The Dad Vibes: Parenting Truths

This game has no characters, no levels, no ending, yet children (and adults) are struggling to stop playing it. In this podcast, I break down the most dangerous type of games for kids, diving into why they’re so addictive, how they hijack the brain’s reward system, and why young children are especially vulnerable. Get the Toolkits - https://www.thedadvibes.com/toolkitsMY OTHER SOCIALS: 40k+ Weekly...

If you're constantly frustrated with your child, this one mindset shift will change your perspective, and help you parent on easy mode more often. Get the Toolkits - https://www.thedadvibes.com/toolkitsMY OTHER SOCIALS: 40k+ Weekly Readers - https://substack.com/@thedadvibes IG - https://www.instagram.com/the.dad.vibes/ YT - https://www.youtube.com/@TheDadVibes FB - https://www.facebook.com/th...

Does screen time in your house feel like constant negotiations, tears, or power struggles? In this episode, I share 3 practical strategies to help you set screen boundaries without yelling, threats, or guilt, while helping your child feel safe, regulated, and understood. Get the Toolkits - https://www.thedadvibes.com/toolkitsMY OTHER SOCIALS: 40k+ Weekly Readers - https://substack.com/@thedadvibes...

Becoming a dad can feel overwhelming, especially when confidence and connection don’t come instantly. In this episode, I’m sharing three practical ways new and expecting dads can feel more confident and connected. This conversation was inspired by my recent appearance on the BBC Parenting Helpline Podcast, where I spoke openly about bonding, identity shifts, and navigating the early days of parent...

Italian Brain Rot exploded onto kids’ devices in 2025, racking up tens of billions of views across TikTok and YouTube... yet most parents still have no idea what it is! 79% had never even heard of Italian Brain Rot, despite kids consuming hours of it every day. In this video, I take a deep dive into Italian Brain Rot from a parent’s perspective. I break down what Italian Brain Rot actually is, exp...

Every new and expecting parent needs to be aware of what co-sleeping is, and safe co-sleeping practises. We’ve co-slept with our kids for 7 years and in this episode, I’m sharing our honest, real-life experience with co-sleeping as parents. This is not advice, not a recommendation, and not a one-size-fits-all approach. It’s simply what worked for our family, what didn’t, and what I’d do differentl...

If you’ve ever caught yourself yelling at your kids and thought, “Why am I like this?”, this video is for you. Yelling doesn’t mean you’re a bad parent. It means you’re overwhelmed, exhausted, and human. In this episode, I share 9 practical, realistic ways to stop yelling at your kids, even when you’re stressed or running on empty. These steps focus on awareness, boundaries, emotional regulation,...

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This is the greatest gift we can give our child. It can be hard for parents to acknowledge, but when we get comfortable doing this, we give our children tools to last a lifetime.

Are you tired of using punishment as a go-to parenting method for disciplining your kids? Self-awareness is the key to making positive change, so in this video, I dive into the research and explore why parents might choose to punish their kids. 📚 Download: Punishment-Free Parenting - https://www.thedadvibes.com/punishment-free-parenting 📚 THE RESEARCH:Trauma, Not Better Behavior - https://www.de...

Are you concerned about your child’s YouTube habits and their screen time? In this video, I explore three alarming ways to help parents understand how YouTube hijacks our kids' brains, and why it's so difficult to get them to turn it off. Plus, I share some actionable tips to help your family use YouTube more healthily. Check out my guide and checklist to help your child use YouTube in a h...

In this episode, I chat with Crystal Miles, a certified infant massage instructor and founder of Connection Cards. Crystal shares her unique approach to alternative education, drawing from her personal experience with home education while juggling the demands of a full-time career. We delve into her journey into the world of infant massage, uncovering how it evolved from a passion to a fulfilling...

Kate Lancaster, also known as Dairy Free Mum, shares her parenting journey and how she started supporting parents navigating food allergies. She discusses her daughter's cow's milk allergy and the challenges they faced as first-time parents. Kate shares plenty of tips and advice on introducing allergens during weaning, managing allergies in schools and childcare, and dealing with the anxie...

Frank Fallon is an infertility blogger, an IVF coach and dad to identical twins. In this episode, Frank takes us on a journey through the heartache of discovering he had zero chance of conceiving naturally after a year of trying with his partner. But his story doesn't end there, Frank shares his rollercoaster ride through IVF treatments, culminating in the joyous arrival of identical twins. Dr...

Amit Kalley, co-founder of 'For Working Parents' supports both organisations and parents to help parents thrive in the workplace. Amit discusses the importance of flexibility and support for parents in the workplace and shares the inspiration behind founding the business. We explore the challenges faced by working parents, balancing work life and parenting life, returning to work after mat...

This week's SNIPPET is from episode 7 of the podcast with Psychotherapist, Anna Mathur. One of the biggest questions I'm asked is "Where do I start with self-care? I have no time!". So Anna and I dive into this topic and provide parents with a roadmap to help them start looking after themselves. Connect: YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/thedadvibes Instagram - https://www.instag...

Today I’m joined by Danielle Facey also known as The Breastfeeding Mentor. Danielle supports mothers through their breastfeeding journey through her social media content and online workshops. In the UK, between 70 - 80% of mothers initiate breastfeeding, and by 6 months, that number drops to less than 1%. So we unpick all of this and more in today's episode. This chat is completely judgement-f...

Today I’m joined by Ken Koyama, Ken makes up one-half of the popular blog, The Interracial Space. Ken is the proud dad to a 6-month-old little girl, and today we explore pregnancy, paternity leave, dad guilt and the daunting transition into fatherhood. Connect: YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/thedadvibes Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/the.dad.vibes/

Today's guest, Midwife Sister, Pip Davies supports parents through all aspects of pregnancy, birth and the postpartum period. Pip is on a mission to provide honest, evidence-based antenatal and postnatal education, to ensure women feel empowered to birth free from fear, and so that they’re prepared to navigate their parenting journey. Today we explore how parents can prepare for the birth, and...

Today I'm joined by Sarah Moore, the renowned author of 'Peaceful Discipline'. We delve into the realms of gentle parenting, healing from trauma, and an unexpected source of aid: improv comedy for parents. Sarah elaborates on gentle parenting strategies, guiding us from correction to connections. From reshaping our perception of our child's behaviour to harnessing the power of stor...

Today I’m joined by infant sleep consultant, founder of care it out and nanny of 20 years, Kerry Secker. Navigating sleep with our kids can be challenging, it can also be confusing, and often parents are told that the only thing that’ll work is to leave their babies and kids to cry themselves to sleep, and their child will magically sleep through the night. Kerry has had such a unique journey into...

Today I bring you a SNIPPET from episode 8 with clinical psychologist, Dr. Martha Collado. In this short clip, we explore the term breaking generational cycles. It’s a term that’s used heavily these days but is it fair for people to blame their parents for how they were raised? Or were their parents doing the best they could? Connect: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/the.dad.vibes/

Zoe Blaskey is a coach, speaker and founder of the Motherkind Podcast which is one of the most popular parenting podcasts in the world with almost 4M downloads. In today's episode, we dive into breaking those generational cycles, the challenges new mothers face, how Zoe entered into the world of conscious parenting, and what she’s learnt from chatting with some of the world's great minds i...

In this episode of the Parenting Truths Podcast, we delve into a topic that is often shrouded in silence and secrecy: infertility. Joining me today is Logan Donnelly, better known as KiwiDad, who opens up about his personal journey. At just 6 years old, Logan suffered a head injury, and at 17, he was involved in a car crash. These incidents took a toll on his health, leading to low energy, frequen...