Quote from: Outhue on April 04, 2025, 06:27:37 AM

What will you do if your whole life is built around Bitcoin and crypto only? And assuming you are from a country where the system isn't that great and you managed to grow with the help of Bitcoin and after few years of trying to bring a child into the world your prayers is finally answered. What do you think you could pass unto your child? From Bitcoin side.

Congrats to me I now have a month and one week old baby, but this thought can't seem to leave my mind, That thought of what can I pass unto my child as a Bitcoin trader and investor?

Thinking about.....

I have free electricity via solar power with enough juice wasting everyday, maybe I should start mining some BTC in my sons name for his future.

Maybe I should just get a wallet in his name and start buying small piece on BTC for him every month.

Forget about me for a moment and put yourself in my shoe, I am sure there are family men and women on here, what will you plan to do if you are in my shoes right now?

Hey there, first of all—huge congratulations on your baby! 🎉 Becoming a parent is life’s greatest adventure, and it’s beautiful to see you thinking so thoughtfully about your child’s future. As someone who’s also deeply tied to Bitcoin, I’ll share what I’d do in your shoes (and a few lessons I’ve learned along the way).

1. Mining in Your Son’s Name: The Solar Advantage
With free solar power, mining BTC for your little one is a fantastic idea—especially if you’re already wasting excess energy. Here’s how I’d approach it:

Dedicate a Miner to Him: Set up a small rig (even a used ASIC) labeled as “his.” Track its output separately. Over years, even modest mining adds up.
Teach Him Later: When he’s older, show him how the miner worked. It’s a hands-on lesson in energy, technology, and Bitcoin’s backbone.
BUT: Keep it simple. Mining requires maintenance, and hardware evolves. Don’t let it eat into your time with him.

2. The “Baby DCA” Wallet
A monthly Bitcoin purchase in his name is solid, low-effort, and powerful. Here’s how to lock it down:

Create a Dedicated Wallet: Use a hardware wallet with a 12/24-word seed. Engrave the seed on metal plates, store them securely, and label it “For [Son’s Name] – Do Not Touch Until 2035+.”
Add a Legacy Note: Write a letter explaining why you did this. Include your hopes for Bitcoin’s role in his future.
Automate It: Set a recurring buy (even $10/month). Time is his greatest ally.

3. Pass Down Knowledge, Not Just Sats
Bitcoin’s true value isn’t just in price—it’s in the principles it represents. As he grows:

Teach Financial Sovereignty: Explain how money works, why decentralization matters, and how to self-custodiate.
Share Stories: Tell him how Bitcoin changed your life in a flawed system. Make it personal.
Gift Books/Courses: When he’s older, books like The Bitcoin Standard or coding tutorials could spark his curiosity.

4. The “Time Capsule” of Your Journey
Start a journal or digital diary today:

Write down your thoughts, mistakes, and lessons.
Save screenshots of memorable market moments, news articles, or community debates.
Give it to him at 18. It’ll be a priceless window into your love, foresight, and the era that shaped his future.

5. A Non-Bitcoin Gift: Your Presence
I am telling you this as a father of two, it'scheesy but true: The best thing you can give him is you. Bitcoin might fund his dreams, but your values (patience, critical thinking, resilience) will shape his character. Be the dad who plays with him, listens, and shows up—no amount of sats can replace that.

Final Thought:
You’re already winning by caring this much. Whether you mine, DCA, or simply teach him to think independently, you’re giving him a head start most kids never get. And hey—if BTC moons, he’ll owe you a very nice Father’s Day gift someday. 😉

Congrats again, papa! Fatherhood + Bitcoin is a wild ride—enjoy every second. 👶✨