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10 Things I Wish I Knew Before Becoming A Dad

Dishevelled Dad

Jan 9
6 min

10 Things I Wish I Knew Before Becoming A Dad

Few things are certain, they cry, poo and sleep on repeat. Handling that is the easy part. Everything else is a minefield.

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victoria vanstone

Dec 9, 2020
5 min

Is Alcohol Affecting your Parenting?

The message that ‘Alcohol is always the answer’ is something I’ve been fighting against for the...

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Interview with Joe Atkinson, Tutor, Mentor and Counsellor

Dishevelled Dad

Nov 28, 2020
4 min

Interview with Joe Atkinson, Tutor, Mentor and Counsellor

Today we talk to Joe about his journey and also how he can help children & families in need of therapy and counselling

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Dishevelled Dad

Nov 22, 2020
4 min

6 Tips to Raise A Stronger Child

Any parent wants their child to have good relationships and for it to be mutually respectful. You also want them to be headstrong...

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Dishevelled Dad

Oct 5, 2020
4 min

What's Your Parent Superpowers?

All parents have a set of skills & abilities that helps you to assert your powers over your child. These aren’t learned abilities...

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Interview: Confessions Of A Stay-At-Home Dad

Dishevelled Dad

Sep 30, 2020
5 min

Interview: Confessions Of A Stay-At-Home Dad

An increasing number of dads are taking the role of the main carer and today we speak candidly to Chris about his experiences

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Why We Should Encourage Our Children To Do More Activities

Dishevelled Dad

Sep 28, 2020
3 min

Why We Should Encourage Our Children To Do More Activities

Life should be a journey of discovery and the more you’re open to trying things, the more you’ll come to discover about yourself

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Parenting In The Year The Earth Stood Still

Rashied Daniels

Sep 25, 2020
2 min

Parenting In The Year The Earth Stood Still

History will see 2020 as being a watershed year. Before #Covid19, the world moved at a breakneck pace, with the perceived advancements made,

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Lockdown Has Enabled Me To Be A More Present Dad

Dishevelled Dad

Sep 16, 2020
3 min

Lockdown Has Enabled Me To Be A More Present Dad

There's always something to distract you from what should be most important

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Dishevelled Dad

Sep 12, 2020
5 min

When Is a Good Time To Ditch The Bear?

Both my sons have had a cuddly teddy bear that they hold on to for comfort.

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Rashied Daniels

Sep 9, 2020
4 min

Being a Dad to Two Wonderful Daughters

Being a father to two girls is one role for which there is no training. Sure there is advice, but we have to learn on the job.

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How I've Learned To Reduce Racial Bias In My Children

Dishevelled Dad

Sep 3, 2020
4 min

How I've Learned To Reduce Racial Bias In My Children

If we can get our children to start being comfortable with all races, it will go a long way to changing behaviours and perceptions

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6 Ways To Build Self-Confidence in Children

Dishevelled Dad

Aug 21, 2020
4 min

6 Ways To Build Self-Confidence in Children

Children are very conscious of our words and actions, and as parents we need to be mindful of our behaviour around them.

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Dishevelled Dad

Aug 17, 2020
4 min

Starting Secondary School

It can be an unnerving process choosing the right school to start with, but it doesn't have to be

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Dishevelled Dad

Aug 1, 2020
5 min

Why Fathers Are So Important

He’s the type of dad every child would want to grow up with. I think back fondly of everything he did for us when my sisters and I were just

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Dishevelled Dad

Jul 24, 2020
4 min

What's Your Parenting Style?

Your parenting style can affect everything from how much your child weighs to how they feel about themselves. It's widely believed that how

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Dishevelled Dad

Jul 20, 2020
2 min

How We’re All Coping During Lockdown

While most of us are evidently finding joy during lockdown and have adjusted to a new way of life. For some parents, anxiety levels have inc

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Dishevelled Dad

Jul 6, 2020
3 min

Date Night: Why It’s Important

I’m sure we all reminisce about the good old days before the kids, when your partner was top priority in your life. We had all the time i...

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Dishevelled Dad

Jul 4, 2020
3 min

"I’ve Been Sniped In The Head!"

Never before has a computer game been so ingrained into popular culture such as Fortnite, it’s absolutely everywhere you look and it appeals

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Tough Love: Are Modern Parents Too Soft?

Dishevelled Dad

Jul 4, 2020
3 min

Tough Love: Are Modern Parents Too Soft?

Helping is fine and it’s one of the jobs we all sign up for as a parent, but encouraging our kids to surrender is not one of them. This is w

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My 1 year Garmin Fenix 5 Multisport GPS Watch Review

Here's what you need to know about the Garmin 5 GPS watch, before splashing the cash. Chances are, you'll save yourself a few £££

A Guide To The Best Home Security Cameras

Home security is becoming increasingly popular and finding the best, smart surveillance equipment in a cluttered market, may leave you sligh

Which Amazon Alexa Device Is Best for Your Smart Home?

It’s commonplace in modern homes to have a voice controlled smart device such as the Amazon Alexa unit. The integrated, intuitive voice a...

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