For Dads By Dads Group

Who is it for?

A group for new and expecting Dads who want to learn more about fatherhood and be the best dad they can be. It gives you a new way of thinking about your child and how you can make changes in your life that benefit you, your partner and your children. It helps you to be the ‘Best Dad Ever’.

Practical information

• Each session is 2 hours and takes place over 10 weeks.
• The group takes place on an evening.

What are the benefits?

• You can meet other dads and be able to share your journey with them and make new friendships.
• Helps you understand children’s behaviour as communication.
• Learn First Aid Skills specifically for children.
• Realise you are not on your own and other dads are having similar experiences.
• Find Out about Other groups in Torfaen that you can access.
• Experience support from other dads that are experiencing parenthood just like you.
• It’s a safe and confidential space to talk without being judged.
• You will feel more confident and feel happier.
• Learn ways where you can contribute to your child’s development.
• Think about what kind of dad you want to be.
• Learn Positive Parenting Practices.
• Learn how your involvement can make your child happier.

Feedback

• “I’ve found the course really supportive, engaging, uplifting and informative. The St John’s ambulance support and information was great. I’ve found the sessions really great for me to speak with other people in similar situations, listen to other people and how they deal with things.”
• “The group has become a very safe space, and the amount I’ve learned from first aid to mental wellbeing, goal setting to nutrition has far exceeded my expectations. It has helped me better manage the early stages of fatherhood and make better choices for my wider family. On top of that it has also given me a focused two hours once a week where I can relax, learn something new and work on myself. All I can say is thank you, to Jacob, Gareth and the expert speakers you’ve had in. Its just added to the vital support network new fathers like me need.”