Lifestyle

Dads are invincible, or so you’d like your kids to think. But there’s one thing that can take you from hero to zero at home, and that is, of course, DIY. Get it right, and you’ll be worshipped by the...

  Notoriously difficult to understand and communicate with, teenagers can be a real handful to dads who’re hoping to get through to them to help them through the angst and disruption of puberty....

Spring has most definitely sprung in the Daddy Geek house. As soon as the first buds appeared on the trees and the grass grew over two inches, I was thrown into the garden armed with a lawnmower and some...

If you’re a busy father, then you may be putting off getting a new health insurance plan, changing plans, or upgrading a current policy. Remember, while your family may rely heavily on you, you ’re not...

As much as you might love giving your kids their weekly pocket money, there’ll come a time when they can no longer rely on the ‘bank of mum and dad’. This will usually coincide with their spending...

There’s no denying that cycling can be an expensive hobby. A decent helmet, bodysuit, pair of gloves, and shoes will set you back a pretty penny or two. Luckily for those who love spending, you can spend...

Our children are the most precious things in the world to us, so we hate the thought of anything untoward happening to them. As every parent knows, however, accidents can happen, and if an accident causes real...

Some people might call you a big kid, but who wants to stop having fun? There are loads of gifts you can get your kids that the whole family can enjoy and play with. Having fun with your children is one of the...

Busy dads have a lot of questions, and I don't just mean the awkward ones our kids pitch at us. They usually come to us late at night: should I apply for that new job? How am I going to pay for that car...

For a lot of dads, being on the cutting edge of entertainment technology is simply a fact of life. Your interests will probably see you getting excited at the idea of owning the latest gadgets and electronic...

There is an abundance of fashionable fathers around, and currently, the world has a number of male style icons who are doting parents too. In order to get that much-desired gaze or even to have a personal...

Being a parent is tough as it is without trying to climb the ladder at work. Both worlds pull you in different directions; one asking you to stay late, whilst the other wants you home early. One requires...

If you're a car enthusiast or simply want to know what to expect in the coming years, then you'll want to know some of the trends to look for. Innovation is the driving force behind the automotive industry and...

  With climate change populating the news on most days of the week, it’s hard to ignore the effect you could be having on the planet, especially from the comfort of your own home. You might think...

Every parent knows the perils of travelling long distances with children. The school run is enough, but a family trip up to the lake district can take around six hours for the steady driver (traffic...

We all know how exciting it is to start any redecorating project, and it’s easy to get carried away with picking out colours, schemes and furniture for each room in your house. Whether it’s the living...

If you're sailing through life a little bored and unimpressed, then it may be time to pick up a new hobby. And while football and soccer are common things to do in your free time - why not venture out away...

Dad’s aren’t usually known for being fashion icons unless they’re famous and rich enough to have an army of image consultants following them around all day and managing their wardrobe. If you can’t...

For beer lovers, it can be exciting to know that you can use beer in your cooking. While most of us may be familiar with beer-can chicken, our knowledge of beer cooking is perhaps not as extensive as it ought...

Going on holiday is something that lots of us look forward to but there can be a few extras that end up increasing the cost of the deal and spoiling things.  The good news is that there have been some recent...

What does being self-sufficient mean? Self-sufficiency is all about not having to rely on anyone else, including big corporations, for anything, or for as little as possible. It means doing as much as you can...

  Athleticism is something we all want to encourage in our kids. While they won’t all necessarily become professional riders, dancers or gymnasts, there is a sport out there for everyone – and...

All your family members are looking forward to a grand vacation. Unfortunately, the most amazing vacations are usually the most expensive. Saving money for a wonderful vacation is possible if you start early....

The British have a rich history full of invention and discovery, so it’s no surprise that self-employment is a staple of British business. Traditional self-employed roles like the local painter and decorator...

If you want to ensure your kids learn all the most important life lessons as soon as possible, and in a practical rather than theoretical way, get them a pet, especially a dog or a cat. While the two animals...