Most parents want to expose their child to as many different interests and activities as possible, including music. Many children enjoy learning to play a musical instrument, but it is not for everyone and you may be wondering whether you should force your child to play or stop the lessons once and for all. Let’s … Read more
A child’s first haircut is a rite of passage for some and a nightmare for others. It can be a challenge to convince your little one to sit still and have a haircut. So, the big question is should you force them to get one when they resist? Can a parent force a child to … Read more
I used to argue with my younger brother all the time when I was growing up. We had similar interests and only had an 18 month age difference between us, but every time we played together, it would start off ok, and then end in an argument. I’ve always wondered why this happens with siblings. … Read more
For parents, the first few years of a child’s life fly by and before you know it you have to start thinking about schools. There are many reasons to choose one school over another. Location is a big factor, but you also might want a school which consistently achieves good results year after year. However, … Read more
I’ve always been curious when I see parents with four or five children in the park. From afar it’s nice to see a large family playing together, but I also think it must be hard work! I have two children, a daughter who is almost five and a one-year old baby boy. Both my wife … Read more
My daughter is almost 5 and starts school in September. Both my wife and I decided together that she didn’t need to go to preschool. Although my daughter is very sociable and would have enjoyed it, she has a great relationship with her childminder and we decided it was better to carry on like this … Read more
After all the excitement of welcoming your new baby into the world dies down, it can be hard for dads to work out where they fit into the newborn routine. This can leave some dads feeling a bit lost and sometimes even disconnected from their baby in the beginning. Others instantly feel a connection with … Read more
So, you have a baby on the way, congratulations! Whether this is your first child or the latest addition to your family, you are probably starting to feel a mix of excitement, nerves and anticipation. And as a dad, while you are not carrying the baby yourself there are still plenty of ways to bond … Read more
Dads play a crucial role in the development of their children, and sons in particular look up to their fathers as role models who can shape their character for their teenage and adult life. In this article, let’s take a look at why sons need their fathers, why dads tend to be harder on them … Read more
The tradition of having a father walk his daughter down the aisle might not be as popular as you think. In the UK, according to a poll in 2018, 69% of Britons support this idea, which is down from 82% in 2014. On the Easy Weddings website, which is based in Australia, after conducting a … Read more
