Sips & Dad Tips Podcast

Lets have a cosy chat over some drinks about all things dad related.

The Impact of Team Sports on Kids

I think this might be one of the most essential experiences kids should have.

But there are of course, pros and cons... Let's talk about it!

Young Philosophers

You know, they ask ALL the questions or seemingly have ALL the answers?

Well, do you encourage them, or shut them down? Let's talk about it!

Do we burden our kids with goals?

There are of course many benefits to goal setting and wanting to achieve things.

But there is a balance to achieving this without making our kids anxious. Let's talk about it!

The birds and the bees!

How do we talk about some of the sensitive and awkward topics with our kids? Particularly if you are a single mother?

The question has been asked so lets talk about it. How do you navigate "The talk" as a parent?

Counting back from 10. The age old parenting technique.

But is it actually effective?

There might be more negatives than benefits to doing this, so lets explore that idea together!

If you're a dad and a gamer, you have a unique situation.

But are those things mutually exclusive? Can you balance them?

Let's talk about how to balance being a dad and a gamer in 2025, with some things that should ALWAYS take priority.

One of the most essential things to learn as a father... Acceptance

There are so many things we need to learn to accept as parents, as dads. But many of those are outside of our control.

In this episode lets talk about all those things, but also some of the things you shouldn't accept as a dad.

The early days of being a parent are so unique. It is such a special time!

But there are things all dads should do to help their young families.

What are those things and what are the non-negotiables? Lets talk about it!

Should you give your kids a phone? How old should they be?

AND... will you monitor everything they do?

Let's talk about the pitfalls and benefits to all of this on Sips & Dad Tips!

One thing ALL dads should do... Show warmth to their families and especially their kids.

Sometimes this might not be the most comfortable thing to do, and we need to face the reality of our own upbrining.

But the reality is that we need to make sure our kids feel like they are safe, loved and appreciated.

Welcome to the Sips & Dad Tips Podcast!

What is it all about? Who am I?

I answer all these questions as I hope to have you come along with me on this journey of learning, wisdom, discovery and (hopefully) get some tips along the way!