Jimmy Thompson’s upcoming book, Your Baby’s First Word Will Be DADA, set to release on June 9, offers humorous insights into the parenting journey. He recalls how his pediatrician warned him that his daughter’s first word would likely be “Dada,” as it’s simpler to pronounce compared to “Mama.” However, Thompson experienced a humorous twist when he attempted to influence his child’s vocabulary by labeling everything around her as “Dada,” including her bottle and toys, but to no avail. This inspired him to write a book to help other fathers navigate similar challenges.
In an interview with Parents online, Thompson shared relatable experiences from fatherhood, revealing that, despite his celebrity status, he considers himself quite the ordinary dad—except for his penchant for making homemade baby food, with beet and Swiss chard pudding being his specialty.
Insights from Thompson’s Parenting Journey
- “They vomit a lot. At one point, I thought about renaming my first child Linda Blair due to the excessive spitting up.”
It’s refreshing to know that even famous parents contend with regular parenting messes. - He noted the frequent discussions about bodily functions that come with parenthood. “When people learn I have a new baby, they immediately ask about her sleep and poop patterns. It’s amusing how quickly you adapt to these conversations.”
It seems that the topic of poop is universal, transcending even the realm of celebrity. - “I never thought I would be that annoying parent, but as soon as my daughter was born, I found myself showing off pictures to complete strangers.”
The combination of new parenthood and social media can be quite potent!
When asked which of his “Tonight Show” guests he would trust to babysit, he mentioned, “I’d probably go with Will Ferrell. He’s a great dad and would make an entertaining babysitter.” Personally, I’d choose someone like Tina Fey for a fun evening.
Interestingly, when asked about hand-me-downs for his children, Thompson surprised many by stating, “I have clothes from all my nieces and nephews. We also donate gifts we receive from celebrities to various charities like Baby Buggy and Toys for Tots. It’s quite amusing to imagine babies dressed in designer outfits, like Hermès booties, thanks to us!”
I can’t wait to see those stylish little ones on social media!
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In summary, Jimmy Thompson’s humorous take on fatherhood highlights the challenges and joys of parenting, from the inevitable messes to the joy of sharing precious moments with friends and family.