TV Host Bam Delighted as Toddler Says First Word: 'Papa'
TV host Bam celebrated his toddler's first word—"papa"—as the nearly 15-month-old hits developmental milestones while the presenter balances parenting duties solo without hired help.
TV presenter Bam Pitipat Kutrakoonsai is beaming with the life of a young father after his child spoke the word 'papa' as a first word. He reveals raising the child on his own without any nanny support and juggling fatherhood with his wife through both tiresome and joyful moments.
The stylish presenter recently hosted a 80-hour live streaming marathon event called Nuui Starathon 8.8, and his eyes and face radiate freshness—clearly past the sleep-deprived phase. When asked for an update on fatherhood, Bam shared:
"I'm getting full sleep now. I've already gone through that phase of waking up every 2 to 3 hours. We still sleep together like before, though sometimes he sleeps sideways instead of straight, so even our king-size bed feels too small now. But I'm very happy. He's almost 15 months old now, and seeing him grow is truly joyful. Becoming a father and watching his development is fun. Wow, why does he learn so quickly? Now he says 'pa...papa' and it's fun every single day with something new happening. My heart swells knowing he called his father first as his first word. Though I realize it might be easier than other words—the doctor warned me that he'd likely say papa before mama.
I'm raising him entirely on my own with no nanny at all. Luckily, both our parents give full support. I try not to spoil him to avoid tiring myself. For example, at mealtimes he eats at the table properly, not walking around while I feed him, which would exhaust me having to follow, clean up. Like they say, getting the first button right makes everything else easier.
It's tiring but happy. I'm a bit strict personally—kids pick up on that. They sense when you're serious or intense. They know they can't do certain things. Right now I have time; work isn't every day. My wife and I communicate about parenting so we can raise him happily. There are strict moments, but we manage our emotions together. We hold each other's hands through it. Sure, we slip sometimes on days when we're really stressed and tired, but we talk it through." Bam said.
