Dad MattersSubsite body text About Find your local Dad Matters Volunteer Info Info for Dads Info for professionals Blog Contact Info for Dads Support. Guidance. Real Talk. Becoming a dad can be exciting, overwhelming, and everything in between. Whether you're just finding out you're going to be a parent, or you're already in the thick of it, you're not alone. This page brings together trusted information, support and signposting to help you navigate fatherhood – your way. From understanding your rights and finding local services, to getting support with life’s toughest moments, we’re here to help you find what you need. Whatever you’re facing, there’s support out there - and we’ll help you get to it. Explore support: List of other organisations that could help: Home-Start – Local charity offering trained volunteers and expert support to families with young children. DadPad – A free app developed with the NHS, offering information and advice for dads. Available via app stores. Andy’s Man Club – A safe space for men to talk about mental health through weekly meetings across the UK. NHS Choices – Covers topics from pregnancy and antenatal care to baby development, vaccinations, feeding, and tantrums. Getting it Right from the Start – A booklet and video series on attachment and bonding for new parents, developed by Tameside Early Attachment Service The Association of Infant Mental Health (AIMH) – Information for parents and professionals on fostering emotional wellbeing in babies, with access to videos and resources. Kooth - a free, safe, and confidential online mental health and wellbeing support service for children and young people aged 11-25. Best Beginnings – A charity focused on giving every child the best start in life, with resources for parents. Mind – Mental health support for individuals, including perinatal mental health. Partners of Prisoners (POPS) – Support for families of prisoners. Action for Prisoners’ and Offenders’ Families – Nationwide support for families affected by imprisonment. Family Lives – Advice and support for families with children of any age. Both Parent’s Matter – Support for separated parents, ensuring children maintain relationships with both parents. Spoons Charity – Supports families experiencing neonatal care, providing practical and emotional support. DrugRehab.com – Information and support for those battling substance abuse and addiction. Dads Unlimited – Support tailored for single dads and those experiencing relationship breakdowns, including domestic abuse, financial agreements, and mental health. Tommy’s – A charity supporting parents through fertility, pregnancy, birth, and baby loss. Directions for Men – Support groups and activities where men can connect, share, and receive guidance. Cry-Sis – A national charity providing a telephone helpline and advice for parents coping with excessively crying or sleepless babies. CALM (Campaign Against Living Miserably) – A mental health charity providing crisis support and suicide prevention services. PAC-UK First Family Service – Support for birth parents and relatives affected by adoption, helping maintain connections and offering emotional support. Words for Life – A National Literacy Trust initiative offering tips and activities to help parents support their child’s communication and reading skills. Podcast recommendations Manage Cookie Preferences