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Dads Grieve Too
Grief can affect everyone differently, and for many dads, it can be especially hard to find the space to process what they’re going through.
You may feel a need to stay strong, to support others, or to keep moving forward, even when things feel overwhelming underneath the surface.
However you feel, and wherever you are in your journey, your grief matters too. This space is here to acknowledge your experience, and to offer support, understanding, and resources in a way that feels right for you.
From a bereaved dad
Lee Martin, Ray's Dad, wrote an article, 'Baby Loss: Why Fathers and Partners Often Grieve in Silence', which explores the unique ways fathers experience grief after the loss of a baby.
It highlights the challenges many men face in expressing their emotions and seeking support, and sheds light on the importance of understanding, acknowledgment, and connection during such a profoundly difficult time.
This article offers insight, reassurance, and validation for dads navigating their own journey of grief.
There is a Light Therapy
I’m Lee, an accredited BACP counsellor and EMDR therapist based in Cornwall. I specialise in helping men who are struggling with anxiety, depression, OCD, trauma and the pain that comes with baby loss. I also offer clinical supervision for counsellors and trainee therapists.
My way of working is calm, supportive and down to earth. Sessions with me are about real conversations that help you make sense of things, reduce anxiety and feel more in control. Together, we work towards helping you feel stronger, more confident and ready to move forward in life.
If you are looking for counselling in Cornwall or online therapy across the UK, I provide a safe and confidential space where you can talk openly and start to feel better.
Still Parents Podcast
​The Still Parents podcast, lead by bereaved dad's Matt, Dan and Ryan, explores the experiences of parents who have faced the heartbreak of baby loss.
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Dealing with baby loss is a devastating experience that carries a social stigma in the UK and worldwide. Despite research showing that men grieve as intensely as women, the stereotype that men should be strong and hide their emotions often prevents them from getting the support they need.
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The Still Parents Podcast tackles this issue head on. It features candid, honest, and powerful conversations with men who have experienced the loss of a baby through Stillbirth, Neonatal Death, Miscarriage, or Medical Termination.
The podcast aims to challenge the societal expectations placed on men. The show normalises the discussion around baby loss, validating all the feelings that men might hide for fear of appearing weak.​
Dads Still Standing Podcast
The Dads Still Standing podcast, produced by two bereaved dads , provides an honest and heartfelt look at fathers’ experiences of baby loss.
Through personal stories, conversations, and reflections, the podcast highlights the emotional journey dads often face.
This includes the struggles, resilience, and ways to find support. It offers a space for fathers to feel seen, understood, and connected, reminding them they are not alone in their grief.
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A Mums Perspective to Support Dads
Aimee was invited by Matt from One Set of Footprints to join him in an open and honest conversation at Fresh Air Studios about all things Luna’s Fund.
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Aimee spoke about the raw realities of grief after baby loss, the emotional rollercoaster of pregnancy after loss, and the deep importance of supporting dads who are overlooked and underrepresented through their own silent pain.
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She also shared our vision for better bereavement care, how Luna’s Fund helps families find light in their darkest moments, and the passion that continues to drive our work every single day.
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Grab a cuppa and a blanket, or your headphones and the dog for a walk and enjoy.
Sands - Support for dads
When a baby dies, fathers and partners are often expected to be the ‘strong’ one and take on a supportive role. Their own grief can be overlooked, so it’s vital that their emotional needs are recognised and understood.
The stress on couples when a baby dies can be huge. It is very difficult to give support and understanding to someone else when you are so sad and in need of support yourself.
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Grief is very individual and you and your partner may not feel or need the same things at the same time. You may also have different ways of expressing and dealing with your feelings.
It’s important not to make assumptions about gender stereotypes, but some men do find that they need different ways to seek support.
Supporting Arms for Dads
Dads who have lost their baby need the opportunity to talk with other Dads who have gone through a similar experience.
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Aching Arms offers a dedicated helpline number and a monthly online group just for Dads, offering the chance to gain support and comfort from speaking to others. The group is facilitated by Tom Donaldson, a bereaved Dad and member of our Supporting Arms Team.
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All Dads are welcome and please note, you are free to share as much or as little as you would like.
Footprints Baby Loss Twin Triplet Support
We hope you find this dedicated space, for dads who have experienced the death of one or more of their twins or triplets, helpful.
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We hope it helps you to feel a little less isolated and lonely in your grief. We have included blogs and words from other dads which you will hopefully find supportive.
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Our more general support also includes dad befrienders, our online community where we have a presence of dads and our online support groups, where dads are very welcome.
Petals Dads
At Petals, we understand that baby loss impacts every relationship differently. Everyone’s journey through grief is individual and your emotions can be different from your partner’s.
From our experience, a dad’s natural instinct can often be to protect their partner, try to fix their partner’s grief, or hide their emotions from them.
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We think it’s important that as dads, you know that you’re not alone – baby loss affects fathers too – and if you’re struggling or needing support, it’s okay to ask for help. Our expert counsellors are here to support you – together or separately.
Daddys with Angels
Daddys with Angels is dedicated to supporting every family member grappling with the loss of a child.
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We offer resources and guidance to help navigate the aftermath of a child bereavement, at any age or gestation. Through our international network, we provide specialist support for dads who are often isolated in their grief.