There are jobs in parenting you know you’ll have to do from day one. Changing nappies, helping with homework, ferrying them to birthday parties. But then there are the ones you hope you’ll never face — like breaking bad news. Whether it’s the death of a grandparent, the loss of a pet, or news that …
Like a lot of dads, I started baking sourdough during lockdown. Back then, it was less about becoming a master baker and more about keeping the kids occupied and putting something on the table that wasn’t pasta for the fifth night in a row. To my surprise, the habit stuck. The Joe Wicks workouts fizzled …
There comes a point in every dad’s life when you realise your trusty sunglasses just aren’t cutting it anymore. Maybe the arms are hanging on by a screw that’s long since given up. Maybe the lenses are scratched to the point that you feel like you’re peering through cling film. Or maybe you’ve just noticed …
Morning rituals are an essential part of human life. For some, the day cannot truly begin without the familiar aroma of freshly brewed coffee. For others, reaching for a vape provides the moment of pause needed before facing the demands of the day. Both routines have grown into cultural mainstays, each offering a sense of …
Every parent knows the sinking feeling. Your child comes home buzzing about a new friend, and at first it seems harmless enough. Then you notice the changes: a sharpness in tone, bending the truth more often, testing boundaries they’d never pushed before. You start to wonder whether this new companion is such a good influence …
There are moments in fatherhood that feel light. A child’s laughter, a cuddle on the sofa, the rare but glorious Saturday morning lie-in. But there are also moments — and sometimes long stretches — that feel undeniably heavy. It isn’t just about the obvious stuff, like sleepless nights or wrestling overtired kids into car seats. …
There are many things that unite parents – sleepless nights, school runs, and wondering why kids are so good at finding biscuits but hopeless at finding their shoes. But perhaps the strongest bond of all is our collective need for coffee. The question is: how do you actually make it? A quick jar of instant …
Screens get a bad rap when it comes to kids. They’re blamed for everything from short attention spans to the mysterious ability to hum TikTok songs for days on end. But let’s be honest: screens are here to stay. The trick, as any parent knows, is making sure they’re being used for something vaguely useful …
For numerous families across the UK, the morning school run is a well-rehearsed routine. However, as children mature, the question inevitably arises from parents as to when their children are old enough to start walking to school alone? This pivotal transition represents a significant milestone, fostering independence and self-reliance, but getting the timing right is …
Preparing for your GCSE exams can feel intense, but the right approach can make all the difference to your results. It’s not just about how many hours you study, but about making sure you use that time in a way that works best for you. By following clear steps and using proven methods, you’ll prepare …