The dad.info team wish you a merry Christmas.
We hope you are enjoying the holidays (or will be soon) although we do know that Christmas can feel like a pressure cooker for parents. The cost of gifts, endless expectations, Elf on the Shelf antics, Christmas boxes, trees to buy! It’s a lot. If you’re feeling stressed or wondering how you’ll make it all work, that’s completely normal.
The festive season often comes with unrealistic standards, but what matters most is connection, not perfection.
Here’s another Christmas list for you:
🎄Check in on your own mental health.
⭐ Keep an eye on those you love.
🎅 It’s okay to say “enough” and do Christmas your way.
And, if you don’t find this an easy time of year and are looking for some support, here is a quick reminder of organisations you can turn to which are open every day of the year.
- Samaritans – Call 116 123 or email jo@samaritans.org
- NHS 24 – Call 111 or contact your GP for an emergency appointment
- CALM (after 5pm) – Call 0800 58 58 58 or use their webchat here
- Shout – Text 85258
Remember, it’s okay to reach out and ask for help. You don’t have to struggle alone.
Looking for family support or fresh ideas to keep the kids happy?
Check out our Family Support Library (delivered by Spurgeons) – it’s packed with resources and advice to help you through the festive season and beyond.
and… because it is Christmas here are some recommends of other brilliant dad-focused charities we trust who have been helping families every day of the year.
Support for dads
Andy’s Man Club
A men’s mental health charity offering free peer-to-peer support groups every Monday at 7 pm. Safe spaces to talk and listen.
Website: andysmanclub.co.uk
Email: info@andysmanclub.co.uk
Dad La Soul
Creative community for dads and kids, tackling isolation through arts, music, and play. Based in Sussex with online options.
Website: dadlasoul.com
Phone: 07734 650 671
Both Parents Matter
Support for separated parents to maintain strong relationships with their children. Offers helpline, peer support, and guidance.
Website: bothparentsmatter.org.uk
Helpline: 0300 0300 363
Email: admin@fnf.org.uk
Future Men
Empowering boys, young men, and fathers through mentoring, education, and fatherhood programmes.
Website: futuremen.org
Phone: 020 7237 5353
Email: info@futuremen.org
Talk Club
A mental fitness community for men. Join “Talk & Listen” groups, therapy sessions, and online check-ins to boost wellbeing.
Website: talkclub.org
With our best wishes and thanks,
The Dad Info team
