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27th August 2017 MANternity Musings

At what age should we teach our kids about consent?

If she wants to give you a hug, then that is cool. If not, then you have to respect that. Try giving her a high five instead. Read more

20th August 2017 Monthly Magnificent Books

“Little Blue Truck” – Alice Schertle & Jill McElmurry

Normally I like to choose books with deep and complex messages. The “Little Blue Truck” is simpler than this, much simpler. An yet it is, by far, our most read book. Read more

23rd July 2017 MANternity Musings

My own personal Wonder Woman

We’d made a small bet with the crew: if the pyro sent my wife into labour then we’d be calling my daughter Diana Prince. Read more

2nd July 2017 MANternity Musings

If two’s company, is three a crowd?

Seven. For some unfathomable reason my young, and foolish, self wanted seven children. Read more

9th April 2017 MANternity Musings

Fit Daddy, Fat Daddy

Truly we parents are Wile E Coyote and our children the Roadrunner. Read more

26th February 2017 MANternity Musings

Children & The Space Time Continuum

DISCLAIMER: I don't actually know what the Space Time Continuum is. HOWEVER: I can promise to teach you how to slow down time. Read more

7th February 2017 Monthly Magnificent Books

“Rosie Revere, Engineer” -Andrea Beaty, Magnificent Read

A positive and inspiration read for young girls and a universal truth about resilience. Read more

15th January 2017 Monthly Magnificent Books

“The Giving Tree” – by Shel Silverstein, Monthly Magnificent Read – January 2017

Did I just learn the secret to true happiness from this book? Read more

1st January 2017 MANternity Musings

Talking about death with your child

"Why do people die, Daddy?" asked our 4 year old. I didn't think I'd have to talk about death with my child so soon. Read more

22nd December 2016 MANternity Musings

A letter from Santa

Santa's letter of solidarity with parents at Christmas. Read more

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Gemma’s Wows: I loved this post, "The First Lie" by MadDadSkillz. I could completely relate to it and it had me laughing along as I read it. We have all told a little white lie before but when you encourage your child to tell a lie (for their own good in this instance – bring on the Lego Pony ride!) is that your child’s moral compass doomed forever?

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