Acacia Family Support - Support services for pre and postnatal depression and anxiety
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Support for dads and partners

Postnatal depression and anxiety doesn’t just affect mums, it can impact the whole family. Dads and partners often face unique challenges as they support their loved ones while managing their own thoughts and experiences.

Our tailored service provides a confidential and supportive space to navigate this journey together. If you're struggling we’re here to support you, boost your confidence as a parent and strengthen your ability to support your family. Remember, looking after your own wellbeing means you are looking after your family.  Refer yourself now by clicking on the button below.

The information on this page is primarily aimed at dads.  If you are from the LGBTQIA+ community we have another page which you may find useful.  Click here to go to that page.

Start a Self Referral

Maternal Mental Health Survival Guide for Dads and Partners

Living Life to the Full  Free online course to help with anxiety and low mood

NHS Self Help Guides a range of self help/information guides from the NHS

APP Guide for Partners A postpartum psychosis guide to help dads and partners

Shout 85258 is a free, confidential, 24/7 text messaging support service for anyone who is struggling to cope. Shout exists to provide support to anyone, anywhere and at any time who may be experiencing a challenging time with their mental health.  Just text SHOUT to 85258.  The text is free and anonymous on all major UK networks.

MIND partners mental health information and support

OCD Action Information and support for living with Obsessive Compulsive Disorder

The Campaign Against Living Miserably (CALM) offer support to any man who is down or in crisis over the phone on 0800 58 58 58, or on webchat.

If you live outside of Birmingham please click here to go to the Hearts and Minds map of local support groups around the country.  All you need to do is put in your postcode and the map will show you what's available locally to you.