If his name isn't already familiar to you, you'll probably recognize Ck as the man behind The Hot Dad Walk™. After sharing that (swoon-worthy!) video with his precious babe in our bestselling Fern Chequer Wrap, we reached out to the new dad to chat all things fatherhood, including how the Solly Wrap keeps him connected to his Mexican heritage, his must-have baby items, and what he means when he says that "children are rocket fuel."
Name: CK Bolado
Children: Ronin (4 months)
Location: Los Angeles, CA
Occupation: Actor
You’re four months into being a dad. Define your role as a dad in five words.
Shepherd, Protector, Heart, Rock, Light
What’s it been like balancing your career as an actor with being a new dad?
As an artist, you spend your whole life trying to create something that matters—something that lasts. And then you finally do, and he calls you “Papa.”
Besides the fact that Hollywood has been on fire the last few years, balancing acting and fatherhood has only been difficult in the sense that every opportunity means less time with my son. But I make it fun—running lines with him in my Solly Wrap while he just looks up at me like, “What are you doing, Dad?”
He’s my biggest inspiration. The real shift has been going from doing things for myself to doing them for him. In a way, he’s my secret weapon—pushing me to be sharper, more focused, and more present in everything I do.
You’ve shared on social media that the Solly Wrap helps you feel connected to your heritage. Can you share more about that?
I’m Mexican, and growing up I saw the women in my family use a rebozo—basically a traditional baby wrap—so I always knew I wanted something that let me carry my kid in a similar way. The Solly Wrap just felt like the perfect mix of function and tradition, and I was all in.
What else do you love about your Solly Wrap?
That I get to keep my baby close—hands free. It’s honestly the only way I get anything done around the house. I do pretty much everything with him in the wrap—walks, meal prep, even practicing auditions. He’s cozy, I’m mobile, and we’re both happy. Total game-changer.
What's a "full heart moment" you've experienced lately?
Every morning, honestly. I’ve come to really cherish our little morning routine—just me, my wife, our baby, and our dog. Bowie, our Australian Shepherd, is basically my alarm clock. He gently boops me with his nose to wake me up, usually right before my wife and son are stirring. Then we all cuddle in bed for a bit before the day starts. It’s simple, but it’s kind of the best part of my day.
Three must-have baby items?
Solly Wrap, portable changing pad, Doona
Advice for other first-time dads?
Romanticize the experience—especially in those early, challenging months. Your perspective will shape your reality. Come into it with purpose and the intention to be present, to find joy, and to grow. Even the long nights and hard moments become meaningful when you understand they’re shaping not just your child, but you as a man, a partner, and a father.
And beyond that—go above the call of duty. Figure it out WITHOUT BEING TOLD. Don’t wait for a checklist or instructions. Leadership in fatherhood means anticipating needs and taking the mental load off of mom. That means don’t ask frustrating questions like which bottle to use (you have Google, use it!). Keep her hydrated. Bring her food—yes, she’s hungry. You had a child with this woman; you know what she likes to eat so don’t even ask (asking isn’t sexy). Show up. Handle it. A supported mom makes for a strong partnership, and a strong partnership creates a peaceful, thriving child.
You talk about kids being rocket fuel. What do you mean by that?
There’s a narrative out there that once you become a parent, your dreams take a backseat. But what people don’t tell you is how much more capable you become. Your time matters more, your why gets deeper, and suddenly you’re not just chasing dreams for you—you’re doing it to build something your child can be proud of. Children aren’t the end of ambition; they’re the fire underneath it.
I’m not chasing dreams despite being a parent—I’m chasing them because I am one.
That’s why I always say, “Children are not dream killers; they are rocket fuel. And I’m taking this baby to the moon.”
What Solly pieces do you have, and what’s on your wishlist?
Have: Fern Chequer Wrap and Totepack, and the Bleu Toile Baby Sleep Set
Wishlist: Mist and Driftwood Stripe Baby Sleep Sets, Taupe Nursing Cover
Rapid-fire Q+A...
Favorite indulgence: Ice cream
Best Children’s book: Where the Wild Things Are
Drink of choice: Water
Favorite sans-kids activity: Daily walk, acting class/gym
Parenthood topic you could talk about forever: Children are not dream killers, they are rocket fuel
Post-bedtime with the kids snack: Yogurt and granola
