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Fathers Network Scotland
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Improving children's lives and outcomes through the positive involvement of dads, father-figures & whole families.

🌐 Explore more: https://www.fathersnetwork.org.uk/
🤝 Join our Professionals Hub: hub.fathersnetwork.org.uk
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This summer, 400+ Scottish dads opened up about home, work, relationships, and health.

Join us for our online launch event as we amplify their voices and reveal the real picture of fatherhood in Scotland today!

Save your spot! 👇
➡️ bit.ly/4nGTHzj
🗓️ Wed. 19th Nov.
📢 Survey Launch This Wednesday!

Join us online for as we amplify the voices of 400+ Scottish dads!

Meet our expert panel who will be coming along to help us unpack what dads have been sharing with us.

Save your spot👇

🗓️ This Wednesday
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November 17, 2025 at 8:49 AM
Dads, you matter more than you know! 💙

From talking to the bump to those cuddles, songs, and silly games - every moment is shaping your baby’s world 🌍✨

Watch our short video to see just how much your time, love, and presence counts 👇
Why Dads Matter: How Fathers Shape A Baby’s World
Discover simple but powerful ways dads can bond with their babies, from talking to the bump and skin-to-skin contact, to playing, reading, singing, and just hanging out. Every moment is shaping your…
www.youtube.com
November 16, 2025 at 11:24 AM
Becoming a dad is a big deal, so it’s totally normal to feel a bit overwhelmed.

Our new guide offers simple tips to help you manage stress and take care of yourself throughout your journey into fatherhood!

Read more here 👇
How to Look After Yourself: A Guide for New Dads
Becoming a dad is a big deal, and it’s normal to feel overwhelmed at times. Understanding your feelings and taking small steps can make a world of difference—for you and your family.
www.fathersnetwork.org.uk
November 14, 2025 at 7:30 AM
Join us for our online launch event next week as we amplify the voices of 400+ Scottish dads and reveal the real picture of fatherhood in Scotland today!

Spots have been filling up quick, so make sure you save yours! 👇

➡️ bit.ly/4nGTHzj
🗓️ Wed. 19th Nov.
November 13, 2025 at 3:12 PM
This summer, 400+ Scottish dads opened up about home, work, relationships, and health.

Join us for our online launch event as we amplify their voices and reveal the real picture of fatherhood in Scotland today!

Save your spot! 👇
➡️ bit.ly/4nGTHzj
🗓️ Wed. 19th Nov.
November 5, 2025 at 8:43 AM
Join us this Wednesday as we explore Engaging Dads in Early Years & Primary Settings.

We'll explore how dads engage in their communities and hear from recent award-winning father-inclusive projects in Scotland!

Don’t miss out! ⬇️
us02web.zoom.us/meeting/regi...
October 27, 2025 at 11:39 AM
👨‍👧‍👦 Hey dads! We know the journey of fatherhood can be tough, but you don’t need to figure it out on your own.

Explore our dad-friendly directory below to discover groups and support near you without the hassle of having to search for the right places 🗺️
Explore the Directory
Welcome to the FNS Directory of father-friendly groups and organisations in Scotland - connect with professionals and volunteer groups locally and nationally.
www.fathersnetwork.org.uk
October 26, 2025 at 10:59 AM
Becoming a dad can be one of the most difficult and rewarding journeys you will ever go on.

Although every man's journey to fatherhood is different, here are some helpful tips to help you on your way:
www.fathersnetwork.org.uk/tips_for_dad...
Top tips for dads during & after the birth
Becoming a dad can be one of the most difficult and rewarding journeys you will ever go on. Although every man's journey to fatherhood is different here are some helpful tips to help you on your way.
www.fathersnetwork.org.uk
October 23, 2025 at 1:49 PM
Our DADx session on engaging dads in early years & primary settings is next week!

We’ve had lots of interest and spaces are filling up quickly, so don’t miss out - save your spot today!

📆 Wed, Oct 29th @ 2PM

Sign up below ⬇️
us02web.zoom.us/meeting/regi...
October 23, 2025 at 9:35 AM
Did you know dad's brains and bodies also change during pregnancy? 🧠

Learn more about how the brains and hormone levels of new dads' change during pregnancy and within the first few months of babies' life in our blog below!
Did you know dads brains and bodies change during pregnancy?
Mum’s body goes through enormous changes during pregnancy, but perhaps surprisingly dad's body also changes to get ready for becoming a dad.
www.fathersnetwork.org.uk
October 22, 2025 at 9:17 AM
Come along to our upcoming DADx session on engaging dads in early years & primary settings! 💬

Hear success stories, share ideas, get practical tips, and connect with others passionate about supporting dads.

📆 October 29th

⬇️ Save your spot below:
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October 8, 2025 at 2:45 PM
📢 Join us this Wednesday for our DADx on Friendship 📢

We’ll be diving into the science of friendships, the challenges dads face in building and keeping them, and the difference strong connections can make for dads and families.

📅 Oct 1 | 🕒 2-3PM

Save your spot:
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September 29, 2025 at 8:01 AM
Next week, we’ll be exploring how fatherhood reshapes friendships - why these connections matter so much to dads, the challenges that can put them at risk, and what helps keep them strong.

📅 Oct 1 | 🕒 2-3PM

Save your spot below:
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September 22, 2025 at 7:45 AM
Fatherhood changes everything - including friendships.

Join us as we explore why these connections matter to dads, how fatherhood puts them at risk, and how dads can stay connected.

📅 Oct 1 | 🕒 2-3PM

Save your spot below:
us02web.zoom.us/meeting/regi...
September 18, 2025 at 7:45 AM
Last chance to join our FREE online Father Engagement Foundation session later today!

This one-hour session will show you the incredible benefits that can be gained when you engage with fathers!

📆 Today @ 2-3PM

Sign up today ⬇️
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September 16, 2025 at 8:25 AM
Becoming a dad can be one of the most difficult and rewarding journeys you will ever go on. Although every man's journey to fatherhood is different, here are some helpful tips to help you on your way.
Top tips for dads during & after the birth
Becoming a dad can be one of the most difficult and rewarding journeys you will ever go on. Although every man's journey to fatherhood is different here are some helpful tips to help you on your way.
www.fathersnetwork.org.uk
September 14, 2025 at 10:36 AM
Are you a dad with a child under 2, or an expectant father?

Share your experiences of anxiety with Northumbria University and help make dads’ voices heard!

👉 For more details email: [email protected]
September 11, 2025 at 6:30 PM
Becoming a dad is a big deal, so it’s totally normal to feel a bit overwhelmed.

Our guide below offers simple tips to help you manage stress and take care of yourself throughout your journey into fatherhood!

Read guide here 👇
How to Look After Yourself: A Guide for New Dads
Becoming a dad is a big deal, and it’s normal to feel overwhelmed at times. Understanding your feelings and taking small steps can make a world of difference—for you and your family.
www.fathersnetwork.org.uk
September 10, 2025 at 6:15 PM
Fatherhood changes everything - including friendships.

Join us as we explore why these connections matter to dads, how fatherhood puts them at risk, and how dads can stay connected.

📅 Oct 1 | 🕒 2-3PM

Save your spot below:
us02web.zoom.us/meeting/regi...
September 10, 2025 at 1:15 PM
🚨 FREE Father Engagement Training!

Join our one-hour Foundations session next week to explore the incredible benefits that can be gained when you engage with fathers!

📆 16th Sep / 2-3PM

Sign up today ⬇️
buff.ly/wvTaTO2
September 9, 2025 at 1:25 PM
Did you know dad's brains and bodies also change during pregnancy? 🧠

Learn more about how the brains and hormone levels of new dads' change during pregnancy and within the first few months of babies' life in our blog below! 👇
Did you know dads brains and bodies change during pregnancy?
Mum’s body goes through enormous changes during pregnancy, but perhaps surprisingly dad's body also changes to get ready for becoming a dad.
www.fathersnetwork.org.uk
September 9, 2025 at 7:45 AM
Struggling to engage dads or unsure where to begin?

This free, one-hour Foundations session will show you the incredible benefits that can be gained when you engage with fathers!

📆 16th Sep / 2-3PM

Sign up today ⬇️
us02web.zoom.us/meeting/regi...
September 1, 2025 at 7:57 AM
Are you a dad parenting after divorce (or separation) with a 4–8 yr old? 👨

Researchers from the University of Edinburgh want to hear your voice for a new study on family life, with a focus on families who haven’t been through court.

Find out more:
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August 30, 2025 at 7:21 AM
Dads – you matter more than you know! 💙

From talking to the bump to those cuddles, songs, and silly games - every moment is shaping your baby’s world 🌍✨

Watch our short video to see just how much your time, love, and presence counts 👇
Why Dads Matter: How Fathers Shape A Baby’s World
Discover simple but powerful ways dads can bond with their babies, from talking to the bump and skin-to-skin contact, to playing, reading, singing, and just hanging out. Every moment is shaping your…
www.youtube.com
August 26, 2025 at 1:30 PM
Last chance to join our FREE foundations session tomorrow!

Discover how dads change in the first 1,000 days, why their mental health matters, and how supporting them boosts family outcomes 👶

🗓️ Tomorrow | 🕒 11AM–12PM

Save your spot! 👇
us02web.zoom.us/meeting/regi...
August 26, 2025 at 10:43 AM