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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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DADx Series: Tackling Inequalities

Discover how partnerships between the third sector and statutory services are helping to break the cycle of inequality for fathers in both rural and urban settings.

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Journey Into Fatherhood Report

How do dads navigate their journey into fatherhood and what would make that journey easier? 440 dads from across Scotland shared their experiences of becoming a dad. Find out what they had to say.

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Dads' Survey Report 2025

What does fatherhood look like in Scotland today? 440 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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Time With Dad Report

What does quality time look like for dads and their children? What are their views on digital technology use? What barriers prevent dads from community involvement? Hear directly from over 400 fathers!

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Single Parents Day 2025 – Celebrating the single parent community

Single Parents Day on March 21 is a chance to celebrate the love, resilience, and strength of single parents while challenging the unfair stigma they face.

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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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Summer Family Adventure 2024

Seven weeks of FREE summer family fun!

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