Bridget Manley

Birds In A Tree

Bridget Manley

  • Tim - "I Still Have Not Mastered Braiding Hair, But I Will Give It The Old College Try"

Tim - "I Still Have Not Mastered Braiding Hair, But I Will Give It The Old College Try"

Monday 6th March 2017

Musician Tim shares his fatherhood journey, balancing music with raising daughters. Hear about hair braiding, ballet classes, and breaking gender stereotypes.
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Birds In A Tree
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Bridget Manley
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Tim's Musical Journey Through Fatherhood

I guess overall philosophy is keep them alive one, but outside of that broader goal, I want my, you know, I want my kids to be set up for success.
Parenting isn't just about sleepless nights and school runs; it's a dance between nurturing your child's interests and keeping your own passions alive. In this heartfelt episode of 'Birds In A Tree', Bridget Manley sits down with Tim, a dad who's juggling his love for music with raising two young daughters in the city. Tim's candid chat reveals the ups and downs of fatherhood, from the comical struggles of hair braiding to the joy of painting tiny toenails.
Growing up in the countryside, Tim is now navigating the urban jungle with his four-year-old and one-year-old daughters, instilling in them an appreciation for music and creativity. He talks about breaking down gender stereotypes and embracing each child's unique personality. Whether it's ballet classes or countryside visits to grandparents, Tim's story is a beautiful reminder that parenting is about finding balance and joy in the little moments.
This episode offers a touching look at how one dad is making it work, one day at a time.