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Latest from Daddies Do Too
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Raising sons who treat people with respect
Everyday ways to teach sons courtesy, consent and responsibility without pressure to perform toughness or protect everyone else.
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Cherish the Moment: A Dad’s Reflection on Time with Kids
Time with our kids is precious and fleeting. As dads, we often wish we could relive those moments that brought us joy. Here’s a reminder to…
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Worried a man may be suicidal? How to help and find UK support
Practical help if you are worried a man may be suicidal, with UK emergency contacts, listening advice and routes to professional support.
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Reading with your child: small ideas for ordinary days
Simple shared-reading ideas for dads, including rereading favourites, everyday words, different formats and local library options.
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8 ways to bond with your child without pressure
Eight everyday ways dads can connect with children through shared routines, listening, play and respect for each child’s boundaries.
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Homemade craft paint: flour and salt paint for supervised use
A flour-and-salt craft paint recipe with clear limits: not edible, not for children who mouth materials, and supervision and clean-up required.
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Homemade playdough: an adult-prepared recipe for supervised play
A homemade playdough recipe with adult-only hot-water preparation, full cooling and clear advice on supervision, flour and allergies.
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School-absence fines in England: rules and support for parents
England’s school-absence penalty rules, including the 10-session threshold, first and repeat fines, and how to ask for attendance support.