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Enjoy regular father-friendly news and insights.

The home of father-friendly news, thoughts and creative insights from FNS and our guest bloggers. Let us know what you think – and if you’ve got an idea for a blog post you’d like to write for us, get in touch with FNS!

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Fathers’ Mental Health: Recognising the Signs and Offering Support

Understand the signs and symptoms of mental health challenges in fathers, explore ways health professionals can engage and empower them, and offer practical tips for starting supportive conversations

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Dads' Survey Results 2024

What does fatherhood look like in Scotland today? Over 400 dads from across Scotland spoke up and shared their experiences on home life, work, relationships, and mental health! Find out what they had to say.

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Scotland's Official Fathers Day Playlist

Celebrate Father's Day with our official playlist curated by Scottish Dads themselves & packed with the songs they love to sing to their wee ones. Happy Father's Day from the FNS Team!❤️

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Keeping The Promise for Dads: Darren's Story

Darren faced many challenges as he entered fatherhood. Overcoming these obstacles taught him invaluable lessons that transformed his perspective. Discover how his journey inspired him to become a coach, dedicated to supporting and empowering vulnerable fathers

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Figuring out Fatherhood: Is This How Every Dad Feels?

How will I cope? Will I be good enough? I don’t feel ready! I don’t feel anything! Becoming a dad can be one of the most difficult and rewarding journeys a man will ever go on. Our ‘Figuring Out Fatherhood’ workshop aims to help soon-to-be dads face the life-changing transition into fatherhood and embrace their new role with greater confidence and knowledge!

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Summer Family Adventure 2024

Seven weeks of FREE summer family fun!

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Dads Survey 2024 - Take Part Today

Have your voice heard and help us speak up for dads across Scotland! We are looking for dads to share their experience of parenting during these uncertain times.  

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Dads' Survey Results 2023

Well over 1,000 Scottish dads have spoken up and shed light on how escalating financial pressures are affecting their: work-life balance, ability to spend time with their family, and health/well-being.

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What one thing would improve the lives of dads in Scotland?

Fathers are increasingly feeling the pressure to be the ‘perfect dad' as they juggle to be present for their children and provide for their family. And they’re calling for more help to help improve their lives, their children's lives, and their families. 

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Scottish Dads Through a Fresh Lens

Photographer Eoin Carey talks about his new ‘Father’ project which documents the tender and tired routines of everyday fatherhood. And what life is like for him as a single parent.

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