‘ we’re all winging it’

Jamie Day, 37, gave up a career in education to focus on his work as a blogger (@adayinthelifedad) and take care of five-year-old daughter Edie (below) and son Arlo, two. His wife, Georgia, is a journalist.

I used to work at a private school and I got more holiday than Georgia, so more often than not I was at home with the kids. Because of that, when I decided to fully pursue blogging, it wasn’t going to be that much of a change. My friends are quite jealous of the time I get to spend with Edie and Arlo. I’m effectively a stay-at-home dad, but I’ve set up a business where I can earn as well.

I’m the only dad at the school gates, which can be lonely. And any parent knows that getting two kids out of the door can be stressful. But we’re all winging it and learning every day. I’m in such a lucky position to spend so much time with my kids when so many dads don’t see theirs until the weekend. You’re pulling your hair out sometimes by the end of the day, but Georgia has been hugely supportive – I do get breaks to go to the football, meet friends and give my hair a chance to grow back.