For far too long, mothers have borne the overwhelming responsibility of preparing for and managing the demands of parenthood. This traditional imbalance has not only placed undue strain on mothers but has also limited the involvement of fathers during the critical prenatal and postnatal periods. Enter MANtenatal , the pioneering antenatal course specifically designed for dads-to-be, and it's...
For most, Father’s Day is an opportunity to celebrate and share their love for a parent. But for those who have experienced the death of a fatherly figure, including dads, step-dads and grandads, or are a bereaved father themselves, it can often bring up feelings of grief and upset.
With research from Co-op Funeralcare showing that 83% of people in the South West experienced the...
According to the Office for National Statistics (ONS)* just under 3 million households across the UK are headed by a single parent, accounting for 15% of all families.
Government data** has revealed that 23,517 divorce applications were made between October and December 2023. Annually, 110,770 divorce applications were filed throughout last year , while a total of 103,501 final...
Parenting is one of life's greatest joys, but can take its toll on your physical and mental wellbeing. Studies show that one in ten new fathers will experience symptoms of paternal postpartum depression (PPD) – with symptoms showing typically between three and six months after birth.
With International Men’s Day on November 19th, there needs to be more focus on the men’s mental and...
If you find putting sun cream on your children we have two great tips for you 😃
We are loving all the lovely sunshine at the moment, but I'm not enjoying the daily sun scream battle! so to try and make life a bit less stressful in the mornings I have found three parenting hacks, which have worked for us.
1. Use a make-up brush to apply sun cream to their face. My son found this much...
If you are searching for a gift for your dad who likes a tipple, we have a great selection for you!
Aberlour A’bunadh Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Meaning ‘the original’ in Gaelic, A’bunadh is made in homage to Aberlour’s founder, James Fleming. First created back in 1997, A’Bunadh is released in limited, numbered batches, and matured exclusively in Spanish ex-Oloroso sherry...
This Father’s Day, treat dad to a well-deserved break and quality family time with Hand Picked Hotels’ thrilling Summer Experience . Stretch out your trip with a complimentary bedroom upgrade after one night, English sparkling wine and strawberries after two, and a seasonal three-course dinner if you choose to stay for three.
Guests (and non-guests) can also spoil Dad with an...
Walking into the school playground on three hours sleep, with your child having a tantrum by your side, you remember you forgot to bring the packed lunches. Wracked with guilt, and slightly fed-up, you think of the times before you had children when you could put yourself first, take a lie in or go on a run before you are brought back to earth by a fresh wave of crying.
