Dads and antenatal classes
Antenatal classes offer men an excellent opportunity to take time out to think about their baby, which they might not otherwise do. But some men feel very awkward about going to antenatal classes....
View ArticleDad’s labour kit
As an expectant Dad, it is really worth sorting out what you are likely to need during the labour. Remember, labour can last many hours and you may well get hungry and thirsty, as well as tired. You...
View ArticleDads at the birth
Fathers are now encouraged to be present at the birth of their baby. Some dads, though, have doubts about being present throughout the labour and birth, and these doubts should be respected. It’s...
View ArticleDads are staying home
The number of men staying at home to bring up their children has almost doubled in the last 15 years (Source: Office of National Statistics). More fathers are working part-time and sharing the...
View ArticleThe 5 biggest myths about Dads
In 1986, poster company Athena launched the iconic ‘L’Enfant’ poster, a sepia-toned picture of a young man cradling a two week old baby. The image was credited with launching the new man, someone who...
View ArticleBooks for Dads
Make this Father’s Day extra memorable and find a book that the special man in the family can enjoy and keep as a reminder of his fatherhood. My Dad Can Do Anything Author: Stephen Krensky This is a...
View ArticleDads only just changing nappies
‘Modern’ dads have been around for far longer than we think, but they have only recently started to change nappies according to research from the University of Warwick. In a new paper published on the...
View ArticleNew dad walks 630 miles for Bliss
One in every 9 babies in the UK is born either premature or sick; over 80,000 babies every year with one being admitted to special care every six minutes. It’s staggering isn’t it and when it happens...
View ArticleDoulas Help Dads Too!
May is International Doula Month and to celebrate, we’re beginning a series of features all about doulas and how they can help you, not only with your birth experience, but pregnancy and after the...
View ArticleWhat dads really want!
Father’s day will soon be here and whether you’re racking your brains on your children’s behalf, wanting to show your partner your appreciation for being a fab dad or even wondering what to get your...
View ArticleMale Infertility – how are your swimmers fairing?
Infertility affects 1 in 6 couples, which results almost equally from male and female conditions and there are many aspects of the modern lifestyle that are believed to contribute to the problem. Poor...
View ArticleAdvice for dads capturing videos of their new baby – from Sony
The birth of Prince George has sent the nation into baby fever, however if you’re a new parent whose baby’s life won’t be caught on camera by the world’s paparazzi, you’ll need to ensure you capture...
View ArticleBeing a dad a second time around
23rd October 1999 is a very significant date in my life, as that was the day I became a dad to my now 13 year old daughter. This young lady has proven to be a life changing influence, ensuring that a...
View ArticleBen Cohen talks about the Cuddle Mastery Guide
It is not very often that you get an opportunity to chat to a wonderful father figure, and I was very lucky to do just that about the The Persil Non-Bio and Comfort Pure ‘Cuddle Mastery Guide’....
View ArticleOver half of dads feel nervous holding their own baby
Our favourite dad, Ben Cohen is still using his “Cuddle Mastery Guide” to keep his babies close to his skin. Ben continues to encourage dads to cuddle their babies and not to feel nervous about...
View ArticleBecoming a dad. Will he rise to the challenge?
How much has the man in your life changed since becoming a dad? Has the responsibility overwhelmed him, or has he risen to the challenge? Does he support and help you with your little one, or do you...
View ArticleHow can men boost their fertility?
Watch our video with Zita West where she gives advice to men on simple lifestyle changes they can make to boost fertility It’s easy for couples to focus solely on the woman’s health as they prepare for...
View ArticleCalling new dads! How you can help at home…
Now we know that having a baby will change our life, we know our body will change, our emotions will be up and down like a rollercoaster and we know that we are going to experience tiredness like never...
View ArticleThe perfect gift for hands-on Daddies!
Research has shown that new daddies can feel alienated from the whole parenting experience in those first few months. Bath time is a special time where daddy can really get involved and enjoy some...
View ArticleDads at the birth – Sharing or in the way?
Planning your birth? Part of the planning process will be to look at who your birthing partner in the delivery room will be, and for most pregnant women they will choose and totally value the father of...
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