Welcome Dads

We are here for you

Sometimes it might feel that a lot of parenting advice and groups are aimed at mums, but we know that dads are just as important. Dads play a really important role in helping their children to be happy and healthy, and we want to help Blackpool dads be the best dads they possibly can be. Not only do our groups give you the skills and confidence to be a great dad, they also help you meet other local dads who are going through the same things as you are.

If you’re a dad or male role model and you want to find out more about services and groups that are available to you, please contact Colin on 07710 144989 or email Colin

DadPad in Blackpool

DadPad has come to Blackpool!

The free app is for all Dads-to-be and Dads in Blackpool that’s full of advice and support that helps you feel more confident about fatherhood.

The app covers topics such as:

  • Feeding, holding, changing and cleaning your baby
  • Surviving without sleep and coping with crying
  • Getting to know your baby
  • Home safety and first aid
  • Looking after yourself and supporting your partner

To download the app go to: thedadpad.co.uk/app

Sign up for DadMail!

DadMail is a quarterly newsletter for Blackpool dads that has all the latest about fun and free activities for the family, support and services for local dads, links to useful resources and more!

DadMail covers topics such as:

  • Parenting
  • Events for local dads and families
  • New services and social groups
  • Links recommended by our Better Start Dads Team

To read the latest copy of DadMail, click here

To sign up, contact Colin at colin.cecd@nspcc.org.uk

Meet the Dad’s Champions

The Dad’s Champions are made up of people from different services committed to helping Blackpool Dads.

Dads Champions

Craig Allison

Blackpool FC Community Trust

Male mental health is very important in Craig’s team. Participants are helped on programmes to stay connected, overcome barriers, and network with others.

Kirsten Brannigan

Henry Blackpool 

Kirsten is an Infant FeedingPractitioner in the hospitaland community. Including dads in the feeding experience and supporting them to feel acknowledged in breastfeeding.

Claire Fletcher

South Family Hub

Claire is committed to dads being heard, getting support and having the same opportunities as mums, so children get the best start for life.

T: 07748334965

Fiona Gutteridge

Health Visitor

Fiona supports families antenatally up until your child goes to school. She is always looking at how to improve involvement of fathers.

T: 07391861446

Ross Greenhalgh

Blackpool Dad Matters

Ross is a Coordinator for the Blackpool, Fylde and Wyre area. He helps signpost into the services. Fancy a chat with other dads about being a dad?

Owen Hargreaves

For Baby’s Sake

Owen works with expectant dad’s helping relationships with partners and babies. Dads need equal chances and support as both parents are central to children flourishing

T: 07748 334965

Eric Lee

Dad Matters

Eric is a Dad Matters Coordinator for Blackpool, Fylde and Wyre. Fancy a chat with other dads about being a dad?

T: 077437754288

Siobhean McCarthy-Perham

Maternity & Neonatal Voices Partnership Lead

Siobhean is responsible for  gathering feedback from mums, dads and family on their Neonatal experiences, helping the hospital improve their services.

Kerry Roberts

Baby Steps

Kerrie is passionate about including dads during pregnancy and beyond. Contact her about antenatal classes.

T: 07584 441 019

John Scholes

Dads Peer Support

John is lone dad of three children and had no idea of what being a dad involved. He is passionate about peer support groups so dads won’t struggle like he did.

T: 07584606815

Julie Spencer

Early Parenthood Nurse (EPS)

EPS is a home visiting service supporting families who need extra pregnancy and early infancy support to be the best parents they can. Dads are given chances to
feel supported as a parent.

T: 07584 587424

Upcoming Events

Ready, Steady, School – South Family Hub

13th October @ 10:00 am - 11:30 am

Ready, Steady, School – North Family Hub

15th October @ 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm