Daniel Betts

Dan is a dad of four and the creator of @the_breaking_dad across Instagram and other social channels, as well as thebreakingdad.co.uk, where he shares honest, practical tips on parenting, co-parenting, and family life. Blending real-world experience with a background in digital marketing, Dan helps parents feel more confident and connected every step of the way.

smol review

Smol Review 2025: Are Their Eco-Friendly Laundry and Dishwasher Tablets Still Worth It?

We tested Smol’s full range of eco-friendly cleaning products in 2025: from their bestselling laundry capsules and dishwasher tablets to newer additions like stain remover and refillable sprays. Here’s how they performed in real family life…and whether they’re still worth the hype.

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Center Parcs Elveden Forest Review 2025: Our Honest Family Trip with a 7-Month-Old

Planning your first holiday with a baby? Wondering whether Center Parcs Elveden Forest is worth it for families with young children? Here’s our honest, in-depth review based on our first family holiday with a 7-month-old and three older girls (ages 6–10) — and why we now recommend Center Parcs over caravan parks like Parkdean.

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The Breaking Dad wearing the Vivobarefoot Motus Strength

Vivobarefoot Motus Strength Review (2025): The Only Barefoot Shoe I Need as a Busy Parent

The Vivobarefoot Motus Strength is the ultimate versatile barefoot training shoe for active parents. Engineered for functional fitness, heavy lifting, and high-intensity workouts, it delivers exceptional grip, stability, and all-day comfort. Crafted from durable, recycled materials, this premium footwear supports natural movement while handling demanding parenting duties. It’s an eco-friendly investment for health and a simplified, active lifestyle.

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Rosie and Millie when she was a newborn baby

Must Haves for Newborn: The Ultimate Checklist for New Parents

Expecting a baby or just welcomed one? This guide, from experienced parents Rosie and Dan (The Breaking Dad), cuts through the noise to share the essential baby items they genuinely used and loved in the first few months with their newborn, Millie.

Get a practical, relatable checklist covering feeding, sleep, bath time, and on-the-go gear.

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Hoppstar Artist Digital Camera Review

Hoppstar Artist Digital Camera Review: The Perfect Creative Tool for Young Photographers

Looking for the perfect camera for your budding young photographer? The Hoppstar Artist is a fun, durable, and easy-to-use instant print camera designed especially for kids. With a 5MP lens (interpolated to 12MP), built-in thermal printing, creative filters, and a generous starter kit, it promises hours of creative play. But how do its features stack up in real life? We’ve fact-checked the claims so you know exactly what you’re getting.

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