Naming a baby is serious business. You want something cool but not too out there, classic but not boring, and ideally, a name that won’t have your kid correcting pronunciation for the rest of their life. That’s where we come in. This post is a spin-off from our Top Baby Boy Names UK post, where…
There’s something about getting stuck into your local community that just feels right. Maybe it’s the sense of belonging, the chance to meet people you’d otherwise just nod at in Tesco, or just that warm feeling you get after helping out. Either way, volunteering your time can be more rewarding than you’d think—especially when…
A few weeks back, I wrote about my challenge to make £2,000 a month with a Dad Joke Book. Since then, I’ve dived headfirst into research, experimented with designs, and hit a few decision-making roadblocks. Turns out, writing a joke book is the easy part—doing the keyword research, deciding how to manufacture and distribute,…
As the commander-in-chief of laundry in this household, I’ve tackled everything from blood to wine… to slime. And let me tell you, slime is the absolute worst. I wish I'd learnt how to get slime out of clothes years ago—you need to think fast when it’s involved—once it sets, it’s like trying to scrub regret…
Parenting is basically an extreme sport. 🏆 Whether you're dealing with a nappy blow-out at 2 a.m., trying to convince a toddler that broccoli isn’t a personal attack, or sneaking five minutes of peace without someone asking for snacks—dad life is what it is. Luckily, us dads are natural problem solvers. Some call it ingenuity,…
I'm in awe at the sheer number of educational and edutainment-style games available on consoles, tablets, and computers nowadays. Back in my day, the best I could hope for was Math Rescue or Word Rescue (which is apparently available on STEAM!?)—games I still remember fondly. Of course, being in the UK meant spending way…
Summer's not quite here yet, but you can never be too prepared! If your house is anything like mine, the kids are bouncing off the walls, desperate for something to do, (why does winter bring out the restlessness in them all!?). Instead of letting them turn the living room into a makeshift water…

Encouraging Curiosity, Conversation, and Connection The first five years of a child's life are an incredible time of growth. Over 90% of brain development happens before the age of five, which means these early experiences shape not just how children learn, but how they think, feel, and interact with the world. For us, home education…
Choosing a child's name is a meaningful rite of passage—one that intertwines hopes, heritage, and personal taste. In Japan, naming traditions often reflect nature's beauty, timeless virtues, and parental aspirations. Japanese boy names have steadily gained popularity worldwide, including among UK parents, for their elegant sounds and deep symbolism. Many of these names are formed…
With the Switch 2 on the horizon (and the tantalising idea of Sonic, Mario, and Minecraft all in one game!), my youngest kids are practically bouncing off the walls with excitement. But like many families, we've had to tighten our purse strings recently. Instead of rushing to pre-order, we've turned this into a teachable…