Second babies, toddler toothbrushing and a genius weight loss hack for new dads
A roundup of the hilarious parenting content from the week, guaranteed to make you smile, if not laugh out loud.
Happy Saturday Dads!
Have you ever wondered why the animal children in Hey Duggee can talk, but Duggee himself is restricted to barking? Is anyone else’s favourite character the rabbits? Is Happy the crocodile adopted?
Wow, sorry, it’s 6.00am and this household is already 5 episodes deep!
Coming up this week…
Are you even a new dad if you haven’t grown a muffin-top
How to prepare for childbirth second-time round
The most embarrassing costumes to deck your kids in this Halloween
As always, if you enjoyed this week’s edition and think you might know someone else who would, please do share. We know how tough being a parent can be, and sometimes you just need a moment to laugh at some of the craziness.
Thanks for reading, and enjoy that beer once it finally comes.
Fred @
(a fellow dad of 2)
As seen on Insta
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Pretty sure they didn’t learn that from Ms Rachel [link]
We don’t remember this part of Jack and Jill [link]
It’s all fun and games until you whip out your Slipknot repertoire [link]
Redefining the phrase ‘getting an earful’ [link]
It’s all in the numbers
Anyone remember the freshman-15?
Well, the chances are, if you’re a new parent then you’re probably experiencing something very similar. Except this time beer and pot noodles aren’t the problem.
The average first-time dad gains over a stone in weight in the first year after having a baby, not far off the average mum during pregnancy.
Whether you’re intentionally growing a sympathy bump in support of your loved one, or finding it tough abstaining from your baby’s leftover fish fingers, don’t worry; you’re not alone and we have you covered.
Or at least this genius kid’s pioneering weight loss strategy does.
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They will thank you
As per a request from one of our loyal subscribers, we’re focusing this week on prepping for a second baby. Here are a few things to consider to help take the pressure of your partner:
Start having a think about childcare for your firstborn around the due date
Don’t wait until the last minute to check the old car seat, baby monitor and pram
Review your paternity policy and check flexibility to break it down into smaller chunks, thus extending your availability for looking after your toddler once the baby has arrived
Chat to your partner about potential presents to give your toddler from the baby
Books to buy your toddler:
A New Sibling For You | Wonderbly: £27.99 [buy here]
I’m A Big Sister / Brother | Amazon: £5.99 [buy here and here]
One Special Day A Story for Big Brothers and Sisters | Amazon: £5.99 [buy here]
We were going to compile a list of books about second-time parenting, but the truth is this article just about covers it all and you’ve most likely done all the reading you need to about babies.
Instead, here is one highly recommended book about parenting under 5s, from tantrums to squabbles.
There's No Such Thing As 'Naughty' | Amazon: £9.99 [buy here]
Dad hack of the week
For the dads currently struggling to get their kids anywhere near a toothbrush without the dulcet tones of Finny the Shark, this one’s for you.
*and from a professional dentist, so it must be legit!
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Halloween special
With spooky season fast approaching, the two things you mustn’t forget:
shitloads of sweets; now that you’re a parent the local terrors will find your house
the most embarrassing outfit you could possibly bestow on your helpless offspring
Here’s a selection of some hysterical baby outfits to get your inspiration flowing:
Baby Octopus: £121.96 [buy here]
Baby Peacock: £27.98 [buy here]
One for your older kids that might come in handy for that 40th party you have round the corner.
LED Butterfly Wings: £15.79 [buy here]
And finally one guaranteed to win you ‘dad of the year’ every time:
LED Elsa Dress: £25.99 [buy here]
That being said, if you’d rather save your cash for more practical items, then you could just emulate this hilarious dad move:
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Upcoming dates that it might be worth having up your sleeve:
Half-term (in England) 23-27th October. Don’t forget to submit that annual leave request.
Clocks go back 29th October. Everyone else is likely to enjoy an extra hour in bed, but remember, you have kids!
Halloween 31st October. Time to find the lowest effort outfit you’re able to pull together from your existing wardrobe.
That’s it for this week folks.
Thanks again for reading, as always we leave you with one HILARIOUS joke to share with the family.
Why don’t vampires attack Taylor Swift?
Because she’s got Bad Blood.
source: daddilife.com
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