Host Lina Forrestal interviews Matthew Simon -- Yes, a DAD! Matt’s wife, Alexis, has been on the podcast twice, telling the story of their son, Theo, who was born with a rare genetic heart condition. In the first episode, she talked through the journey of his diagnosis and in the second episode, she walked us through what it was like watching Theo get heart surgery for his condition. In those episodes, she mentioned how she and her husband, Matt, are a team.  In this episode, we hear from his perspective: what this journey has been like, how he’s feeling today, and what is the secret sauce to working as a team during challenging times. Connect with Matt & Alexis:https://www.instagram.com/alexisasimon/https://www.instagram.com/mcharlessimon/ Matt also provides a list of excellent book recommendations below! Pimp: The Story of My Life The Choice - Edith EgerNever Split the Difference - Chris VossThe Expectant Father - Armon BrottCan't Hurt Me - David GogginsGrit - Angela Lee DuckworthBad Blood - John CarreyrouInfluence Is Your Superpower - Zoe Chance / ZoeBuilt to Sell - John WarrillowMr. Humble and Dr. Butcher - Brandy SchillaceDifferently Wired - Deborah ReberProject Hail Mary -or- The Martian - Any WierShoe Dog - Phil KnightConnect with Lina on InstagramFollow the New Mamas Podcast on InstagramRead Lina's Motherhood BlogSupport the Show: Buy Me a CoffeeSupport the showConnect with Lina on @linaforrestal on InstagramFollow the @newmamaspodcast on InstagramRead Lina's Blog: www.linaforrestal.comSupport the Show: Buy Me a Coffee (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/newmamaspodcast)