One of the biggest shifts since becoming a dad — aside from the amount of time I spend covered in stickers — is how much time I spend thinking about screens. Not mine, though I should probably think about that too. I mean the kids’. Between tablets, TVs, phones and consoles, there’s a lot out …
Our home is a sanctuary of peace, comfort, and security. It is the one place where we can feel safe and at ease. However, ensuring that our home remains safe requires careful planning and ongoing effort. Securing our homes should be a priority concern among homeowners. Home safety is a general term for a variety …
When you are planning an event, you must always be mindful of the details that are involved in the process. No matter the type of event, a wedding, a corporate seminar, a milestone celebration, an outdoor barbeque, etc. Anything can be changed from normal to extraordinary by paying attention to certain factors, such as theme, …
Let’s be honest: dads aren’t always known for their footwear game. A lot of us find something that works, wears it into the ground, and then replaces it with the exact same thing. If it ain’t broke, and all that. But becoming a dad has a way of dragging you into situations you never expected—school …
As a parent, few situations are as heart-wrenching as learning your child is being bullied. The instinct to protect our little ones is strong, but knowing the best way to empower them can be challenging. We can’t deal with the bullies ourselves that’s for sure, and schools aren’t always the most help. So what is …
Let’s face it—eating out is not always inexpensive. Even a simple meal can easily cost over twenty quid before you even order dessert. But the bright spot? There are always deals to be had at restaurants going around. Some come and go with the seasons, sure, but most stick around year-round. If you happen to …
I love spending time in the kitchen, and I’ve found that cooking with my children is one of the most rewarding experiences we can share. Not only does it provide quality bonding time, but it also equips them with essential life skills and builds a healthy relationship with food. But when is the right time …
God, where do I even start with this one? Christmas 2001 – I was seven, maybe eight – and there it was under the tree. A bright red BMX with those plastic streamers hanging from the handlebars (you know the ones, they made that satisfying fluttering sound when you rode fast). My parents had somehow …
A glass chopping board is a modern accessory that is becoming more and more common in our homes. No surprise – as a product made of tempered glass, it offers exceptional durability, proving itself in every kitchen. It is usually used as a surface for chopping or serving meals but has other applications as well. …
There’s a moment most parents hit somewhere around their child’s fourth birthday when you realise weekends are no longer yours. You’re now a full-time driver, snack packer, and emotional support human for a range of extracurricular activities you never signed up for. Football. Drama. Karate. Code Club. Tae bloomin’ Kwon Do. Whatever the club, they …