There’s a point where every dad realises that owning a house, flat, or even just furniture comes with an unspoken contract: things will loosen, fall off, wobble, or break at the worst possible moment. Having a basic tool box isn’t about being handy or loving DIY. It’s about being able to deal with everyday problems without immediately calling someone else in.

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Buying a drill is one of those classic dad moments. You don’t own one, something needs fixing, and suddenly you’re standing in a shop or scrolling online wondering why there are so many options for what is, in theory, a spinning stick.

The truth is that most DIY dads don’t need anything close to what marketing departments would have you believe. What you need to spend ...

There’s a moment most dads have, usually after you’ve laid down the law and your kid’s gone quiet, where you think: was that good parenting… or have I just steamrolled them?

It’s a horrible question because it doesn’t arrive politely. It turns up when you’re already tired, already stressed, and already trying to hold the line. And to be fair, kids do need a line. Bound...

If you’ve ever stood in the timber aisle at Wickes with a trolley full of wood and a boot that definitely isn’t long enough, you’ll understand why this topic still comes up so often. For years, getting timber cut down in store felt like part of the deal. These days, it’s a lot less straightforward.

My local store used to offer the cutting service, but it doesn’t anymor...

There’s a weird gap between “I’m happy again” and “My kids are ready to see that.” If you’re separated and dating someone seriously, the idea of introducing a new partner to your children can feel like a huge milestone… and a potential hand grenade.

You’re not overthinking it. For kids, a new adult in their world can stir up loyalty worries, hope their parents will get...