You may not have a whole lot of free time on your hands if you’re a working dad. Due to your schedule and commitments, there may be stretches when you let self-care slip through the cracks. When you notice this occurring, it’s important to take a step back and re-evaluate your priorities. Taking good care…
Do you ever feel like your mind’s stuck on a loop of worry and “what ifs”? You’re not alone. For centuries, people have wrestled with the same restless questions—How do I keep going when life won’t slow down? What if everything falls apart? This is where stoic philosophy saves the day. Ancient words can still…
Single parenting is often painted with a broad brush of resilience and sacrifice, but it’s far more nuanced than that. There’s no manual handed to you the day you become the sole adult in your household, whether by choice, circumstance, or heartbreak. What you do get is a crash course in logistics, emotion management, and…
Choosing a career as a paramedic could have many benefits. However, this career could also come with many challenges. If you’ve been thinking of becoming a paramedic, here is a brief summary of the pros and cons, and the journey you’ll need to take to get qualified. The pros of becoming a paramedic It’s a…
Thinking about buying yourself a boat? Not sure how much you need to invest? Boats come in many different styles at many different price tags. This guide takes a look at the different types of boats you can expect to purchase across low, mid and high range pricing brackets – while also exploring some of…
Heading into the great outdoors with nothing but optimism and a soggy sleeping bag is a rookie move. Good gear isn’t just about bragging rights around the campfire. It keeps you safe, comfy and surprisingly sane when the weather decides to get dramatic. Think of your kit as a trusted sidekick rather than dead weight….
As we grow older, the need for care services for elderly family members becomes more prevalent. A family care plan is an essential tool that ensures everyone in the family is prepared to handle the emotional, logistical, and financial challenges that come with caregiving. By planning ahead, families can ensure that they provide appropriate care…
Keeping kids focused on learning can sometimes feel like climbing uphill or catching glitter in the wind. It feels impossible. Kids are curious, energetic, and easily distracted. But with a little imagination and the right mindset, learning doesn’t have to be a daily uphill climb with them. In fact, if you’re looking at it together,…
There isn’t much like a father-son relationship. As a dad, you’ll want to build a father-son bond as soon as possible. It’s natural, and every parent wants to bond with their kids. The trick to this is figuring out how to do this properly. You wouldn’t want to make any mistakes, after all. While this…
There’s a very specific kind of chaos that comes from a toddler who’s skipped their nap. It starts slowly, like a little twitch in the eye or an increase in decibel levels. But by late afternoon, they’re running in circles, shouting at furniture, and sobbing because the apple slices touched the crackers. Naps help, especially…