What you'll find
- TinySteps Discord community
- Emergency and crisis support (UK & general)
- Organisations for NICU and premature baby support
TinySteps community
Join our Discord server to connect with other NICU dads, share experiences, and get peer support in a private, dad-focused space.
Emergency & crisis support
If you or someone you know is in crisis or needs to talk:
- UK – Samaritans: 116 123 (free, 24/7)
- UK – NHS 111: 111 (non-emergency health advice)
- UK – Emergency: 999 (life-threatening only)
- International: Contact your local crisis or mental health helpline. Many countries have 24/7 suicide prevention and mental health lines.
This site does not provide medical or crisis advice. In an emergency, contact emergency services or your hospital.
NICU & premature baby organisations
These organisations offer information, support, and sometimes helplines for NICU and premature baby families. We don’t control their content; 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 region.
For more health services and emergency contacts by country, see our Health Services page.
Last updated: February 2025