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Stay at home dad. So, this is it. My time to take over the reins and become the main carer to my daughter is nearly upon me. My wife returns to full time teaching in a few days’ time after nine months of maternity leave. I took the decision to resign from my job a few months back after we did some research into possible childcare options and discovered that a nursery place would, for our 8-month-old in central London, be more than our rent! This would leave us with only a little bit of… Read More »Stay at home dad – Guest Blog Post

Power of positivity for children. Now life is difficult, we all have our own issues and problems which mount up and suck happiness/positivity out of us. Bills, work, health, cars, friends, partners and yes even our children. These are sources of friction, day after day, week after week they can grind us down.  We can take frustrations out on those close to us. I remember a time quite vividly where my boy Ethan was following me around the house, after a long day in the office, he was excited about a toy he wanted. I… Read More »Power of positivity for children – Guest Blog Post

Time To Trust. For the last 7 years a local charity, MAN&BOY has been supporting boys who are struggling with life by providing opportunities for the ‘man’ in their life to develop and stronger relationship with them, in the hope that this with build confidence and self-esteem. Below is the story of one man who came to a MAN&BOY adventure camp. “I live apart from my son and his mother and only see him at weekends and because of my son’s autism and the conflict between myself and his mother about how to parent him… Read More »Time To Trust

The plunge, why I gave it all up, when I had kids. As a group of guys who were yet to have children, on the rare occasion when the topic of children did come up, it would be linked to our financial circumstances. The conversation would often revolve around developing our careers to gain more money to start a family life well. It appears this theme doesn’t stop there. Becoming a parent for the first time, expecting parents often engage with this topic. Despite traditional gender roles pivoting, men can still be quick to assume… Read More »The plunge, why I gave it all up, when I had kids

5 Reasons Why Dads Need to Spend Time with Their Mates. Being a dad is quite special and no matter how hard, scary and exhausting it can be from time to time, it’s still the essence of life and the best thing that could’ve happened to you. However, although you love your child to death, you still need some alone time. It’s not an excuse, nor a chance to skip your responsibilities, but just a way to stay sane and in touch with your true self. I know that my “me time” makes me a… Read More »5 Reasons Why Dads Need to Spend Time with Their Mates

Give mum Saturday morning off. If you’re in the North West, this isn’t to be missed. Start the weekend by giving mum some time off and treating yourself to a Full English. Have some quality time with your child and meet other local dads. Dad Hour is a time to meet new dads, socialise and exchange stories of vomit, poo and sleep deprivation.  For expecting, new and existing dads. So much of life can be consumed by rushing around from one job to the next. Take some time out to invest in yourself and your… Read More »Give mum Saturday morning off

Never miss a Birthday. We’re looking forward to your kid’s birthday and we want you too. It’s a time to celebrate them and recognise what an awesome contribution you’ve made. So why not enjoy the process more with This Dad Can. Ever been in the situation where you clock a birthday last minute, then rushing around so they at least get something? Well no more! Plan your child’s birthday with ease. Here at This Dad Can we provide handy reminders seven and thirty days before your child’s birthday. Prepare strategies with This Dad Can. With… Read More »Never miss a Birthday

Get a grip. Prepare strategies with This Dad Can. Whether it’s the weekly shop or planning larger purchases for a newborn, using our to-do list tool helps you to conceptualise your priorities. It can profoundly change your spending habits and save you money and time. You may have less time on your hands, but don’t let that prevent you from becoming smarter with your time. Use the ‘to-do list’ to be intentional and efficient, with the limited time you do have. Planning the next bit of DIY or getting to grips with the logistics of… Read More »Get a grip

Fathering the fatherless. When men turn 40, it is traditional to have a midlife crisis. Some men start going to the gym and wearing age inappropriate clothes.  Others get gripped by a malaise and a mourning for their lost youth. I decided to become a foster carer. More accurately, my wife suggested we explore the possibility of becoming a foster family. Our birth children were 5 and 7, and although I am biased, they are really rather fantastic kids.  They tick the academic and sport boxes, and more importantly are very sociable, biddable, and yet… Read More »Fathering The Fatherless

Our Courses. Save time and money by learning from the experience of others and prepare strategies with This Dad Can Courses. Our short digestible courses are on all things parenting. Focusing on five key themes- Supporting mum, communication, practical changes, happy parenting and what fathering means to you. So, whether you need to get to grips with nappy changing or are trying to combat tantrums, learn from those who have faced those challenges and save yourself time. The digestible courses are made up of short videos and questions which provoke planning. Learn from the wealth… Read More »Our Courses