Fathers Network Scot

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

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Financial pressure can weigh heavily when you're trying to provide for your family.

You don't have to tackle debt alone. Parent Club can help you find advice and support.

Visit: https://t.co/l2jkMGmOui

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When your child is struggling to go to school, it can affect the whole family.

Mornings become stressful, routines are disrupted, and every day can feel like a repeat of the last.

You’re not alone.

Get practical tips & support here: https://t.co/AdVo5tCzJn

#ScotlandParents

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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! 👇
https://t.co/RYhWSqEQZD

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Shared Parenting Scotland is welcoming the International Council on Shared Parenting to Glasgow for its 2027 conference... the first time it will be held in the UK! 🌍

Find out more and register your interest for updates:
➡️ https://t.co/QbiS64Z95E

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As calls grow for the government to improve paternity leave, retailers are leading the way 🛍️

Five employers have improved parental leave for nearly 650,000 workers, showing what better support for dads could look like as the norm 📢

Read more here: https://t.co/LsFYYWrKof

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What’s the reality of being a dad in Scotland today?

Join us for the launch of our State of the Nation: Fatherhood in Scotland report, exploring key findings from 578 dads across Scotland.

📅 18 November | 10:30am - 12:30pm
👉 Sign up: https://t.co/CWfDVdXnpH

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Today, @MovemberUK launched their new Scottish Men’s Health Report.

The report lays bare the scale of the crisis, with more than 35 Scottish men dying prematurely every day.

Read their report below:
https://t.co/xc6ZlOqSCq

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We are proud to have been a part of the world’s first #ParentStrike in Edinburgh today! ✊

What a turnout! A huge thanks to everyone who took the time off to come make parents’ voices heard! 🙌

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THE PARENT STRIKE IS ON. ✊

At 10AM today, parents, families and supporters across the UK are taking a couple of hours off work to demand change.

Find out more about your local strike and how you can support from home if you can't make it: https://t.co/JhQw1a3OcL

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📢 Dads, your experience of fatherhood matters... and not just on #FathersDay!

Take 5-10 mins to have your say and help shape advocacy and support for dads and families across Scotland.

✅ Speak up for dads, today!
https://t.co/JuXkkpiBBq

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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 #FathersDay👇https://t.co/IGlBWwHBWt

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🚨 Speak Up for Dads 🚨

Too often, the experiences and perspectives of dads go unheard.

Take 5-10 minutes to complete #DadSurvey2026 and help ensure dads' voices are represented.

✅️ Take part today!
https://t.co/JuXkkpiBBq

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Are you a soon-to-be dad? 👨‍👶🎉

The idea of becoming a dad can take a bit of time to sink in but there are lots of things you can do during pregnancy to help you bond with your baby and build a resilient parenting-team!
https://t.co/syhWDl7Cqz

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New research has identified significant brain adaptations in new fathers, adding to growing evidence that fatherhood shapes how dads connect with and care for their children.

Read more below 👇
https://t.co/qhOxgCW5LV

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📢 Dads in Scotland - we want to hear from YOU! 📢

Our #DadSurvey2026 is now LIVE!

It only takes 5-10 mins to have your say and help shape support for dads and families across Scotland.

Your voice matters. Take part now!
➡️ https://t.co/JuXkkpiBBq

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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.

https://t.co/wnh8fedpmp

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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! 👇
https://t.co/RYhWSqEQZD

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How can services support dads in rural areas who are often furthest from support?

Join us as we explore how @HSCaithness and @NHSHighland are supporting fathers, showing that no dad is ever truly out of reach.

📅 9th June
🕒 2:00PM

Sign up below! ⬇️
https://t.co/k1I6UxXlRh

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Join us tomorrow for the first of our Tackling Inequalities series!

We'll explore how third sector and statutory services in Tayside are creating innovative solutions to support new dads.

📅 28 Apr
🕒 11:00AM - 12:15PM

Register Below:
https://t.co/VivCcLQpaR

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Dads - raising a teen can be tough.

Anxiety, mood swings, and isolation are common, but there are things you can do to help.

Parent Club have lots of ideas to help you support your teen, visit ⬇️ https://t.co/LZnfCkDy5E

#ScotlandParents #YouAreNotAlone