Welcome to the Somerset Emotional Wellbeing (SEW) podcast!

In this episode, Supporting New Fathers, our hosts Dr. Peter Bagshaw and Dr. Andrew Tresidder are joined by Dr. Joanne Nicholl from NHS Somerset to discuss what the New Father’s Project is, how it is being delivered through an innovative partnership between the Somerset Activity and Sports Partnership and the NHS and why it is important for families that new fathers are supported as well as new mothers.

The SEW podcast is a free weekly show hosted by Dr. Andrew Tresidder, Dr. Peter Bagshaw and Dr. Kate Staveley. In each episode, the doctors discuss a different topic related to mental and emotional wellbeing and often invite expert guests to join them in conversation. The show is aimed at the people of Somerset and beyond; the advice and guidance provided should apply to anybody who needs it, whenever they need it.

All episodes of SEW are now available to listen to free through Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Deezer, Google Podcasts, Amazon Podcasts, Somerset Emotional Wellbeing or wherever you get your podcasts!

We would like to hear from you! If you would like to ask us a question or let us know what you think of the show, or if you would like to suggest guests and topics for us to cover, please get in touch with us by emailing: somicb.sewpodcast@nhs.net

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Please note: The opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the speakers. They do not purport to reflect the opinions or views of the NHS or any other organisation unless expressly stated

New Father’s Project - We know that babies don’t come with an instruction manual, so we are offering every new dad in the Bridgwater area a 30-minute appointment with one of the health coach team.

Somerset Domestic Abuse Support – Somerset Council provide a locally based confidential service, offering a range of specialist support to anyone who needs advice and help on domestic abuse.

Somerset Safeguarding Children Partnership – The Somerset Safeguarding Children Partnership (SSCP) are the partnership responsible for safeguarding children in Somerset is made up of Somerset Council, Avon and Somerset Constabulary and Somerset Integrated Care Board, who have joint and equal responsibility to safeguard children and young people.

Somerset Sports and Activity Partnership - Somerset Activity and Sports Partnership (SASP) is dedicated to increasing the health and happiness of residents in Somerset through physical activity and sport.

Open MH - If you are an adult living in Somerset and experiencing difficulties with your mental health, we are here to help. Open Mental Health offers support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to ensure that anyone struggling with poor mental health can access the right support at the right time.

If you need to speak to someone please contact our team at Mindline Somerset any time of the day, any day of the week locally on 01823 276892 or freeph