Superdad.com.au is all about the joys, challenges and lessons of being a bloke in the role of primary caregiver.
From January to December 2009 I had the pleasure of being at home with my eldest son, Austin, for months nine to 19 of his young life. It was a blast, but it wasn't all easy.
This site captures it all. From self-feeding to potting training; the politics of playgroup and the suspicious looks from all those mums on the high street. There's recipes, activities and road trips. There's SAHD news from around the world. There's things not to do on online auctions - no matter how long your child's afternoon sleep.
It may inform, inspire or amuse. Heck, it might just do all three.
Just when I thought I was on my own, Britain's
Telegraph reports on a study which reveals that
almost 50% of fathers are stay-at-home dads.
Okay, so they're talking about Britain. Then there's this darn recession, and some are part-time, but it's still a heck of a lot. And given the proximity the job gives you to the BBQ and beer fridge, the figure could well be higher here in Australia.
Not that you'd know from playgroup.
Read the full story here.
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