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| Dads | Hereford mums is for mums, dads, grandparents, childcarers - anyone taking care of children - it is certainly not just for mums!  Historically, almost all resources for parents have been directed at mothers when father's are equally important in raising a child. Thankfully, this is beginning to change and this page offers some help, support & useful links for dads in Hereford | |
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| | As working patterns & lifestyles change, dads are beginning to be able to spend more time with their children during the day and have the right to the facilities and networks in Hereford enjoyed by mums. Here is a selection of what's available: For you and your child Days out with Dad If you’re a dad, uncle, grandad or other father-figure based in South Herefordshire, and you have children in your charge with whom you’d like to get active alongside others in your local community, then you’re in the right place. The best way to find out more about us is simply to bring your children along to one of our next days out. Great places to go if you child is a pre-schooler. The Busy Bees toddler group in North Hereford is particularly well attended by dads. See also our Places To Go, What's On & Activities pages The centre holds a monthly Saturday dad's session Find a friend Our message board is a great place to meet other dads with kids For you NCT Events The local branch of the National Childbirth Trust (NCT) hold regular social events for dads in Hereford Clubs & Classes If you are new to Hereford - the clubs & classes on offer are a good way to meet new people. There is everything from football clubs to astronomical societies to gyms like Sixth Sense who hold men only fitness classes |
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| | Breastmilk is the perfect food for your baby and research has shown that dad's support is vital in helping their partners aquire what can be a tricky skill to master. The NCT have produced a guide specifically for dads to help them do this: www.nct.org.uk/info-centre/publications/view/59 For more information about breastfeeding, view the breastfeeding page |
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| | Postnatal depression can be a viscious illness that can affect anyone at anytime - dads as well as mums. Post Partum Dads is an American site offering stories from and resources for dads affected by the illness For more information about PND, view the Postnatal Depression page |
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| | There are some parenting sites and e-groups aimed specifically at men. If you come across any others, please contact us and we'll add them to the list: For Dads No-nonesense information, entertainment and advice for dads, as well as a confidential helpdesk service An online community where you can share ideas, find information and talk about the issues of being a dad Aims to cover parenting from a father's point of view. Categories include babies and children, work, money and health Set up by 2 dads who realised that there was a real lack of quality information for dads and dads-to-be online Created by dads for dads, providing usefull information and tips to future fathers and new dads A site created by a single dad - it is intended to be a resource for all dads, but with a special emphasis on helping the single and or non-resident fathers who have contact with their children FQ, the first in a new genre of men’s magazine, developed entirely for family-oriented men who’ve grown up and subsequently grown out of the stable of lads mags on offer today. For Home Dads A great community & resource site for stay at home dads - includes a forum |
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| | Domestic Violence Helpline: 0808 801 0327 Lines are open Mon, Tue & Wed 10am-1pm and 2pm-5pm www.respect.uk.netRespect Phoneline 0845 122 8609 for people who are abusive to their partners and want to stop www.amen.ie An Irish voluntary group which provides a confidential helpline (+353 046 9023718) information & support for male victims of domestic abuse & their children |
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