I Was There. But Was I What My Son Needed?

Fatherhood in Focus · Oct 30, 2026 · 36m

I was there for my son. I loved him. I desperately wanted to help him. But there were moments when I wasn't what he needed.

When your child is struggling, being physically present isn't always the same as making them feel understood, safe and supported.

In Episode 73 of Answer Me This, I talk honestly about one of the hardest periods we've experienced as a family. Henry was struggling after an experience that affected his confidence, his anxiety and his willingness to do things he'd previously loved. I wanted a solution. I wanted to fix it. And when I couldn't, frustration started creeping…