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Win a Copy of DreamWorks’ new movie – ABOMINABLE

November 27, 2019

From the studio that brought you How to Train Your Dragon, this heartwarming and humorous story follows teenage Yi (Chloe Bennet) as she encounters a young Yeti on the roof of her apartment building in China, she and her mischievous friends, Jin ( Tenzing Norgay Trainor) and Peng ( Tsai Chin), name him “Everest” and embark on an epic quest to reunite the magical creature with his family at the highest point on Earth. But the trio of friends will have to stay one-step ahead of Burnish (Eddie ...

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10 Tips for a Safe Halloween – including the Dad Tax rule

October 27, 2019

Halloween, the only time we actively encourage our kids to walk around at night, knock on random doors and accept candy from strangers. However, there are a few tips to make sure the kids stay safer than otherwise thought. Wear something reflective. Drivers can’t see you, especially if ...

Bedtime Stories

Bedtime Stories: Rascals and the Strawberry Farm

October 11, 2019

Every night my daughter asks for a new made-up story and since she loves them so much, I figured I should start writing them down so I don’t forget. —– Rascals the Hedgehog was very spikey and very hungry and he particularly fancied some juicy strawberries, so he headed off to ...

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My Daughter Won’t Sleep in Her Own Bed – a little help, please?

October 2, 2019

This isn’t one of those advice blogs where I go through a problem, find a solution by asking someone who actually knows what they’re doing, and then shares a simple fix. This is a call for action. A request for help from any parent who might have an answer. When it came for our ...

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Growing a Strong Young Woman – the Responsibility I Never Expected

July 28, 2019

‘The Future is Female’ her t-shirt said. The person on the train was wearing the catchphrase that has seen a resurgence in recent years and, as a reasonable person I, of course, agree. Well kind of. The future has to be hugely varied but equally so. The future has to be in part, ...

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Dad Test Drive: 2019 Ford Edge Titanium

July 5, 2019

An SUV with a firm grasp on performance, the Ford Edge has been carving out its own niche between the nippy Escape and the sturdy Explorer. I’ve been wanted to try the new Edge for a while, especially as a viable family car and replacement for my Ford Focus. As a Dad, my main criteria are ...

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A Dad’s Wishlist – Last Minute Father’s Day Gifts

June 13, 2019

Hooray for Father’s Day! Homemade cards, a bottle of whatever from the liquor store is cool, and oh how sweet a painting of a, umm oh is that a plant? Oh it’s me! Lovely. Let’s put it on the fridge. Here’s a list of things you can get shipped FAST from Amazon. Power ...

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One-hour maximum screen time per day for under-5s, says WHO

April 24, 2019

Ah screen time, that sweet relief where the kids can just sit for a few minutes and be amused while we, the parents can achieve something. Whether it’s a quick shower, get dressed, or even do a little tidying, putting on the TV or handing over the iPad is a sure way to occupy the little ...

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2019 Honda Pilot Touring – Test Drive and Review

April 16, 2019

I love that I get to try new cars and I’m always looking for a suitable replacement for our modest family car, a 2015 Ford Focus. The 2019 Honda Pilot Touring was admittedly not on my list of eye-catching family-sized SUVs. From the outside, it seems solid, attractive enough, but not ...