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11th March 2018 MANternity Musings

Are Strangers Dangerous?? (The case for and against Stranger Danger)

Many schools and parents use the mantra ‘Never talk to strangers’. It’s doubtful that this really helps. Everyone is a stranger at first; it’s all about the context of the meeting, and that’s hard to... Read more

28th January 2018 MANternity Musings

My Backseat Buddha

My son declares his life is perfect. On reflection, I think he might have some insight for all us! Read more

16th December 2017 MADventures

If you don’t like Panto, you have no soul!

Dressing up like a woman was a big part of my childhood. Read more

18th November 2017 MANternity Musings

Daddy, why do we have wars?

My son (4) has been learning about Remembrance Day at school. He came home with a few questions... Read more

5th November 2017 MANternity Musings

“Daddy, I don’t want to go to space”

"Daddy, I don't want to go to space, it looks too hard!" "Son, sometimes in life... Read more

29th October 2017 MADventures

The NFL: Pre and Post parenting

Our lives, now that we are parents, are pretty hectic. Two kids, two full time jobs, and a whole world of constant life admin. Should we tidy the spare room? Should we fix the dishwasher?... Read more

3rd September 2017 MANternity Musings

The Things You Learn At School

Okay teacher, over to you. Don't mess this up! Read more

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

9th July 2017 MANternity Musings

You can call me DAD

Today, on only the 1,634th day of his existence, my son asked permission to call me Dad. Read more

25th June 2017 Shared Parental Leave +

10 tips for being great parents in 180mins a day

Of the 13 hours the kids spend awake, 3hrs together doesn’t feel like much. Only 23% of their day to be precise. 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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