Just a couple of weeks ago we were loving life on holiday in Spain where my three year old son, Robbie, fell in love with the beach.
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The best kids channels on YouTube
It is often considered that television and kids are not a healthy combination. For generations, the most popular kids programmes have often offered very little in terms of education or development but things are a little different now.
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Who’s the angel? Robbie versus Daddy
There’s a definite theme occurring that I can’t help but dispute. Almost each and every time a member of the public stops to talk to Robbie, they refer to him as a ‘little angel.’ Of course, I always give the typical parent reply of “you should see him at home” or something along those lines.
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Back to reality – It’s birthday time!
Monday is the big day. The tiny little monster that we created will be celebrating his 2nd birthday and we can’t wait to make it as special as we can for him.
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Parenting tips on controlling a toddler tantrum
We’ve all been there, those uncontrollable moments of sheer rage coming from our usually cute little angels. Often caused by something completely trivial met with the kind of reaction you may expect having told them they will never eat chocolate again.
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11 great indoor games to play with your toddler
It may feel like we have been trapped indoors forever, but it has only been a few weeks. Our little man has already grown out of a few of his toys and the pressure is on for us to keep him entertained until the world opens up again.
What makes me proud?
About a year ago I found myself in a desperate position. Things at work had taken a serious turn for the worse and I found myself in a position where I felt I had no choice but to find a new career.
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15 things I wish I knew before becoming a Dad
Those that have read my earlier posts will realise that I began my career as Dad being a clueless intern. I’m now a little better and though I am not expecting any Father of the year awards quite yet, I’m certainly not the worst.
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How much screen time is bad for toddlers?
I’m sure I’m not the only one spending a little more time at home these days. Since being banned from the world outside I have seen so many articles, advice and accounts of homeschooling activities.
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How to make your own Play dough
With many of facing a long time in the house with our little ones, we are all looking for new ideas on how to keep them entertained. This post will show you how to make your own play dough using ingredients you probably have lying around in the cupboard as well as loads of fun that you can have around the house with play dough.
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Breastfeeding VS Fed is best- A Dad’s view
The internet is full of advice and views on breastfeeding, though very few of these will have been written by a man, so I know this is risky!
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Who said romance is dead?
Valentine’s Day is nearly over and I can honestly say this has been my most memorable one yet.
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Toddlers are funny things. They require constant attention and play just to keep their busy minds away from all their troubles in life (mainly teeth.)
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Take me home
The weather has never been a friend of mine. Each major event in my life has been met with with catastrophic natural conditions as though the God of weather is playing a lifelong practical joke on me.
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The diary of Dad 