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.
If you live in Birmingham, 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.
New free Dad Squad stay and play groups are now available through the Family Hubs for dads in Birmingham. A place to play and grow together and share experiences with other dads close to where you live.
More groups will be opening in different areas this year so please return to this page often for details.
Current groups from September 2026:
- First Saturday of the month, 10-11.30am: Birmingham Botanical Gardens, Westbourne Rd, Edgbaston, Birmingham B15 3TR - walk and talk/stay and play [free entry to the gardens, parking £3]
- Last Saturday of the month, 10-11.30am: GBNFC (The Chinnbrook Centre), 213 Trittiford Rd, Yardley Wood, Birmingham B13 0ET - stay and play [free entry and refreshments]
- Third Tuesday of the month, 1-3pm: Ladywood Children's Centre, 9 Plough and Harrow Road, B16 8UR - stay and play [free]
Mike's story supporting wife with postnatal depression
Coping with a crying baby (from a dad's perspective)
Relationship with dads and babies
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.
James' Place offers free treatment for men in suicidal crisis delivered by trained, professional therapists at our safe, friendly, non-clinical centre on Harborne Road, Birmingham.
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.
Men’s Prosperity Club offers a free mental health support
space dedicated to men seeking peer support, personal growth and community
connection in Birmingham, it’s a movement that encourages men to
express themselves openly and authentically.
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