You are not alone
Providing support for the emotional health of men who are expecting or have a new baby
PROVIDING SUPPORT FOR THE EMOTIONAL HEALTH OF MEN WHO ARE EXPECTING OR HAVE A NEW BABY
Parenthood is a time of transition requiring both mothers and fathers to adapt to new roles, demands and responsibilities. Parents need to continue to make changes to their life to accommodate their own changing needs, those of their baby and partner. This constant demand for adaptation can be draining on energy and resources and leave both mother and father exhausted and, in some cases, depressed and anxious.
Research conducted by the Parent-Infant Research Institute (PIRI) shows that knowing what to expect and being prepared for these major life changes can help dads manage this transition.
As part of its commitment to building a brighter future, PIRI has developed DadSpace, a website dedicated to supporting fathers across Australia. DadSpace, provides information, strategies, tips, resources, and advice specifically for dads.
Development of DadSpace was informed by evidence-based research and ongoing consultation PIRI is conducting with Australian dads. DadSpace expands on PIRIs perinatal support programs which include MumSpace, a website launched in 2017 offering emotional support to women to help them manage the challenges of perinatal depression and anxiety, in their own time and their own way.
DadSpace provides support for the emotional health of dads who are expecting or have a new baby.
TOOLS FOR DADS
With DadSpace you can access tools that provide a little extra help when you need it. Learn ideas to promote confidence and reduce distress. Learn more about caring for your baby or yourself. Access online treatments for anxiety and depression. You never have to feel that you are alone.
DadBooster
DadBooster is an active, six-session cognitive-behavioural therapy treatment program, closely comparable to the therapy delivered in traditional face-to-face psychology sessions, but entirely under the control of the user.
Towards Parenthood
Towards Parenthood focuses on the main areas of change encountered by men and women as they make the transition into parenthood.
Baby Steps
Baby Steps is an educational websites to help new parents develop essential skills as they adjust to the challenges of life with a baby.
DAD SPACE BLOG
Interacting with baby
Many new fathers wonder what they can do with their babies, when most interaction (especially in the beginning) seems one-sided - a little like talking to yourself. However, think of yourself as your baby’s favourite toy.
The role of father
The traditional stereotype of a father as bread winner and disciplinarian has changed, with more dads playing a hands-on parenting role. But every father is different and the role doesn’t come with a job description.
Towards Parenthood self-help workbook
The impact a baby may have on the couple relationship is a key. Many men underestimate the enormity of this life change impacting not only on wellbeing, but managing sleep deprivation and extra demands whilst at the same time continuing a demanding work schedule.