Dad Matters Bristol & South Gloucestershire

31/07/2026

Dads of North Bristol, I can't speak highly enough of Jeff and the group he has cultivated over at North Bristol Children’s Centres, go see him on the dates below!

🌞 Calling all dads, granddads, uncles and other male carers!

We look forward to welcoming you at our June Dads' Stay & Play session TOMORROW morning at Southmead Children's Centre, BS10 5PW from 9:30-11:00am.

Join Jeff for a morning of dedicated playtime, fun, songs and a story with your little one(s). No need to pre-book, just turn up on the day for this free-of-charge group. Suitable for children aged 0-5.

11/06/2026

Morning people of Yate! Steve and I are out braving the weather at Westwalk Shopping Centre to spread the good word of Dad Matters Bristol & South Gloucestershire, come say hi and check out South South Gloucestershire Councils new outreach bus!

18/05/2026

Its a rare day when I'll ever recommend getting into a van with a random man, but this random man can talk to you about you and you fam! Dads of South Glos; go visit Steve for a brew and a chat! Got questions about your babies development? Go see Steve! Want to know more about looking after yourself? Go see Steve! Struggling to bond with your baby? Go see Steve! Want to be a more supportive partner? Go see Steve! Need help navigating the myriad of family services? Go see Steve! Want an alright-ish cup of tea? Go see, er, Steve, oh.....ah.

12/05/2026

We see in a lot of our work, families with a great support network, but a support network that they are concerned about burdening with their worries, often for fear that it will make their situation harder. Having the safe space to talk to a professional can give families the empathy they need without that concern, so if you feel like someone in your life could do with a chat, but isn't comfortable having that chat with you, maybe they'd be happy for you to refer them into a professional?

Today is the start of Mental Health Awareness Week.

Mental health is something we will always talk about at Home-Start, it's something we will always strive to help with.

This week can be a reminder that mental health can affect anyone, especially parents feeling the strain of everyday life. But we know that small actions add up.

Small moments of kindness add up and create change. Sometimes it's as simple as a volunteer sitting with you chatting over a cup of tea. It's a gentle nudge to make it out of the house for the first time in weeks, or months. It's a warm welcome at a group, someone greeting you with a smile and taking you inside.

If you need support, find and contact your local Home-Start here: https://www.home-start.org.uk/find-your-nearest-home-start

Image description: A volunteer sits with a mum on a sofa, they are chatting and having a cup of tea.

06/05/2026

Steve's out in the bus in a fortnight, but today it's Jerome's turn to get out in the wild! Offering Dad chats at Southmead Antenatal clinic this morning!

01/05/2026

South Glos Dads! If Baby Hubs or Children's Centre's aren't your thing, then come see Steve on the bus!

Dad Matters Bristol & South Gloucestershire is on the road! 🚐

We’re bringing support for dads and dads-to-be straight to the community. Come and find us near Sainsbury’s on Leechpool Way, Ladden Garden Village on 18th May, 10am–12pm.

Pop by for a brew and a chat about dad life – the good bits, the tough bits, and everything in between.

Whether you’re expecting or have a child under two, you’re welcome to drop in anytime. No need to book, no pressure.

💬 Friendly support from another dad
☕ Free cuppa and conversation
📍 Easy local drop-in
👶 For dads (of under 2s) and dads-to-be

We’d love to see you there!