Babies are full of surprises, aren’t they? Rashes, sleep regressions, that thing where they suddenly stop breathing for no good reason only to start again just as you reach peak panic levels. Well, one more to throw into the mix is cow’s milk protein allergy, or CMPA. This little beauty can throw a spanner into …
Month: March 2025
When my youngest was still a newborn, I used to sit up with her in the middle of the night while my partner slept. My mind would wonder, and I would end up on my phone learning all manner of weird and wonderful (and useless) factoids. One evening, I looked at my little girl bunched …
I’m always trying to stay on top of the latest trends and influences in my children’s lives. It’s impossible. Recently though, I noticed my kids constantly chattering about someone called “Mr Beast”. I’ll admit, I was clueless at first. Curiosity got the better of me, and I decided to do some digging. What I discovered …
We all need a little bit of help sometimes. Especially in winter, when purse stringers are as tight as the scarf you are wearing at home because the heating is so bloomin’ expensive! This is even more true if you are young and disabled, or have a child who is disabled. People in Scotland are …
You’ve just heard your child express interest in playing the viola after a school music demonstration. While your heart swells with pride at their enthusiasm for music, your wallet might be feeling a different emotion. Getting your child started on the viola is undeniably expensive due to the cost of lessons, music books, and of …
For many teenage girls, prom is one of the biggest nights of their high school experience. It’s the moment they’ve been dreaming of—an evening filled with glamour, dancing, and memories that will last a lifetime. But before that magical night arrives, there’s one crucial mission, and that is finding the perfect prom dress. And, dads, …
Expanding your family from one child to two can be just as terrifying as becoming a father. Don’t get me wrong, while the idea of adding another member of the family fills your heart with joy, the reality of caring for two little ones simultaneously can cause sleepless nights. And considering that sleepless nights are …
Divorcing a toxic spouse doesn’t just mean you’re ending a marriage (and a high-conflict one, at that). It also means reclaiming your peace, sanity, and future. If your partner is manipulative, emotionally abusive, or refusing to cooperate, the divorce process can feel more like a war zone than a legal proceeding. But no matter how …
Parenting in 2025 is an ever-evolving journey shaped by rapid technological advancements, changing social norms, and an increasingly diverse society. While every era brings fresh challenges, the modern parent must now contend with a world where screens dominate daily life, and cultural values can differ significantly even within the same neighbourhood. These dynamic shifts demand …
Since becoming a father, I have hosted more kids’ sleepovers than I care to remember. My goodness, they can be stressful! Or at least, they can be if you don’t have a plan. I’ve learned a thing or two about how to survive—and even enjoy—what can feel like a never-ending whirlwind of chaos when other …