The Co-ParentPad© is a quick reference baby guide to support non-birthing parents who identify as LGBTQI+. 

Traditional sources of information for new parents are commonly written for birthing mums in heterosexual relationships, which can leave other new-parent demographics feeling unseen, unsupported and/or discriminated against.  The Co-ParentPad© is different. 

Containing information on ‘baby basics’ – such as nappy changing, crying, sleep, feeding, holding and cleaning – there’s also essential details on preparing yourself and your partner for your pregnancy journey, supporting your partner in labour, and supporting each other in new parenthood. Written in LGBTQI+-affirming language and using appropriate terminology, the Co-ParentPad© is accompanied by bespoke illustrations which aim to represent the spectrum of parent identities and relationships in the UK today.

The Co-ParentPad© is available for FREE from your Family Hub and the maternity health professionals supporting your family.

For more information on the Co-ParentPad©, please click here link to: https://thedadpad.co.uk/category/about-coparentpad/]