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Maintaining mental health in middle aged males. I’ve never been too concerned about my physical health. I cycle to work, clocking up about 40 miles per week, and apart from my vasectomy have never had more than a day off work in any one of the last 25 years of gainful employment. I’m probably a bit overweight but not in a way that bothers me or my wife. Until 2012 I had a similar indifference to my mental health.  Happily married, two birth kids, a succession of foster kids, healthy finances, plenty of friends and… Read More »Maintaining mental health in middle aged males – Guest Blog Post

What to do with the kids. Becoming a parent is pretty full on, let alone coming up with creative ideas to entertain the kids. At This Dad Can we’ve got it covered. We’ve come up with 100 activities to do with the kids. “Yer, we’re familiar with this kind of lists, they usually require to take out a second mortgage!” At This Dad Can we’re passionate about saving you time and money, so you can concentrate on the things that matter most. That’s why the majority of our activities are free or under £50. If you… Read More »What to do with the kids

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

Why the NHS needs to get ready for the dads. “The current health service is failing to recognise dad’s needs, enough”. It’s our most controversial statement yet. Is it really that important? After all pregnancy and new-borns are mum’s domain. You sound like another controversial dad group attempting to not relinquish the slowly departing power of hegemonic masculinity or a petty dad, feeling left out… Frankly, yes. It’s time to recognise dad is a patient too. We know health is more than physical, it’s mental too and mental health subsequently impacts your physical health. More… Read More »Why the NHS needs to get ready for the dads

They cost how much! Let’s face it, having more mouths to feed costs money. Rather than get drawn into striving and panic, take a second to see what help is available. “Having a child has a major financial impact. I was pretty bad with money before I had my daughter, but I want her to have the things she wants.” Idris Elba. So if you’re not sure how to claim paternity leave, what benefits are available for new parents or you’ve heard about shared parental leave, but not sure if it’s for you, look no… Read More »They cost how much!

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

Miss seeing pioneering live DJs, dancing, and having a good time? Here’s Raver Tots. As a young parent, it is easy to feel like you are missing out, your nights out are over forever, and social life will be limited to afternoon visits at a soft play centre or the park. Well, do not fret! Presenting ‘Raver Tots’….a family rave where kids and grown-ups can hit the dance floor and let off some steam together! There is tons of kids fun including face painting, UV lights, bubbles, balloons, confetti and giant parachutes in a rave… Read More »Miss seeing pioneering live DJs, dancing, and having a good time? Here’s Raver Tots

Get a £10 Amazon Voucher. Receive a £10 Amazon voucher (£5 for each parent) as a token of appreciation for partaking in a project. ChildLab is looking for families with children between 4 and 16 years of age to partake in their project about how parents/caregivers perceive the relationship with their children. Participation is easy and involves both parents/caregivers answering a series of brief online questions concerning daily situations. The study does not require you to add your personal details and the responses will be fully anonymous. If you would like to participate, click the… Read More »£10 Amazon Voucher

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

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