Yesterday we had the pleasure of visiting Oakwood, the largest theme park in Wales. It was a beautiful sunny day and blue skies for as far as you could see. As we live in Cardiff it was only about an hour and a half drive. Oakwood is set in the Pembrokeshire countryside and I couldn’t…
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How to Sleep Better: The Ultimate Guide for Parents Who Desperately Need Sleep
Read moreWe all know that sleep can be difficult to come by when you have children. It’s so cruel, it really is the time when we need it most to be at our best for our kids but also a time when enjoying it can be the most difficult thing to do. We’ve put together a…
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Being Honest With Yourself Leads To Loving Yourself
Read moreDuring my life I have suffered from depression many times. Sometimes it’s lasted for years. My depression and mental health issues are something that I have learnt to deal with, sometimes successfully, other times not so successfully. Looking back at my life I have come to the conclusion that a lot of mental health problems…
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Do You Need A Father As A Role Model When You Become A Dad?
Read moreThe answer in a word is no. You don’t. However, my concern is that it is projected by society that we all need a father whilst growing up so that we have a role model to help us develop our skills as a father when that moment in life comes that a little one calls…
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When A Family May Need Counselling
Read moreWe so often only think about individuals when we think about counselling, but if truth be known what could be going wrong in one family members life ultimately could be affecting all of the family. This is when family counselling is vital as it can ensure that everybody’s well being is being looked after. There…
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Our London Marathon Weekend Marathon Day Has Arrived
Read moreThe morning of the marathon had arrived. You can check out my IGTV video with my wife below. View this post on Instagram Pre-interview with the awesome Emily my Wife just hours before the London Marathon Go Girl! We all love you and are so proud of you. #londonmarathon2019 #running #runners #marathon A…
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Daddy-Daughter Dates, That Don’t Cost A Fortune
Read moreDads need to spend quality time with their daughters. I’m not just talking about being around while they are watching TV or doing their homework, but actually doing activities and visiting places together, and giving them your undivided attention so they feel special, valued, and loved. Happily, you don’t have to spend a fortune to…
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Is Your Kid Crazy About Cars? Five Ways to Keep Them Busy!
Read moreAs parents, encouraging our children’s passions and interests is part of our job. It doesn’t have to be academic, anything they take a liking to can inspire them to learn and find out more about the topic, build skills and even meet new people- and if you’ve got a kid that’s crazy about cars there’s…
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The Easter Weekend Has Reminded Me Of The Importance Of Family
Read moreThe four day Easter break has reminded me how obsessed you can become with your smart phone and social media in general. Yes I was on it over the weekend, but considerably less than what I am normally. I wanted to enjoy the weekend more as a family without a constant glance or look at…
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5 Conversations to have with your child about social media
Read moreSocial media can be daunting for many parents. With new apps and sites emerging daily, parents can often struggle to keep ahead of our ‘digital native’ children. Regardless of the social media site or app your child is using, Laya Healthcare encourages parents to talk with their children and ensure they have these important conversations…
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Why Insurance For Builders And Tradesmen Is So Important
Read moreI have been a self-employed painter and decorator for over 20 years and along the way I have learnt many things about running a successful business. One important lesson I have learnt is to do everything properly and not to cut corners because it might save you a few pounds. It quite honestly is not…
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How To Choose The Perfect Family Car
Read morePriorities for your car change when you have a family. Image via Pexels. Perhaps you wanted to bomb around in a Jeep. Maybe you’ve always dreamed of a sleek sports model like an Audi TT. Whatever your motoring dreams, one things for sure – your idea of the perfect car changes a lot with fatherhood.…
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Family Settings With Xbox To Stay Safe Online
Read moreXbox have recently introduced their all new family settings. Xbox, which is part of the Microsoft family, are committed to making gaming a fun, inclusive and safe experience for everyone. This means that all the family can enjoy a positive and rewarding experience whilst gaming. Last week I attended a session which was held by…
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What Does Fatherhood Mean To Me
Read moreI recently took part in a video challenge which was started by Dadapp. The challenge is called “What Does Fatherhood Mean To You?” I had to create a short video on this topic. It was only a 30 second video and when I finished it I thought to myself that I had left so much…
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Cost Effective Gift Ideas for a Motor Fanatic
Read moreI’ve got one friend, as I think many of us do, who I know I can always call upon when I’m having a motor-related misadventure. With his HID headlights searing through the urban smog, he’ll blister to my rescue like a fire-fighter racing to battle a blaze. Before I know it there’s a countless array…
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Giving Your Car That Extra Special Touch
Read moreThere is nothing more exciting than purchasing a new car. After all, you have probably researched and hunted for the car that is perfect for you for a very long time. That probably involves going online checking specs of many different cars, making sure it’s the right size especially if you have a bunch of…
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The Smart Way To Handle Your TV Entertainment
Read moreIt hasn’t taken a very long time for televisions to develop to what you have access to today. Starting out as comparatively basic machines, early examples of TVs couldn’t even manage colour signals, and this is a far cry from the sort of options people go for today. When you have a nice screen, though,…
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My Wife Is Training Hard For The London Marathon
Read moreLooking back to just under a year ago my wife announced to me that she was going to try get a place to run the London Marathon. I have no doubt that when my wife puts her mind to something she invariably achieves it. She is determined, driven and very focused. If I am entirely…
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Dads! Do You Talk To Your Daughters About Periods #Pads4Dads Campaign
Read moreDid you know that nearly half of all dads in the UK have not talked to their daughters about periods? In addition, only 1 in 3 dads have purchased period products, 4 in 10 dads never learnt about periods at school, and 45% of dads are unsure what the signs are that a girl might…
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Dads! You Are Your Children’s First Superhero Lets Get It Right!
Read moreWhen you have been a dad for as long as me, it’s actually 24 years this year, it’s scary to think about where the time has gone. My son is turning 20 years old in a few days time and it only seems like yesterday that he was a baby. I’m not sure if my…
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Protecting Your Property as Best Possible
Read moreThe average person works eight hours a day, five days a week. There’s a reason for this. We want to provide ourselves and our loved ones with a good quality of life. We want a roof over our heads, we want to be comfortable and safe, and we want to surround ourselves with lovely things…
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