Course Detail

Workshop for Professionals: Engaging Dads in the Perinatal Period (Conception - 2 years) | 20 April 2026 | 10:30am - 12:00pm | Harvey Family Hub

£0.00

• SKU: To book a place, see link in description.
• Category: external course

Description

Dads and male parent carers play an important role in the wellbeing and development of children, yet many services find it challenging to effectively engage fathers during pregnancy and the early years.

This interactive face to face session, delivered by Dad Matters (Home-Start HOST) will explore the benefits of father engagement and provide space for professionals to reflect on current practice and consider practical ways to increase engagement with dads.

The workshop will cover:

• Why father engagement matters for children and families
• The benefits of engaging dads from a wellbeing and safeguarding perspective
• Barrier’s professionals may experience when engaging fathers
• Practical approaches to improving engagement with dads
• The support offered by Dad Matters and how to refer dads for support

Workshop dates (face to face)

Please choose the workshop you would like to attend from the list below and click on the link to make a booking:

• 20 April 2026, 10:30am - 12:00pm (Harvey Family Hub)
• 8 May 2026, 1:30pm - 3:00pm (Oxford Grove Family Hub)
• 22 June 2026, 10:30am - 12:00pm (Tonge Family Hub)

To book a place on any of the sessions above, please email richardsmith@homestarthost.org.uk 

Who is the workshop for?

This workshop is suitable for professionals working with families during the perinatal period (conception/pregnancy to 2 years old), including early years practitioners. 

The workshop will also introduce the Dad Matters service, including the support available for fathers and how professionals can refer dads who may benefit. The session is suitable for professionals working with families during the perinatal period.