Time-out for dads with a new baby
Being a dad is a full-time job, and there’s not a lot of spare time. But it’s hard to take care of someone else if you’re not feeling too good yourself.
Just 10 minutes of time-out each day can give you the break you need, so you’ve got energy to keep supporting your partner and your baby.
So… what will you do with your time-out?
Stay active
- Take a walk around the block.
- Go to the gym or the beach.
Be sociable
- Call a mate or drop in for a visit.
- Make catching up with mates a regular thing – once every few months is better than nothing.
Rest and relax
- Find a place where you’re not likely to be disturbed.
- Take a power nap or read a magazine.
- Put on your headphones and zone out with some music.
Try something new – have you ever…
- Played Supa-golf or joined a footy club?
- Visited your local library or looked into joining a ’Men’s Shed’?
For more ideas, visit the Act-Belong-Commit website (external site).
Where to get help
- See your doctor
- See a child health nurse
Pregnancy, Birth and Baby Helpline
- Free call 1800 882 436 (24 hour service)
DadsWA
- Phone 9368 9379 or free call 1800 111 546 (free from land line only).
Acknowledgements
Women and Newborns Health Service
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