<div>Vic and Al talk about how to cope with the shock of becoming a parent, what happens when it all gets a little too hard and discuss post-natal depression in dads (yes, it&apos;s a real thing). They also talk to Terri Smith, who is the CEO Perinatal Anxiety &amp; Depression Australia to get some great advice on how to cope (SPOILER: always ask for help!) and check in with a mum and friend of the show, Sam, about her experience with post-natal depression.</div><div><br/></div><div>If you&apos;re struggling a bit, you can check out the great resources at <a href='http://Panda.org.au' target='_blank'>Panda.org.au</a> and <a href='http://Howisdadgoing.org.au' target='_blank'>Howisdadgoing.org.au</a>. You can also always talk to someone at lifeline 24/7 - 13 11 14. Dads need care too.</div><div><br/></div><div>Got something to say about your experiences as a dad? We&apos;d love to hear from you - send us an email at <a target='_blank'>daditude@globalstorynetwork.org.au</a>.</div>

Daditude

Global Story Network

When The Going Gets Tough

JUL 23, 201945 MIN
Daditude

When The Going Gets Tough

JUL 23, 201945 MIN

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Vic and Al talk about how to cope with the shock of becoming a parent, what happens when it all gets a little too hard and discuss post-natal depression in dads (yes, it's a real thing). They also talk to Terri Smith, who is the CEO Perinatal Anxiety & Depression Australia to get some great advice on how to cope (SPOILER: always ask for help!) and check in with a mum and friend of the show, Sam, about her experience with post-natal depression.

If you're struggling a bit, you can check out the great resources at Panda.org.au and Howisdadgoing.org.au. You can also always talk to someone at lifeline 24/7 - 13 11 14. Dads need care too.

Got something to say about your experiences as a dad? We'd love to hear from you - send us an email at [email protected].