Perinatal Partner’s Service

This service provides a confidential space for fathers and non-birthing parents to discuss challenges during their journey to parenthood. It includes goal-setting activities and signposts to relevant services.

Why are we supporting Fathers and non-birthing parents/partners?

Becoming a new dad or non-birthing parent, especially with an unwell partner, can be extremely stressful. The service helps navigate this transition through one-on-one or group discussions. It emphasises the role of fathers/non-birthing parents in infant development and addresses practical challenges like finances and housing.

Concerns about a partner’s wellbeing is acknowledged and guidance is offered on managing this unfamiliar role. Everything disclosed remains confidential, except in cases of potential abuse, neglect, or self-harm, where adherence to safeguarding policy is required.   

The service aims to provide both practical and emotional support, creating a sense of community amongst fathers and non-birthing parents.

Eligibility:

• Over 18
• Be a father or non-birthing partner expecting a child or who has a child under the age of two.
• Be living in or be registered with a GP in Ealing, Hammersmith & Fulham, or Hounslow
• Be actively co-parenting with a partner who is currently engaged with the West London Perinatal Mental Health Service

Referral process:

If you think we can offer any support, even if it’s just a chat, we can contact you.

Please ask your partner’s perinatal professional to refer you to us directly or contact our support worker: [email protected]

We will get back to you within the hours of 10:00 – 16:00 Monday to Thursday.