Tips, advice and little nuggets of knowledge I’ve picked up in the crazy world of being a dad.
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One man and his dog go car camping
Here’s a recipe for a bad night’s sleep: an estate car, an inflatable airbed, a double duvet, a remote Peak District car park, a hot summer night and a rampant jack russell terrier. Why do I never learn?
Car breakdowns with kids – 11 top tips
I’ve recently, and annoyingly, become quite experienced at breaking down on motorways with an impatient one-year-old in the back of my car. Here’s what I’ve learned…
Review: Smart Trike Dream 4-in-1
As your baby grows into an energetic toddler they could start getting bored and restless in the pram, which is where the Smart Trike Dream 4-in-1 comes in. Sonny loves his, and so do I.
Our first family microadventure
What do you get when you mix an inflatable canoe, a lazy river, a hot summer day, and a daredevil toddler? The perfect family microadventure!
How to keep your toddler safe in the sun
It’s that time of the year when, even in rainy England, your toddler faces direct exposure to strong sunlight. Here’s a few tips on how to keep them safe.
Review: Coleman CXS+ 250 LED head torch
I should make it clear from the start that the Coleman CXS+ 250 LED head torch isn’t a kids’ toy – it’s a proper piece of outdoor kit – but the good news is Sonny loves it just as much as I do.
7 days off dad duty: and I hated it
I’ve just spent six nights away from home, doing all the stuff I love doing, free of the responsibilities of being a dad, and I can’t believe how much I missed it all. On the face of it, the past week has been very cool. I spent three days Read More …
When does a baby become a toddler?
This is a genuine question, because I’ve got no idea. I still think of Sonny as a baby, but only because I always have done. He’s big, loud, almost 14 months old and standing on his own two feet, so does that mean my little boy’s turned into a toddler?
Family walk: Bempton Cliffs, East Yorkshire
Here’s a cool thing to do if you want to see awesome scenery, spectacular wildlife and meet some incredibly friendly and helpful people – go and have a walk around RSPB Bempton Cliffs nature reserve.
VIDEO: how to bore a baby to sleep…
Just take him for a sunny walk in the woods. Works every time for me!