Stepping into fatherhood is an exhilarating adventure complete with a rollercoaster of highs and lows as you quickly adapt to your new life as a parent. It’s no cakewalk, and you’ll want to be as prepared as possible to hit the ground running when the baby arrives. That means getting the right toolkit. Just as […]
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Have you ever felt overwhelmed by the volume of physical tasks you need to complete as a parent? What about the idea that just having to constantly remember, plan, and manage all your parenting and household tasks can seem so draining? That, in a nutshell, is what we call the mental load. .The mental tasks,
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Let’s talk about some unhelpful common parenting myths through the lens of fatherhood. Fatherhood often comes with a pre-packaged set of expectations. These harmful myths can obscure the real, lived experiences of dads everywhere. If you’re not vigilant, these myths can negatively influence the way you raise kids. They can shape your behavior as you
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Let’s talk about a question that’s popping up more and more these days: What if you don’t want to have kids? Recent research suggests that around 30% of couples are at least considering voluntary childlessness. That’s a significant uptick in this trend from 20 or 30 years ago. So, what’s behind the urge to remain
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Congratulations! You are entering one of the most exciting adventures there is in life. After your child is born, you will trade your title as a “First-time father” for a more experienced “father”. Within no time l you will be changing diapers and burping your baby like a well-trained pro! While your spouse is pregnant,
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So, as you and your partner delve into discussions about your birthing plan, it’s becoming increasingly real; before you know it, the baby will be here. There is a plethora of considerations, and among them is the pivotal question: “Do we opt for a Vaginal birth or a C-section?” Epidural or natural birth without pain
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When you find out that your significant other is pregnant, you may feel joy, excitement, fear, and even a little overwhelmed. You may feel the need to share this information with friends and family immediately. Or you may want to process this information first before sharing. Whatever the case may be, pregnancy is a life-changing
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Ah, the joys of parenthood! The sleepless nights, the endless diaper changes, and the rock-paper-scissors of who gets to catch a few precious winks. As a new dad, I found myself in countless debates with my partner over who is more tired. It’s easy to fall into the blame game, which can fuel ill feelings
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Exciting, and at times overwhelming, becoming a father is filled with anticipation and uncertainties. While welcoming a newborn into your family is a joyous occasion, it’s typical to feel anxious about the significant changes fatherhood will bring. However, the new dad jitters can be managed with some of the strategies outlined in this article. It’s
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Congratulations mate, you’re about to become a dad! While entering parenthood is incredibly exciting, it can also be downright baffling. If you’re thinking “Help, what baby gear do we need? Never fear, this dad’s got your back. I’ll break down the baby gear basics, featuring top Aussie brands, so you can focus on more important
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