Resources for dads

Parenting information for Dads, Correspondence courses, 'Blokes Books'

Why Dads? - Info for New Dads

The Why Dads? booklet is for new or expecting Dads and anyone who works with new families.

This includes ante-natal course providers, midwives and Plunket/Wellchild, PND/MMH Groups and services. Why Dads? has been re-launched for 2022 and made available in print.

We can provide A5 booklets free of chargeContact us if you would like to order some for your friends, organisation, programme or playgroup.

Why Dads?

Kidz Need Dadz provides information to expecting and new dads in New Zealand. 

Helpful publications are provided free to dads – distributed via antenatal classes. These will include the Why Dads? Booklet (see above) and the New Dad? and Need a Hand? flyers which give practical advice and support to help dads begin a positive journey into fatherhood.

Kidz Need Dadz Correspondence Courses

Our team understand the challenges that parents face. Kidz Need Dadz courses will support parents from all backgrounds become engaged, confident, connected parents.
The courses are delivered by post or email, module by module so clients can manage at their own pace. We will provide feedback and encouragement as you progress through the programme. On completion we will provide you with a Certificate confirming your accomplishment. 

Discovering Fatherhood
A comprehensive 10-module course including: baby brain, early development, safety with toddlers, emotional development and navigating teenagers, plus understanding our own parenting style. This provides great information, tips and strategies for parents.   Contact us to register for this course.

Anger Management
A comprehensive 8 module course to support clients with strategies and practical advice on regulating emotions, building and maintaining relationships, and managing anger appropriately. The course explores situations that can trigger emotional responses, and provides coping strategies to manage stressful situations.   Contact us to register for this course.

The Blokes Book | Wellington Poneke 2022

The Blokes Book is a free directory of local health and wellbeing services for men. There are two booklets – these cover the Wellington region and Horowhenua/Manawatu region.

The Blokes Book is an amazing resource that provides local information and direct contact details for a huge range of male-related topics and services.

We can provide booklets free of chargeContact us to place an order.

The Blokes Book | Horowhenua/Manawatu 2019

The Blokes Book is a free directory of local health and wellbeing services for men. There are two booklets – these cover the Wellington region and Horowhenua/Manawatu region.

The Blokes Book is an amazing resource that provides local information and direct contact details for a huge range of male-related topics and services.

We can provide booklets free of chargeContact us to place an order.

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