast. In that time, my wife Anna and I have been learning how to raise a baby, how to stay connected as partners, and how to build something meaningful—both at home and in this show.

So today, we’re sitting down together to reflect on what the last six months have taught us. About parenthood. About marriage. About identity. About creating something that matters while raising someone who matters even more.

This episode includes a special “Baby Book” segment, where we answer questions we might one day forget—but Drew hopefully never will. And, as always, we end with a letter to our daughter. This time, from both of us.

If you’re new to Ladylike, this is a great place to start. It’s the story behind the show, the heartbeat behind the mic—and a window into what’s made us who we are as a family.