Somehow we’ve survived two years in the parenthood trenches. Has it been as hard as everyone said? Probably. As exhausting as everyone said? Definitely. As enjoyable as everyone said? Big-time. Would I change a single thing about it? Hell no!
Tag: Dad
101 outdoor activities for families (21-40)
Here’s the second in our series of 101 outdoor activities for families. From hiking and paddling to climbing trees and taking wildlife photos, there’s something simple and fun for everyone to try!
Why I love (and hate) taking my kid to the park
I have a love-hate relationship with taking my kid to the park. He loves it, but hates when he was to leave. I love it until I want to leave, which he hates. And then we usually end up hating each other all the way home. Get it?
Calling all outdoorsy parents!
It’s no secret that in the UK we’re pretty rubbish at getting kids outside. And I had an interesting chat with an interesting bloke yesterday that make me realise I’d love to work with other outdoorsy parents to change that – who’s with me?
The 7 golden rules of puddle jumping
Leaping into muddy puddles might seem gross to us big cynical adults, but for young kids and toddlers puddle jumping is just another awesome outdoor adventure. Here’s how to nail it!
Why walking with a dog and toddler is a pain in the arse!
Look at these two cute little guys and that idillic backdrop. Walking with them both must be an absolute delight, right? Wrong. It’s a gigantic pain in the arse!
How to attract birds to your garden
With temperatures dropping as we head into autumn and winter, it’s an important time of year to look after wild birds. Here’s how to attract birds to your garden by stocking up your feeders.
18 months as a dad: what have I learned?
After a year-and-a-half in the parenthood trenches I’ve discovered that kids are bloody hard work, nothing makes me happier than seeing my son smile, and being a dad is probably the greatest thing in the world.
7 simple ways to get toddlers outdoors
With autumn on the way it’s all too easy to get stuck inside with your kids, so here are 7 simple ways to get toddlers outdoors.
Family Blog of the Year winners!
Something really cool happened to me a couple of weeks ago – my daft little website was named Family Blog of the Year by The Activity People.