One of the best things about the festive season is that you can get away with breaking all the parenting rules and blame it on Christmas.
Mince pies before dinner tonight? Why not, it’s Christmas!
Sherry in the afternoon? Don’t mind if I do! It’s Christmas!
CBeebies for two hours while I recover from that afternoon sherry, you say? Sod it, it’s Christmas!
Bedtime late tonight? Oh, go on then – it’s CHRISTMAS!!!
As parents we spend most of our lives trying to be the perfect mum or dad. We read the books, we consult the forums and do everything within our power to ensure our children turn into half decent human… Read the full story