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Resources for Dads

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Perinatal mood and anxiety disorders affect the whole family. Research shows that 1 in 5 mothers and 1in 10 fathers are navigating an emotional complication during the perinatal period, from pregnancy through the first year postpartum. Becoming a father is a major life transition and can bring with it a host of unfamiliar experiences and emotions, including but not limited to, the loss of identify, loss of connection with your partner, financial stress, recreational stress, social stress, and more. Whether you or your partner is struggling, please remember you are not alone and not to blame for how you are feeling. Please reach out to a loved one or a trusted provider if you or your partner needs support. 

Signs and symptoms of perinatal mood or anxiety disorders for dads:
  • increased anger
  • increased use of alcohol or other substances
  • frustration or irritability
  • significant weight gain or loss
  • impulsiveness 
  • loss of interest in work or hobbies
  • working constantly
  • fatigue
  • sadness
  • thoughts of suicide

Risk factors that can contribute to an emotional complication for dads:
  • history of depression
  • lack of social support
  • traumatic birth experience
  • emotional complications in your partner 

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Roots Family Collaborative
Dads’ Group
Becoming a father is a major life transition and can bring with it a host of unfamiliar experiences and emotions including, but not limited to, the loss of identity, loss of connection with your partner, financial stress, recreational stress, social stress and more. At Roots, they understand parenting is hard; and they know that parenting alone is even harder. Roots support groups are here for you. Come join.  
Dates: Second Wednesday of the month, 6:30-8 p.m. 
Contact: hello@rootsfamilycollaborative.com / 406-570-0738

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Healthy Gallatin Home Visiting - Father Engagement 
This program helps men with the unique experiences of fatherhood. Sometimes that means being an "extra set of hands" during those early days of parenting. Other times it means helping to find resources and navigating systems to foster healthy, happy families. "Dad guys" can help dads understand their child’s development, and provide information on a wide variety of parenting and fatherhood issues. Trained in Circle of Security Parenting and postpartum mood disorders. 
Contact: www.healthygallatin.org/family-health/for-dads / 406-582-3187 

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​Resources on the web:
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Postpartum Support International
First Mondays of every month — PSI hosts a free call-in forum for dads facilitated by a perinatal mood disorders expert. Call for information, support, and connection with other dads. Click HERE for more information and call-in number. To get in touch with our local Postpartum Support International Coordinator to talk about you or your partner's need for help, please call Nadine Grayl at 406-548-4675 or send an email.  
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Postpartum Stress Center
Information and support for both families and professionals with topics such as "How to Help a Loved One" and "A Note to Dads," and an informative Patient Information Sheet about postpartum depression. ​

Roots Postpartum Support Questionnaire - support is essential for parents in the postpartum period but most of us have not given much thought to what that actually looks like. The goal of this questionnaire is to help parents understand that there are many aspects involved in a successful postpartum period, and can help identify specific resources that will be needed during this time. Please look it over and fill in as you can. Share this with a trusted provider or loved one who can help you fill in where there are blanks. Want help filling it out? Give us a call  406-570-0738 and we can help. 
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Every family needs support!

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110 S. Grand Ave
Bozeman, MT 59715

hello@rootsfamilycollaborative.com
​406.570.0738

Mission

Our mission is to connect all families to the support they need from pregnancy to parenthood. 

Roots Family Collaborative is a 501 (c) (3) non profit organization. 
  • Home
    • About Us
  • Donate
  • Roots Monthly Calendar
    • Groups for Parents >
      • Blossom Mom - Support for New and Expecting Moms
      • Park County Blossom Mom - Support for New and Expecting Moms
      • Pregnancy and Infant Loss Support Circle
      • Infant Feeding Support Circle
      • Dads Group
      • re:born
      • Fresh Air Families - Hiking Group
    • Classes and Special Events >
      • Prenatal Breastfeeding
      • Special Events
  • Resources
    • 2023 Provider Guide >
      • Park County Providers and Support
      • Feeding Support Providers >
        • Additional Info about Breastfeeding
        • Additional Info about Formula Feeding
      • Chiropractors
      • Complementary Providers
      • Family Medicine
      • Home Visiting
      • Mental Health Providers
      • Midwives
      • Naturopathic Medicine
      • Neonatology (NICU)
      • OB/GYN
      • Pediatricians
      • Physical Therapists
      • Pediatric Physical Therapists
      • Support Groups /Networks
      • Loss Support
      • Resources for Dads
    • Resources for Loss
    • How are you feeling? FAQs
    • Other helpful resources
  • Get Involved
    • Volunteer/Wish List
  • Moms Like Me
    • Call for Storytellers
    • Mom Band Auditions
  • Shop