Perinatal Partners Support

An online group offering support, information and a space for members to share everything related to being a Dad. The group is facilitated by two experienced family therapists who are part of the perinatal team.

‘The group is really friendly, I was a bit nervous before the first session because I didn't know what to expect but it turns into a bunch of Dad's talking, like you're chatting with your mates, and I was surprised how many things people shared related to me. It was nice to know I wasn't the only one. And it is helpful to be able to share exactly how you're feeling without judgement or worrying how your wife would feel if you said it to her’.

The group is available for partners of current patients of the Perinatal Mental Health service.

Meetings are approximately one hour and held fortnightly on Wednesday’s at 7.30pm.

The group is held over Microsoft Teams, which can be accessed through computers, tablets or phones for free. 

To sign up complete this form - https://forms.office.com/e/pYa14Y3G9Y

NHS Cambridgeshire & Peterborough, part of Cambridgeshire & Peterborough Integrated Care System (ICS), have launched the DadPad, a free and easy to use app which can help local fathers with guidance on how to develop the mindset, confidence and practical skills needed to meet their babies’ physical and emotional needs.

The app covers:

• feeding, holding, changing and cleaning your baby
• dealing with sleep deprivation and a crying baby
• building a strong paternal bond with your baby
• home safety and first aid
• supporting yourself and your partner

DadPad | DadPad app | Essential guide for new dads (thedadpad.co.uk)

How Are You brings together everything in the local community that is good for wellbeing, 

It is split into 6 districts covering all of Cambridgeshire and Peterborough, with activities for anyone or just parents.

Visit How Are You Cambridgeshire and Peterborough | H.A.Y. Home (haycambspboro.co.uk) and select your district. 

GP

If you are feeling overwhelmed or struggling with your mental health, it is important to seek help. Your GP can start treatment, provide guidance, resources, and referrals to mental health professionals who can offer specialised care.

NHS Cambridgeshire & Peterborough Talking Therapies 

Part of the National NHS Talking Therapies services and the new name for CPFT Psychological Wellbeing Service.

This service offers support to individuals aged 17 and over experiencing common mental health issues such as depression and anxiety disorders, including generalised anxiety disorder (GAD), social anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), health anxiety, panic, phobias, and obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). No formal diagnosis is required to access the service. Additionally, the service can assist with problems like stress, low confidence, sleep disturbances, and self-esteem issues. There is no upper age limit for accessing this service.

You are able to self-refer to this service, visit their website to find out how - NHS Cambridgeshire & Peterborough Talking Therapies | CPFT NHS Trust

Call 111 and select the mental health option for the First Response Service - a 24-hour service for people in a mental health crisis. This service is for anyone, of any age, who is registered with a GP  in Cambridgeshire or Peterborough. Specially-trained mental health staff will speak to you and discuss with you your mental health care needs – instead of you having to go to accident and emergency departments of local acute hospitals.

You might be in crisis if:

• You are thinking of hurting yourself or suicide seems the only option
• Someone you know has made threats to hurt you or someone else.
• You are experiencing extreme distress that seems overwhelming.

In an emergency, dial 999.