I’ve been thinking about this lately. As dads, we’re not just building our families future. We’re building memories. Some of my fondest childhood moments weren’t expensive. They weren’t extravagant. They weren’t perfectly planned. They were simple. - Being outside until the streetlights came on. - Family dinners where everyone was actually present. - Weekend rituals that felt small at the time… but meant everything later. Now as a dad, I catch myself trying to recreate those same feelings. Not the exact activities. But the emotion behind them. Safety. Presence. Belonging. Fun. Sometimes we overthink fatherhood. We think we need the big holidays, the big gifts, the big gestures. But often, it’s the consistent small things that stick. 👉 So I’m curious: What’s one memory from your childhood you’ve intentionally tried to recreate for your kids? And if you haven’t yet… what’s one you want to start? Let’s share ideas. Someone else in here might turn your memory into their new family tradition. 👊

I was at home with my daughter before work today and I promised to do an activity with her but got caught up sorting the house out instead, which resulted in her acting out negatively. When I finally did get to being with her, her entire mood changed. This made me realise, my daughter takes immense joy in simply sitting with her dad and colouring in. It’s as simple as that. Kids just need that connection over a fun task, whatever that may look like for you and your child/children. It’s the small things! It’s always the small things. Has this happened to you? Share your experience

Question for the group: Have you ever considered if your kids have copied any of your habits? If so, are you proud of these habits? So often we reflect on the bad things without really considering the positive habits we pass or have the intention to pass on to our children. Thought provoking? Absolutely! Share your stories guys

I grew up with a father who provided well. We had great experiences and a level of comfort that I am genuinely grateful for. But that came at a cost. His time. He was around for the big sporting moments, but there were gaps in the everyday stuff. The conversations, the emotional support, the life lessons you do not realise you need until later. His life was busy, social, and full, just not always present in the way I now understand fatherhood to be. Because of that, my approach as a dad is very different. I prioritise time. Teaching. Playing. Learning together. Being there not just physically, but emotionally. What this has taught me is something important. There is no single formula for being a good dad. Fatherhood shows up in different ways, and it needs to adapt to the character of the child in front of you, not some ideal version in your head. So I am curious. 🤔 What are the biggest learnings you have had about your own parenting style? 🤔 Do you actively notice the areas that need work, as well as the values and behaviours that are non negotiable for you as a parent? Keen to hear your reflections.

A lesson I’ve recently learned is that parenting a toddler does not come with breaks. We have been on holiday with family and my first instinct was to relax and put my feet up. But parenting does not follow that same rhythm. It is ongoing and even small deviations quickly lead to chaos. Children, especially toddlers, thrive on structure, routine, and clearly defined boundaries. Even when the setting changes, they still need consistency from us. In many ways, the more relaxed the environment, the more important those boundaries become. I am curious how other dads handle this 🧐 👉Do you loosen rules on holidays or try to keep routines the same? 👉Have you noticed behaviour shift when structure slips? 👉What boundaries are non negotiable for you even when away from home? 👉How do you balance being present and relaxed while still holding the line? Would love to hear what has worked and what has not especially with toddlers.