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Sometimes Dads just need to talk

May 10, 2021

Brace yourself, Father’s Day gift lists are coming (I’ve been working on one for months), but I want to briefly touch on mental health, specifically in fathers. In many cases, Fatherhood is incredibly isolating. The pressure to be a ‘good Dad’ and supportive husband negate any thoughts of taking time for himself. I’ve found myself dreading the “how was your weekend” small talk on a Monday morning. It was literally the same as all the other ones. ...

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The Very Specific Mother’s Day Gift List That I’m Not Allowed to Change

May 4, 2021

That’s right, it’s Mother’s Day on Sunday May 9th and buying gifts is a real pain. Not because we don’t love our Mums, Grandmothers, Aunties, or Mother-figure in our lives, but because we need that special gift to demonstrate exactly how much we love them. It has to be ...

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The go-anywhere, instant-setup rope swing

April 14, 2021

I admit it, I’m out of ideas for ways to keep my 5-year-old occupied so when the people behind the Tree Climbing Rope and Kids Disc Swing set reached out, I jumped at it! Features: Safe and Strong Bearing Capacity – Thickened and lengthened PE rope, with an appropriate soft touch, ...

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How To Sleep Train Your Baby – a QUICK guide

April 7, 2021

First of all, the usual disclaimers: This is what worked for us. I’m not a doctor, nor an expert. If you’re having continued challenges (who isn’t?), find a qualified Sleep Trainer. All children are different but equally awesome. However, sometimes they just won’t sleep ...

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But I want the bluuuuue cup! The battle for control and choice with kids

April 2, 2021

Do this, don’t do that, stop licking the cat, brush your teeth, bedtime! Kids don’t get much choice in most of their day and this often leads to two situations: 1. Tantrums and breakdowns. 2. Requesting a particular cup, fork, toy, game, and then a tantrum. Often at the worst ...

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The Ultimate Mother’s Day Gift List for Mom Bloggers and MomFluencers

April 1, 2021

There are so many inspiring content creators who are taking their Mom-Life and turning it into a side-hustle or creative outlet. From Kayla Buell on YouTube, SheWearsLove on Instagram, to Karlene Karst’s blog on family recipes, there’s something for everyone. Often it can seem like ...

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Task Transition Time: what it is and why men need it

March 27, 2021

I have no idea why this is, but men often need some transition time between tasks before being asked about something new. We’re simple creatures, there’s no arguing that but when we put our full attention to something or have been busy with work, grocery shopping, driving, or making ...

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Win a Cuisinart Air Fryer!

March 17, 2021

I love my air fryer. It cooks super-fast and is more economical too since you’re not heating up a huge oven, just the area that counts. I teamed up with my fellow #5DadsGoWild Dads + the lovely people at Cuisinart Canada to make someone’s kitchen a little bit more awesome. But, ...

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Spring Break and The Need For Structure

March 14, 2021

It’s nice for the kids to have a bit of time off and away from the regiment of school and timed snack breaks, but where possible we’re trying not to let the structure go completely. Sure, as parents we’re all completely exhausted and giving them screen-time or letting them ...