International Men’s Day
Published 19th November 2021
Today is International Men’s Day and, we’d like to give a shout out to all of the incredible men that have been involved in having a baby in a Neonatal Unit. Dad’s, Grandfather’s, Brother’s, Uncles – the neonatal journey has an impact on them all. Check out our Help and Support page for details of support organisations, https://www.earlybirth.co.uk/sources-of-support-and-help/
There are also several organisations who specialise in helping and supporting men in challenging times.
* Campaign Against Living Miserably (CALM) https://www.thecalmzone.net/ working to make sure everyone gets the support they need, no matter what.
* Dads Matter UK – https://www.dadsmatteruk.org – provides support for dads worried about or suffering from Depression, Anxiety and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD).
* Nine4Norah – https://nine4norah.co.uk. They aim to support and fundraise for Baby Loss & Men’s mental health charities.
* DadsandLadsNetwork – is a men’s support network set up in 2020 by bereaved father Ross Coniam from Watford. Ross set up #DadsandLadsNetwork as a non-professional group to offer bereaved Dads and men suffering from mental health issues a safe space to talk. The private WhatsApp groups are open to all men that would like a safe and supportive environment to chat, as little or as much as they need. For more information please email dadsandladsnetwork@nine4norah.co.uk
Also not forgetting all of the amazing men who work on the baby units – thank you! Your kindness, support and dedication stays in the hearts of many parents.
The Early Birth Association are registered on Virgin Money Giving,
where you are able to make a donation directly to us and set up your
own fundraising page for any events that you do.
Contact Us
Please feel free to contact us for further information at info@earlybirth.co.uk
For further advice and support please also see the useful links and information at the bottom of the website.