Welcome

We're a charity which wants to support you and your family in the good times, and the tough times, too - bringing you hope, compassion, help and encouragement.

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“Care for the Family has stimulated and challenged, and certainly enriched our lives. ”

A dad and young son

Adoption from a dad's perspective

“If we can’t have our own children, do you think we should adopt?” “Of course sweetheart,” was my immediate reply. After all, we were young and about to get married. Exciting times lay ahead. It seemed like just another question amongst the many that you say “yes” to at that time: “Should we have white flowers on the tables? Should we ask my uncle Kevin to drive us to the reception?” And so on.

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A dad having problems feeding a baby

5 things I wish I knew before I became a dad

Becoming a dad for the first time is a bit like starting a new job. No matter how well prepared you are, you never quite know what to expect or how well you will cope, or how accurate the job description was. As you gear up for fatherhood, here are five things that I wish that I had known before my daughter arrived.

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The Sixty Minute Father book cover

Events, resources and articles

We want to support you as you become an even better dad - with events, resources and practical articles. Take a look - I'm sure you'll find lots that will be of interest as you build a stronger relationship with your kids.

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Also from Care for the Family...

About UsAbout us - find out more about Care for the Family and how we support and equip families.

ServicesSupporting you - how we are helping and encouraging single parents, those widowed early in life, bereaved parents, parent and toddler group leaders and many more...

EventsEvents - family-building events around the country, including Marriage Unlocked, A Different Journey Day, A Day for Bereaved Parents...

Shop OnlineShop online - books, DVDs and CDs to equip you for life.

DonateDonate - make a difference to family life by supporting the work of Care for the Family with a secure online donation, by becoming a Partner with us, by recycling or by providing goods and services through our help list.

Articles and StoriesArticles and stories - invest your time in reading compelling articles on a variety of subjects, including How do you keep love alive?, Bullying - and what parents can do, Fear - your friend or foe?, and more...

Support NetSupport Net - free online information sheets for you to download at any time, including Money, debt and family life, Internet safety tips for parents, Supporting single parents, Understanding bereavement, Recovering from an eating disorder...

JobsJobs - Would you like to work for Care for the Family? Have a look at our job vacancies page.

Support Net - online support for you and families you know

View the latest issue of Family, the Care for the Family magazine - or we can send you your free copy by post.

Care for the Family
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