When it comes to parental guilt, I am something of an expert. Guilt follows me everywhere, but I have been wondering whether it really is guilt, or frustration at not being able to do 100% for my kids 24/7, 365? … [Read more...]
Sleep is vital to kids’ ability to learn and grow
Getting enough sleep is a growing concern for children. Children under 14 are visiting hospitals for sleep disorders more three times as more frequently as they used to, and studies suggest British students are the most sleep-deprived children in Europe. … [Read more...]
My experience of fatherhood is different to most
I sometimes look at my life and have to remind myself my experience of fatherhood is very different to many other menfolk. Put bluntly, my existence has gone off in a completely different direction compared to my male peers who work full-time. … [Read more...]
Play date etiquette
As a parent, I find there are few things more terrifying than my child asking to go and play at a neighbouring friend’s house. Play date etiquette surrounding these situations is just so....confusing. … [Read more...]
Equal Lives: Men, women, caring responsibilities and the workplace
Trying to balance caring responsibilities with employment is never easy. Going back several years, I had a part time job that I left when my eldest daughter started school. I tried to make it work for several months but my stress levels became worryingly high, despite my employer being very understanding. … [Read more...]