Newcastle dads

Browse our headings below, hopefully we've got the information you need. You can also pop into one of our buildings and chat to a member of staff.

Find your nearest family hub

Becoming a dad

Midwife weighing baby

A dad's guide to birth

Becoming a parent is a big moment, and your role as a dad or birthing partner is incredibly important. Whether this is your first baby or not, being prepared can help you feel more confident and ready to welcome your baby.

Dad reading to baby

Bonding with your baby

Top tips to help you connect to your baby. Find out how your relationship helps their brain to develop. 

Crying baby

Coping with crying

All babies cry, and some more than others. Visit our page to find coping tips. 

Remember, never shake a baby. 

A father reading a bedtime story to his daughter as she lies in bed

Sleep

Parenting is hard when you are trying to cope with crying and not getting enough sleep. Read our top tips for sleep and find out about our sleep workshops for children and young people aged 1 to 19. 

Remember, never ever shake a baby.

Family life

Breastfeeding parents

Feeding your baby

From first feed to starting solids, learn all about feeding your little one. 

If you have any questions or need any support, you can always contact the health visiting team on 0191 282 3319. 

a young child trying to climb a baby gate

Keeping your child safe

Information about common accidents and injuries that can happen at home, and how to avoid them. 

young people in a computer lab

Things to do

Dads and male carers are welcome at all our activities and groups. Check out the calendar to see what's on near you.  

If you want to know more about one of our groups, contact the organiser for a chat. 

Parenting topics by age

Pregnancy
0 to 2
3 to 5
School age

Looking after yourself

Young parents with child outside the civic centre

Parenting support

Find out more about our parenting groups that give you the opportunity to learn more about child development and more. 

A happy family holding hands and walking

Healthy relationships

Arguments between parents are a normal part of relationships. If you feel that you are arguing more often, or your arguments are more serious or intense, you might benefit from extra support. You might like to try our free healthy relationship digital course or visit our relationships page to find out more.

Child on dad's shoulders

Separating and separated parents

Parenting while separating can be a challenge. Find out how we can support your family during and after separation. 

More support

Mental Health Support
Support with drugs and alcohol
Support with debt, money and gambling
Support to stop smoking
Refugee and Asylum Seeking Fathers
Employment and Skills
DigiDad
North East Young Lads and Dads

Looking for more support

We can offer you things like; 

  • A one-to-one assessment to help us understand what you need – then we can create a plan of support tailored to you
  • Signposting - and connecting with other services to get support that works for you
  • Emotional support and practical advice
  • Advocacy – giving young dads a voice

Contact Sarah Robson: Fathers and Male Carers Enhanced Service Coordinator

Email: sarah.robson@barnardos.org.uk

Mobile: 07565 013506

We're a dad inclusive city. Find out more about this here. 

Dads, how are we doing? Let us know by completing a quick questionnaire

Information from https://childrenandfamiliesnewcastle.org.uk/
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