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📱Tech7 February 2026

Your Child's First Phone: The Complete UK Dad's Guide

Everything UK dads need to know about getting their child's first phone - from the right age and device to parental controls, contracts vs PAYG, and family agreements.

🏢Flexible Working7 February 2026

How to Request Flexible Working: A Dad's Practical Guide

Step-by-step guidance on making a successful flexible working request - from the 2024 legal changes to framing your case and handling pushback.

🧠Mental Health7 February 2026

How to Actually Talk to Your Teenager

Practical communication strategies for dads of teenagers, including how to stay connected, recognise mental health warning signs, and know when to seek professional help.

💰Finance7 February 2026

Junior ISAs Explained: Building Your Child's Financial Future

Everything UK dads need to know about Junior ISAs - from 2025/26 allowances and best providers to investment strategies that could turn regular savings into serious money by 18.

🧠Mental Health7 February 2026

Sleep Deprivation Survival Guide for New Dads

Practical strategies for surviving the exhaustion of early fatherhood, including shift sleeping, when to worry, and how sleep deprivation affects your mental health and relationships.

🏢Flexible Working7 February 2026

Remote Working as a Dad: Productivity, Boundaries, and Staying Sane

Practical strategies for dads working from home - from setting up a proper workspace to maintaining boundaries, avoiding burnout, and actually being present for your family.

💰Finance7 February 2026

University Costs: How Much Should UK Dads Actually Save?

A practical breakdown of what university really costs in the UK, what student loans actually cover, and how to save strategically for the expenses that catch families off guard.

📱Tech7 February 2026

Screen Time for Under-5s: What the Research Actually Says

A UK dad's guide to screen time limits, educational apps, and device setup for pre-schoolers - based on WHO guidelines and Ofcom research, not parental guilt.

🏢Flexible Working7 February 2026

Shared Parental Leave: A UK Dad's Complete Guide

Everything you need to know about Shared Parental Leave - eligibility, pay calculations, how to apply, and why only 5% of dads take it (and whether you should).

📱Tech7 February 2026

Social Media Safety for Teens: A Practical Dad's Guide

Navigate TikTok, Instagram, Snapchat and Discord with your teenager. Real guidance on privacy settings, age verification workarounds, and how to stay connected without constant surveillance.

🧠Mental Health7 February 2026

Surviving the Toddler Years: A Dad's Guide to Tantrums

Evidence-based strategies for handling toddler meltdowns, staying calm when your patience is shot, and knowing when behaviour might indicate something more.

💰Finance7 February 2026

UK Childcare Costs in 2025: The Complete Dad's Guide

Navigate the maze of UK childcare funding, from the new expanded entitlements to Tax-Free Childcare. Real costs by region, worked examples, and step-by-step applications.

📱Tech4 February 2026

Best Baby Monitors for Tech-Savvy Dads (2026 UK Buyer's Guide)

A UK-focused, practical guide to choosing the best baby monitors in 2026, with real product recommendations, current prices, setup tips, and security advice for tech-minded dads.

🏢Flexible Working4 February 2026

How to Request Flexible Working as a New Dad (Without Damaging Your Career)

A practical guide for new fathers on requesting flexible working arrangements, including template emails, UK legal rights under the 2024 changes, and strategies to maintain career progression.