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Young Dads: Caring for Your Mental Health

Becoming a dad is a huge adjustment no matter your age. We explore how to look after your mental health if you're about to embark on fatherhood.

Young dad holds newborn baby.

Fatherhood can be challenging and amazing all at the same time.

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Next Steps

  • Being Mankind is a project creating conversations about the unique issues that men and boys face in the 21st Century.
  • CALM is dedicated to preventing male suicide. Call their national helpline for free on 0800 58 58 58, 5pm-midnight, or visit their webchat service .
  • Chat about this subject on our Discussion Boards.
  • Need help but confused where to go locally? Download our StepFinder iPhone app to find local support services quickly.

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Updated on 26-Feb-2019

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