Shim Hyung-tak Aspires to Become a Father of Many: Insights from Parenting Expert Jung Sung-ho

Actor Shim Hyung-tak, known as 'Saebok's Dad,' expressed his ambition to become a father of many children.

On the 137th episode of Channel A's variety show 'Modern Men Life - Groom Class' (hereafter referred to as 'Groom Class'), aired on the 30th, Shim Hyung-tak was seen receiving practical parenting tips from Jung Sung-ho, a loving father of five.

With the birth of 'Saebok' (the nickname for his unborn child) expected in January next year, Shim Hyung-tak visited the home of Jung Sung-ho, a well-known multi-child father in the entertainment industry. He sought Jung's help to experience practical parenting and gain valuable tips. Upon entering Jung's home, Shim was amazed by the wall filled with family photos and said, "You are my 'role model.' I also want to have three children," he laughed.

Hearing this, Jung Sung-ho replied, "Everything gets packed when you start parenting. I'll show you the reality," and gave him a tour of the house. Jung's home had no less than seven refrigerators, and the laundry was overwhelming. Additionally, the utility room was filled with unopened Lego boxes covered in dust, which shocked Shim Hyung-tak, who said, "It feels like my future. It's sad," with a dazed expression.

Jung Sung-ho briefly entrusted his youngest child to Shim Hyung-tak while he sliced the watermelon Shim brought. Holding the child, Shim expressed, "This feeling is so good," feeling happy. However, when the child cried, Shim panicked, and Jung skillfully calmed the child. He revealed, "I quit drinking and golf while raising children. It's just family, this one thing," earning applause from the 'studio mentor group.'

In a peaceful atmosphere, Jung Sung-ho's four children returned home together. As soon as they arrived, they naturally took care of their youngest sibling. Watching the children move in perfect harmony, Shim Hyung-tak was impressed, and Kim Jong-min, observing from the studio, joked, "I originally thought of having one or two children, but seeing Jung Sung-ho's family, having many children seems fine. I want to have them quickly."

Jung Sung-ho then shared practical parenting tips, emphasizing the importance of postpartum care centers. He said, "Even if your wife is in a postpartum care center, the husband must be by her side," to which Shim Hyung-tak responded, "I planned to enjoy some alone time while my wife was at the 'postpartum care center,'" feeling flustered. 'Principal' Lee Seung-chul stressed, "If you're not there with her, it's a big deal. That feeling of disappointment lasts a lifetime."

While Shim Hyung-tak was gaining significant insights, Jung's second daughter cooked a whopping 15 servings of black bean noodles for everyone's lunch. After the meal, Jung Sung-ho gave Shim Hyung-tak some baby products used by his children, to which Shim slyly asked, "So, are you not considering a sixth child?" Jung humorously replied, "No, we're out of rooms now."

Reporter Taeyuna, TenAsia youyou@tenasia.co.kr