Hello! My name is Eli, I am a deaf father of 3 hearing children. My family and I all communicate in British Sign Language (BSL). Sign Language is very important to me. At the age of 2, I attended the Frank Barnes School for Deaf Children, in London. They offered free BSL courses for parents, and my mum and sister signed…
The Truth About Being A Single Dad of Twins
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When I had my children, I didn’t think I would end up being a single dad. You never imagine on the day you say “I do” that this where you will end up. I don’t remember those first few days after my marriage ended very well. But I do remember the feeling of a non stop rollercoaster of emotions alongside…
Fatherhood is a concept that has been around since the beginning of time. It has existed alongside motherhood but never seen in the same way. We simply don’t do enough to celebrate fathers. There are motherhood awards all around the world – which is great! But who shouts about the fathers doing amazing things? Don’t we deserve to be celebrated…
The Truth About Parenting My Autistic Child
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Hi, my name is Daniel, together with my wife Rosie we proudly parent two amazing, but very different boys who are 5 and 3 years old. Our 5 year old son Hayden is autistic, I want to tell you about parenting my autistic child. To let you know what has and hasn’t been helpful for us as a family. Hopefully…
An App for New Dads. What Is Baby Buddy 2.0?
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What’s is Baby Buddy 2.0? So you’re a new dad and you’re wondering whether there is an app for new dads that can provide a helping hand with all the questions you have floating around your head. Maybe Baby Buddy 2.0 is just what you’re looking for. Having realised that new fathers have been a little left out when it…
If I was to ask, “What are the benefits of reading to your child,” you would probably be able to reel off lots of benefits. However, when it comes to music and movement, the answers tend to stall! This can hide some amazing developmental benefits that don’t always think about. As a parent myself, I have always used music and…
As the parent or carer of a baby, you’ve probably heard of sleep regression. It’s that time when, your baby has lulled you into a false sense of security. Letting you get those precious unbroken hours of sleep – and then… bam. They’re unsettled, waking multiple times a night, and you feel like you’re back in the newborn stage all…
Disney’s first studio animation was Snow White released all the way back in 1937. Who would have thought 84 years later they would be releasing their 60th animation. Well they are and it will be in cinemas from November 24th. I was lucky enough to have an early look at the film and meet the producer Clark Spencer, the director…
Getting prepared to support your partner in labour is an important stage in your journey to parenthood. It’s essential that both parents are supported during this major life event. We want you have a positive experience of meeting your baby and connecting as a family. Supporting your partner during labour is a tall order! You are often there with many…
I’m a proud dad of two boys, Cillian and Ethan aged five and eight. Finding ways to build really strong bonds and great relationships with them as they grow has been so important to me. I’ve been able to use educational support and learning to be cornerstones to create and strengthen these bonds. Being a parent is not easy, as…
