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If you're struggling to figure out what to get your dad for a special occasion, you've come to the right place. As a parent myself, I know what fathers want. Here's a hint - it's not socks. Men like all manner...

It can be notoriously difficult to buy gifts for men. There always seem to be fewer options for them, and they have everything need! But there are great ideas out there, and here are some of them for each...

As you and your family grow up, you always wish you had taken more snaps. There is nothing better than coming across a few family pictures and enjoying a nostalgic night in. Do you remember when this happened?...

Every daddy geek has responsibilities. Responsibilities to family, to friends and to work and it's hard to find time to fit everything in. Being organised is key to using your time efficiently. For me, my...

We almost convince ourselves that a Jaguar sports car is a good idea. You begin to convince yourself that you can fit the kids in the back of a Ferrari. Trust us, you can’t! And you’ll get the silent...

As a parent, it’s often difficult to match my love of gadgets with raising children. I can’t help but fall in love with video games and the newest iPad. Children always like to follow and copy their...

Moving into a new home is an exciting prospect. But your new house doesn’t become a home overnight, it takes time and effort to reach that point. But if you work at it and give your family time to settle in,...

After recently enjoying the CBeebies Proms, my daughter decided that she would like to play the violin. This filled me with dread. Out of all the instruments in an orchestra, the violin must be the worst when...

There has been a lot of talk recently about the huge amount of misogyny in the technology sector. It seems that any time a female comes out with a good idea, a point of view, or even just a comment, they are...

Every dad in the world knows how difficult it can be to plan a kids' party. Aside from the fact that you have to look after twenty to thirty children for the day, you need to make sure that everybody has loads...

If your partner is due to give birth during the next few months, her friends are probably in the process of arranging a baby shower. Up until recently, those events were strictly for women. The menfolk had no...

When you become a daddy for the first time, it can be terrifying. Loads of guys find the idea of having to look after a child scary. No matter how much you think you have prepared yourself, there will be some...

When you have something you need to discuss with your children, it can be difficult. Usually, you are the role of authority in the house. What you say goes and your children have to listen to and respect your...

Keeping your children entertained and interested on a daily basis can be tricky. In winter, this can be even more difficult due to the rain. Children crave stimulation, so they need things to occupy them and...

Dad’s love to thrill seek. When it comes to amusements and theme parks, you need to make sure that you are maximising your thrills. The great thing about the UK is that it has some of the world’s best...

Games not only have the power to entertain but to educate. Despite the press saying the contrary, I believe playing video games have an array of benefits such as improved motor control, awareness of 3D space,...

Mum has left the building, and it’s time for daddy day care. In these situations, you never quite know who is going to get into the most trouble. It’s great to spend time with the kids on your own. When...

It's that time of year again when we all get edited about the new iPhone. The iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus is now on general release starting at £539 and £619 respectively. The new iPhone 6 enjoys a 4.7...

I might huge fan of technology but it is not only only love. I am also a massive Disney fan having seen all the movies, visited most of the parks and even attempted drawing them. Sadly I will never be as good...

Easter eggs have been in the shops for several weeks now. The shops are always ten steps ahead of the buyer when it comes to making purchases for the next celebration available. As soon as we bid farewell to...

There is a lot of fantastic technology around at the moment and if I was to write about the unfiltered list of gadgets I am after it would be a very long post. Instead I wanted to look at technology I am after...

Squirrels at your door, deer in your back garden and all the comforts of home with none of the chores; these are the ingredients of a great family holiday when small children are involved. Sometimes luxury is...

When it comes to children's games, not many indie developers have such an extensive back catalog as Beansprites, a small team from California who have covered cafe culture to dentistry is their myriad of...