Children and Young People
Provides evidence-based tips to support child development, bonding, and communication between fathers and young children.
Community & Leisure
Informal, peer-led social group providing opportunities for fathers to connect, reduce isolation, and build friendships.
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gooddadsclub_
Crisis and Emergency support
A UK-wide charity offering support for parents experiencing perinatal mental health challenges, including specific helplines, resources, and peer support for dads. Provides accessible entry points for fathers who may be struggling in silence.
Website: https://www.pandasfoundation.org.uk/how-we-can-support-you/support-for-dads/
Specialist service offering support for parents experiencing baby loss, including emotional and clinical pathways.
Website: https://eput.nhs.uk/services/by-your-side-maternal-mental-health-service/
Digital & Online Resources
Online hub providing accessible parenting advice, forums, and resources specifically tailored for fathers.
A comprehensive information pack providing practical advice, emotional support guidance, and signposting for fathers during the perinatal period.
Website: https://eput.nhs.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/father-support-information-pack.pdf
A practical app designed specifically for dads, offering accessible guidance on pregnancy, birth, and early parenting.
Website: https://www.thedadpad.co.uk
Employment, Skills & Education
Delivers courses and programmes that support fathers and young men with skills, parenting preparation, and personal development.
Website: https://futuremen.org/community-outreach-engagement/
Family & Parenting Support
Structured family support programme focusing on early intervention and strengthening father engagement.
Provides helplines, advice, and guidance to support family life, parenting challenges, and emotional wellbeing.
Website: https://www.familylives.org.uk
Financial/Legal Support
Therapy fund forProvides financial support for fathers on low incomes to access therapy and mental health services. fathers on low income.
Website: https://gooddads.club/
Offers free, confidential advice on financial, legal, housing, and employment issues impacting families.
Website: https://www.citizensadvice.org.uk/
Health & Wellbeing
A national programme supporting fathers’ mental health, attachment, and involvement during the perinatal period. Focuses on reducing isolation, improving bonding, and encouraging dads to engage in their baby’s development through group sessions and outreach.
A collection of resources designed to help fathers understand and manage their mental health during early parenthood.
Website: https://www.home-start.org.uk/mental-health-for-dads
Provides pregnancy and baby loss support, including wellbeing programmes for parents following miscarriage.
Relationships and Social Support
A community-driven network that connects fathers through local and online groups. Encourages peer-led support, shared experiences, and practical advice on parenting, relationships, and wellbeing.
Offers counselling and relationship support to help fathers navigate challenges in partnerships and family dynamics.
Website: https://www.relate.org.uk
Virtual peer support group offering a safe space for dads to share experiences and reduce isolation.
Website: https://www.beaconservices.org.uk/dads-support-group-west-midlands-uk/
Specialist Support
A leading organisation focusing on father-inclusive practice, research, and policy. Produces evidence-based resources to improve outcomes for dads, children, and families.
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A professional resource supporting practitioners to engage fathers effectively in maternity care.
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Offers support for substance misuse and recovery, helping fathers and families manage complex needs.
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Provides bereavement support for parents affected by stillbirth or neonatal death, including tailored support for fathers.
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Delivers support for those suffering from drugs, alcohol or mental helath issues
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