In every family, roles tend to fall into place whether we consciously assign them or not. Someone becomes the organiser, the feeder, the cuddler, the storyteller. Someone’s the “yes” person, someone else ends up being “ask your mum/dad.” And — almost inevitably — one of us becomes the fun parent. And, if you’re reading this …
Big news – Peppa Pig has a new baby sister. Yes, really. The cartoon pig whose snorts have echoed around my living room since my eldest could crawl is now a big sister all over again – and I wasn’t ready. In what might be the biggest thing to happen to children’s television since Bing …
It’s hard to write this, even now. Years later, the grief is still there — quieter maybe, but not gone. It creeps in unexpectedly, and every now and then it makes me cry again. My partner and I lost three children through miscarriage. The first two were early on. It was worse for her, and …
When I first became a Dad, I thought the hard parts would be the sleepless nights or the endless nappy changes. Turns out, one of the toughest challenges wasn’t physical at all — it was emotional. How do you teach your kids to talk about their feelings… when you never really learned how to yourself? …
Growing up in a small town with humble beginnings, I never imagined I’d find myself grappling with the complexities of social mobility and class identity. Yet here I am, living what many would consider a very comfortable middle-class life, complete with a decent job and the trappings of financial stability. But beneath this veneer of …
If you’re reading this, chances are you’re going through one of the toughest times a father can face. Divorce is difficult enough on its own, but when you throw kids into the mix? Different ball game. Going from tucking your little ones in every night to suddenly having an empty house can feel like someone’s …
The sombre statistics paint a grim picture – in the UK, a staggering three out of every four suicides involve men. This harrowing reality begs the question: why are males disproportionately affected by this devastating phenomenon? While suicide is a multifaceted issue with no single cause, understanding the underlying factors can pave the way for …
Becoming a father is a life-altering experience filled with joy and excitement, but it can also bring about significant stress and challenges. As fathers, we often find ourselves navigating the complexities of work, family, and personal responsibilities, all while striving to provide the best for our children. The weight of these responsibilities can sometimes feel …
Parenting is a journey filled with ups and downs, and it’s not uncommon to feel like you’re failing as a father at times. The pressure to be the perfect parent can be overwhelming, and it’s easy to compare yourself to others and feel like you’re not measuring up. But the truth is, no one is …