Dads of Mansfield - Welcome to Fatherhood!
Mansfield Shire Council & their Maternal and Child Health team have partnered with Dads Group to provide programs of support for fathers and families.
Dads Connect - Digital
Invest in your dad journey with our Dads Connect online sessions tailored for dads and expecting parents. Our sessions are designed to prepare you emotionally for parenting, featuring discussions on mental health, coping strategies, and building a support network. These sessions are a beacon for new and seasoned dads alike, providing a supportive community for those navigating the joys and challenges of dadhood.
Check out the calendar below for dates and important information. Register now to be part of this transformative experience, fostering confidence and connections in your dad journey.
Community Catch up
Dads. Kids. Coffee. And maybe a playground. It sounds simple, because it is simple.
Dads Groups are a gathering of new fathers meeting together weekly with their kids, a coffee, and often a playground. The peer-to-peer approach of Dads Groups create an evidenced-based and effective framework for support — something that is often missing from the existing fatherhood experience in Australia.
Check out our Facebook Page and WhatsApp to connect with other dads today!
Become a Dads Group Leader
Are you a passionate dad in our community looking to invest in and support other fathers? We're on the lookout for individuals like you to step up as leaders in our Dads Group movement. Your involvement signifies more than just participation; it's a commitment to excellence in fatherhood and a chance to make a substantial difference.
DG Podcast
We're all about bringing dads together, and in this season we're chatting with some amazing hosts with unique experiences and insights.
Being a dad is tough, but you're not alone. Our aim is to create a relaxed space to share the highs and lows of fatherhood and remind each other we're in it together. So, grab a drink, get comfortable, and join our laid-back discussions on dad life.
Dad’s Night In
Our 'Dad's Night In' event is an inspiring interactive gathering of fathers who come together to share their experiences and insights on balancing the various aspects of their lives.
'Dad's Night In' is a great way for fathers to connect and learn from one another's experiences in a meaningful and empowering way.
Watch this space for our next event!
We are bringing you and your family the the following support pathways:
Talked
Talked has partnered with Dads Group to help remove the barrier for new dads who are seeking professional support from a therapist by offering one free, no commitment, online therapy session with a qualified mental health practitioner.
PANDA
PANDA is dedicated to supporting the mental health and wellbeing of expecting, new and growing families. Through a range of information, services and programs we support parents and families during pregnancy the first 12 months of a new baby.
Call PANDA Hotline on 1300 726 306
SMS4Dads
New and soon-to-be-dads can now receive useful messages and tips matched to their baby’s age.
Text messages are sent straight to dads phones – with tips, information and links to other services to help fathers understand and connect with their baby and support their partner.
Movember - Family Man
Family Man is a research-backed online parenting programme designed with dads in mind. Fun, free, fast and interactive, it’s proven to work and has been developed alongside leading global child behaviour experts.
Healthy Male
Healthy Male is a provider of information for men’s health. They facilitate action on men’s health in collaboration with others, advocate for change, empower men and boys to take action with their health, build the capabilities of the health system and workforce, and prioritise their efforts to close the health and wellbeing gaps in specific groups.
Support for Fathers
Support for Fathers is an Australian project providing dads with options and information about fatherhood, the relationship with their partner and connecting with their kids.
We also enable support services and practitioners to work with dads and families more thoughtfully and effectively.