Ep 35: Bullied for My Teeth — Now We’re Getting It Right for Our Kids (with Dr. Kunal Patel)
In this honest and eye-opening episode, Dean and Sara get real about a topic many parents quietly stress over: our kids’ teeth. Sara admits their 6-year-old just saw the dentist for the first time (oops), and Dean opens up about how his childhood nickname “Beaver” still stings thanks to some serious dental insecurities.
To break the cycle and get some actual answers, they’ve invited expert dentist Dr. Kunal Patel—who not only runs a chain of clinics called Love Teeth but also opened one with a surprising twist that caught Sara's eye. They ask him all the real parenting questions, like:
Are dummies/thumb-sucking really that bad?
When should we actually start brushing baby teeth?
What’s the deal with fluoride, sealants, and clear aligners?
And… is it really that awful if they eat a lollipop before bed just once in a while?
From TikTok dental myths to teenage whitening strip obsessions, this episode is full of practical advice, funny confessions (hello, Bacardi bottle party trick), and the one thing every parent should know to help their kids have great teeth for life.
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Ep 34: Broken Toes & Broken Boundaries
This week on Fun Dad Dean & Wife: Unfiltered, Dean's nursing a busted toe and Sara’s not holding back on the mockery (spoiler: she still thinks childbirth wins). We dive into how parents should react when injured in front of kids—are you modelling calm or chaos?
Then we shift gears and tackle a big one: your child’s digital footprint. From oversharing online to AI dangers, school uniforms in photos, and the blurry line between memories and privacy—this episode is real, raw, and full of laughs (and a few uncomfortable truths)
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Ep 33: 10 Year Old Bullied Over Whatsapp & Lazy Things People Do We Hate
In this episode, we dive into an unexpected and eye-opening situation where our 10-year-old daughter became the target of bullying on WhatsApp—despite not even owning a phone. What started as a troubling experience turned into a powerful moment of growth and learning for our daughter.
In the second half, we lighten the mood with a fun (and slightly petty) rant about the lazy habits people have that drive us crazy—including some of our own! Expect laughs, real talk, and maybe a little friendly roasting.
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Ep 32: Secondary Schools & Things We Do As Parents That We Don’t Tell People
In this episode, we dive into the new drama Adolescence—and let’s just say, the school portrayal was... something else. We unpack how it was depicted and what it stirred up for us, especially with our eldest heading into those years soon.
We also get personal, sharing some of the things we do as parents that don’t always make it into conversation. It’s honest, a little messy, and definitely real.
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Ep 31: Parenting Hindsight - What We Wish We Knew
Sara's sister has just had a baby, which got us reminiscing about our own experiences as new parents. Looking back, there are definitely things we would do differently—hindsight is a wonderful thing! We’re not parenting experts, but if we could give our past selves some advice, we certainly would. And just to be clear—there are no more babies in our future… we’re done!
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Welcome to The Fun Dad Dean & Wife podcast, where we cut out all the BS of parenting and dive straight into the real, raw, and hilarious moments of family life.
Join Dean and his wife, Sara, as they navigate the ups and downs of raising kids with a refreshing dose of humour and authenticity. From tantrums to triumphs, this podcast is your go-to destination for relatable parenting stories, practical advice, and plenty of laughs along the way.
So, grab a cup of coffee (or a glass of wine) and tune in for some real talk about the joys and challenges of modern parenthood.