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Calm, practical reads for dads — on fatherhood, looking after yourself and supporting your family. Written and reviewed by the tadpole wellbeing team.
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Bonding is not always instant — and that does not make you a bad dad.
Tadpole Wellbeing Team
Keeping things steady for your kids when you and their other parent are apart.
Tadpole Wellbeing Team
Low mood is common in early fatherhood — what to look out for, and where to turn.
Tadpole Wellbeing Team
Friendships slip easily after a baby — and they matter more than ever.
Tadpole Wellbeing Team
A bit of time for you is not selfish — it is what keeps you going.
Tadpole Wellbeing Team
Telling the difference between a hard few weeks and something worth getting help for.
Tadpole Wellbeing Team
Practical ways to show up for your partner in those first weeks.
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General, been-there tips for getting through the worst of the broken nights.
Tadpole Wellbeing Team
The early days are intense and messy. Here is what tends to catch new dads off guard.
Tadpole Wellbeing Team