Balance bikes are a great idea. They give kids confidence on two wheels, teach them to ride before the can pedal, and should eventually mean they don’t need stabilisers. But how do they actually work?
Tag: Growing up
Surviving two years as a dad: tired, proud, happier than ever
Somehow we’ve survived two years in the parenthood trenches. As hard as everyone said? Probably. Exhausting? Definitely. Enjoyable? Big-time. Would I change a single thing? Hell no!
Toddler reins: good or bad idea?
A lot of people hate the idea of ‘putting kids on leads’ but if a set of toddler reins keeps my son safe, encourages him to walk and gets him outdoors more – I’m all for it!
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.
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.
The Big Toddle: Sonny’s first gold medal
We recently took part in The Big Toddle – a brilliantly named ‘sponsored walk for little people’ – and as well as being great fun it also ended with Sonny winning his first gold medal!
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.
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.
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 climbing mountains in some of the best weather I’ve ever…
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?