Fathers

Parenting support resources

The following are a list of well-established and reputable organisations who offer a range of high-quality advice and support for parents. If you can not find what you need, please contact your local Best Start Family Hub and our staff will work with you to find the correct support to meet your and your family’s needs.

Dad Matters - This page brings together trusted information, support and signposting to help you navigate fatherhood, as well as links to mental health support.

DadPad - the DadPad app gives new dads and dads-to-be the knowledge and skills needed to gain confidence and give their baby the best start in life.

Anya - Compassionate parenting support powered through an accessible app. Personalised support is available through virtual chats.

Parent Talk - Find answers to parenting questions in our advice articles or talk to a parenting coach about anything that’s worrying you. No topic is too big, too small or too embarrassing.

Togetherness (The Solihull Approach) - Follow a step-by-step learning journey to build emotional health, resilience and confidence to make a positive difference in your relationships with your children.

The Lullaby Trust - The Lullaby Trust exists to keep babies safe and to keep grieving families supported by providing expert advice on safer sleep for babies and support for parents around sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS).

Cry-sis - A free helpline to support parents with crying and sleepless babies. They also provide guides on how to cope with crying babies and tips for new parents.