Monkey Farts

A Dad's Guide to Surviving Parenthood One Laugh at a Time

Equal parts chaos, comedy, and compassion, Monkey Farts captures the wild ride of parenting children with special needs through laugh-out-loud stories and genuine moments of insight.

CALLING ALL DADS!

Monkey Farts: A Dad’s Guide to Surviving Parenthood One Laugh at a Time is a hilarious and heartfelt glimpse into fatherhood from Dr. Dan Montgomery, a dad of two amazing girls on the autism spectrum. With equal parts humor and honesty, Dr. Dan shares the chaotic, comical, and occasionally questionable moments of parenting that every dad can relate to—especially the ones raising neurodivergent kids.From public restroom disasters to philosophical musings on why kids find flatulence endlessly hilarious, this book is a riotous survival manual for any dad who's ever found himself holding a diaper in one hand and Googling “is this normal?” with the other.Inside you’ll discover:* Hilarious real-life dad fails (yes, poop is involved).* The science—and the mystery—behind the eternal fart joke.* Battle-tested tips for surviving road trips, meltdowns, and birthday sugar crashes.Unexpected moments of beauty, growth, and grace in the middle of the madness.Whether you’re a brand-new dad, a seasoned pro, or somewhere between “I got this” and “send help,” Monkey Farts will remind you that laughter is essential, coffee is sacred, and love—especially the messy, loud, unconventional kind—is what makes the ride worth it.Perfect for Father’s Day, baby showers, or any parent who’s ever stepped on a LEGO in the dark.

About the Author

Dr. Dan Montgomery is a lifelong educator, researcher, and father who knows firsthand that parenting is equal parts chaos, comedy, and compassion. With an Ed.D. in Organizational Leadership and Special Education, Dr. Montgomery has spent years studying the unique challenges faced by rural fathers raising children with autism, particularly those navigating the realities of rural schools. His research is not just academic-it is personal.As the proud dad of two amazing daughters on the autism spectrum, Dan's world is filled with big questions, honest conversations, and the kind of wild, unexpected moments that only fatherhood can deliver. Monkey Farts is his humorous, heartfelt attempt to capture those moments-because if
you do not laugh, you might cry... or step on a LEGO.
Beyond the classroom, Dr. Montgomery has served in multiple ministry roles, bringing encouragement and guidance to families and youth. He currently works for the Division of Youth
Services, where he continues to advocate for kids and families who need support the most.
When he is not wrangling kids, cracking dad jokes, or navigating life's curveballs, you might find him
strumming his mandolin, chasing guinea pigs, or writing about faith, family, and farts with equal
sincerity.

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