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Why the NHS needs to get ready for the dads. “The current health service is failing to recognise dad’s needs, enough”. It’s our most controversial statement yet. Is it really that important? After all pregnancy and new-borns are mum’s domain. You sound like another controversial dad group attempting to not relinquish the slowly departing power of hegemonic masculinity or a petty dad, feeling left out… Frankly, yes. It’s time to recognise dad is a patient too. We know health is more than physical, it’s mental too and mental health subsequently impacts your physical health. More… Read More »Why the NHS needs to get ready for the dads

They cost how much! Let’s face it, having more mouths to feed costs money. Rather than get drawn into striving and panic, take a second to see what help is available. “Having a child has a major financial impact. I was pretty bad with money before I had my daughter, but I want her to have the things she wants.” Idris Elba. So if you’re not sure how to claim paternity leave, what benefits are available for new parents or you’ve heard about shared parental leave, but not sure if it’s for you, look no… Read More »They cost how much!

The plunge, why I gave it all up, when I had kids. As a group of guys who were yet to have children, on the rare occasion when the topic of children did come up, it would be linked to our financial circumstances. The conversation would often revolve around developing our careers to gain more money to start a family life well. It appears this theme doesn’t stop there. Becoming a parent for the first time, expecting parents often engage with this topic. Despite traditional gender roles pivoting, men can still be quick to assume… Read More »The plunge, why I gave it all up, when I had kids

Get a £10 Amazon Voucher. Receive a £10 Amazon voucher (£5 for each parent) as a token of appreciation for partaking in a project. ChildLab is looking for families with children between 4 and 16 years of age to partake in their project about how parents/caregivers perceive the relationship with their children. Participation is easy and involves both parents/caregivers answering a series of brief online questions concerning daily situations. The study does not require you to add your personal details and the responses will be fully anonymous. If you would like to participate, click the… Read More »£10 Amazon Voucher

Give mum Saturday morning off. If you’re in the North West, this isn’t to be missed. Start the weekend by giving mum some time off and treating yourself to a Full English. Have some quality time with your child and meet other local dads. Dad Hour is a time to meet new dads, socialise and exchange stories of vomit, poo and sleep deprivation. For expecting, new and existing dads. So much of life can be consumed by rushing around from one job to the next. Take some time out to invest in yourself and your… Read More »Give mum Saturday morning off

Get a grip. Prepare strategies with This Dad Can. Whether it’s the weekly shop or planning larger purchases for a newborn, using our to-do list tool helps you to conceptualise your priorities. It can profoundly change your spending habits and save you money and time. You may have less time on your hands, but don’t let that prevent you from becoming smarter with your time. Use the ‘to-do list’ to be intentional and efficient, with the limited time you do have. Planning the next bit of DIY or getting to grips with the logistics of… Read More »Get a grip