QUIZ: What Kind of Dad Are You (Really)?

You’re not just one kind of dad - but some habits stick louder than others.

Some days you’re playful. Other days you’re all routine. Most of the time? You’re somewhere in between, doing your best with whatever energy and brain cells you’ve got left.

This isn’t a “good dad” test. It’s just a light check-in to help you notice how you show up, the stuff you’re great at, and the bits you might want to shift. Let’s go!

1. Your kid spills cereal all over the floor. You... 

A. Turn it into a broom-wielding dance party. 

B. Say, “All good,” and help them clean it up together. 

C. Groan, then realise you’ve done worse. 

D. Point to the paper towel and supervise the clean-up.

2. It’s bedtime. Your move? 

A. Make up a wild story with space robots and farts. 

B. Snuggle in and ask about their day. 

C. Wing it. Sometimes a book, sometimes... not. 

D. Stick to the routine like it’s sacred.

3. You’re running late for school drop-off. You... 

A. Blast tunes and make it fun. 

B. Apologise for the rush and check they’re okay. 

C. Realise halfway there it's sports uniform day. 

D. You’re never late. Bags packed, water bottles filled, hats on.

4. Your kid’s upset about something small. You... 

A. Distract them with a joke or silly face. 

B. Get down to their level and listen. 

C. Give them space and hope they work it out. 

D. Help them name the feeling and talk it through.

5. Screen time's getting out of hand. You... 

A. Challenge them to a game of backyard cricket instead. 

B. Talk it out and agree on new limits together. 

C. Realise you’ve also been scrolling for an hour. 

D. Set rules. Stick to them.

6. They ask a tricky question (“What’s death?” “Where do babies come from?”). You... 

A. Stall with “Let’s ask Google together!” 

B. Answer honestly, in a way they can understand. 

C. Panic and change the subject. 

D. Pull out a book. You’re ready for this.

7. You and your partner disagree about how to handle a parenting moment. You... 

A. Crack a joke to defuse the tension. 

B. Talk it through later, away from the kids. 

C. Shrug and go with whatever they say. 

D. Stick to your guns as consistency does matter.

8. Your kid wants to quit something they just started (sport, music, whatever). You... 

A. Say, “Fair enough. Life’s short.” 

B. Ask why, and talk it through together. 

C. Say, “Sure,” and forget to tell your partner. 

D. Encourage them to finish the term first as commitments do matter.

Your Results

Mostly A's - The Fun Dad

You bring energy, humour, and a big dose of joy. Your kids know you’re always up for a laugh, a game, or turning the boring into something brilliant.

What you bring: Playfulness, connection, the ability to lighten any moment.

What to keep in mind: It’s not all meant to be fun. Some things need holding still the feelings, boundaries, routines, even when they’re awkward.

Mostly B's - The Heartfelt Dad

You show up with your heart first. You listen, reflect, and care deeply about how your kids are feeling, and it shows.

What you bring: Empathy, patience, and emotional honesty.

What to keep in mind: Don’t tie yourself in knots trying to be the perfect parent. They remember how you made them feel, not how well you worded it.

Mostly C's - The Wing-It Dad

You’re chill, adaptable, and not afraid to freestyle your way through parenting. Your house might be a bit chaotic, but it’s never cold.

What you bring: Flexibility, humour, a go-with-the-flow vibe that puts kids at ease.

What to keep in mind: A little structure can go a long way. You don’t need a plan, you  just have a rhythm they can rely on.

Mostly D's - The Structured Dad

You bring calm through consistency. Routines, rules, and follow-through, you’re rock solid, and your kids trust that.

What you bring: Stability, dependability, strong leadership at home.

What to keep in mind: Sometimes the magic is in the mess. Let go of the script now and then, connection often lives off-schedule.

No Clear Winner - The Mix-and-Match Dad

You don’t fit into one box and that’s because parenting rarely works that way. You shift gears, try things, and keep showing up.

What you bring: Flexibility, self-awareness, the ability to read the room (and the kid).

What to keep in mind: You don’t have to be everything, every day. Just be present and honest, that’s the stuff they remember.

DADDING IN ACTION

Notice how you show up — and try doing one thing differently today.