Trusted Support & Resources

Helplines and trusted organisations that provide professional support for NICU families and dads.

What you'll find

  • UK health & crisis support (NHS, Samaritans, 999)
  • Trusted organisations that support NICU families and dads in the UK
  • Professional helplines and resources

Trusted Support Organisations

We signpost to trusted support organisations that provide professional help for NICU families.

Important: TinySteps provides general information and support and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always consult your clinical team regarding your baby’s care. If you are worried about your baby, speak to your nurse or doctor immediately. In an emergency, call 999 or go to A&E.

UK Health & Crisis Support

If you are worried about your baby, speak to your nurse or doctor immediately. In an emergency, call 999 or go to A&E.

These UK services provide professional health and crisis support:

NHS

Mental Health Support

  • Samaritans – 116 123: Free, confidential 24/7 emotional support. samaritans.org

Emergency

  • Call 999 in an emergency – for life-threatening situations only.

Tiny Steps provides informational support and signposting. It does not replace medical advice from healthcare professionals.

If you are outside the UK, please contact your local health services.

Further Support for Dads

These UK-focused organisations offer information, resources, or groups for dads during the perinatal and early parenting period.

  • Dad Matters (Home-Start UK) – Support for dads around bonding, attachment, and mental health during pregnancy and early parenthood. home-start.org.uk/dad-matters
  • Fatherhood Solutions Coventry – Practical and emotional support for dads and father figures in Coventry and surrounding areas. ipip.co.uk/fatherhood-solutions
  • Fatherhood Institute – Research, policy, and resources focused on fatherhood and involved parenting in the UK. fatherhoodinstitute.org
  • Dads Rock (Scotland) – A Scottish charity offering groups, support, and activities for dads and families. dadsrock.org.uk
  • DadPad – Practical guides and resources for new dads, including localised versions across the UK. thedadpad.co.uk

NICU & premature baby organisations

These trusted organisations offer professional information, support, and sometimes helplines for NICU and premature baby families. We signpost to these organisations; always check their websites for current details.

  • Bliss (UK) – Support for premature and sick babies and families. bliss.org.uk
  • DadPad (UK) – Resources for new dads. thedadpad.co.uk
  • NHS – Healthier Together – Parent and family health information. Search “Healthier Together” and your UK region.

For more UK health services and emergency contacts, see our UK Health & Crisis Support page.

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Last updated: 2026