I appreciate the consistency of the attendees, David's light but informed hand, and the real caring between the members. One mom, who has logged in many hours with the chat, is Sandy Kinghorn of East Layton, Utah. She likes the personal connection and support the chat provides. Her husband an at-home dad, has not tried the chat yet. Women talk to each other about their problems.
Men seem to deal with problems in a solitary way.
Women, over the centuries, have developed good networking and group problem solving skills. I can't tell you all how hearing other dads face the same situations I am facing has helped me. When wise voices from the group calmed my fears and helped with wonderful suggestions. Topics usually go astray and can lead to interesting discussions. After almost 2 years the members get to know each other well even though most haven't met each other.