Hosted by Peter Shelley · 🇺🇸 US · EN · 25 episodes
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Dads Don’t Cry is a heartfelt and honest podcast about fatherhood, love, & loss. Hosted by Peter, a dad who knows the depths of grief firsthand, each episode opens up the often-silent conversation around child loss - giving voice to fathers & families who carry their children’s memories in their hearts every day.These are stories of courage, remembrance, and resilience - reminding us that grief shared is grief softened, & that no parent should ever feel alone.Please listen with care & take breaks if you need to. Support resources for bereaved families can be found in each episode summary.You can support the podcast through the following link- buymeacoffee.com/dadsdontcrypodcast
Peter Shelley hosts Dads Don't Cry, a society show with 25 episodes published.
In this episode of Dads Don’t Cry , Peter sits down with Mark to share the story of his daughter, Ría, who died due to a Fetal-maternal hemorrhage (FMH). Per the pathologist, it happens rarely, is not predictable or prev
This week on Dads Don’t Cry, Peter is joined by Chloe, Finn’s mam, for a deeply moving conversation about love, hope, resilience, and loss. Chloe shares her journey through pregnancy, receiving Finn’s diagnosis of Down s
In this deeply honest episode of Dads Don’t Cry, Peter is joined by Finlay to share the emotional story of pregnancy loss, grief, healing, and hope. Finlay opens up about the excitement of expecting a baby, the devastati
In this deeply moving episode of Dads Don’t Cry, host Peter is joined by Lynda, Róisín’s mam and co-founder of Fairy Footprints, to share her powerful story of love, loss, and resilience. Lynda reflects on her early jour
In this episode of Dads Don’t Cry, Peter is joined by Michelle to share the powerful story of her daughter, Robyn-Grace. After early scans revealed serious concerns, Michelle received the devastating diagnosis of a rare
In this episode of Dads Don’t Cry, host Peter sits down with Jane Dalrymple, Clinical Midwife Specialist in Fetal Medicine at the Rotunda Hospital, to explore the compassionate, often unseen work of supporting families t
Nine years after losing his first child at birth, Nathan joins host Peter to share the story of Layla’s pregnancy and the devastating loss that followed when he was just 21 years old. He reflects on the insensitivity he
In this episode of Dads Don’t Cry, host Peter is joined by Vanessa, Elsie’s mam, who shares her family’s powerful and heartbreaking story. What begins as the joy of a surprise twin pregnancy soon becomes a high-risk jour
In Episode 17 of Dads Don’t Cry, host Peter sits down with Elaine to share the story of her daughter, Willow - a story that begins with hope and love, and unfolds into unimaginable heartbreak. Elaine speaks openly about
This week, we’re doing something different. While Dads Don’t Cry usually explores the impact of losing a child, this episode gently turns the lens the other way, asking what it means to lose a parent, especially as a you
In this deeply vulnerable conversation, Caroline shares the beautiful life and radiant personality of her daughter, Indie Mai, a joyful, loving child who touched everyone around her. She reflects on Indie’s final weekend
On this episode of Dads Don’t Cry, Peter is joined by Izzy’s mam, Lauren, during a week that should have been filled with joy celebrating Izzy’s second birthday. Instead, Lauren bravely shares the unimaginable story of l
In this deeply moving episode of Dads Don’t Cry, Peter sits down with Kim to honour the life and loss of her daughter, Penelope—a bright, unapologetically herself child who filled every room with her spirit. Kim tenderly
In this episode of Dads Don’t Cry, host Peter is joined by Conor, Jack’s dad, who shares the story of a journey that began with an unexpected and smooth pregnancy, before taking a devastating turn. Conor also reflects on
In this deeply moving episode of Dads Don’t Cry, Pat, Liam’s dad, shares the story of love, loss, and lasting connection that began with the excitement of expecting their third child and was forever changed by a devastat
In this emotional episode of Dads Don’t Cry, Craig shares the story of his son Luca, a deeply loved third child who changed their family forever. What began with hope and excitement became a journey shaped by love, coura
“Be strong.” “Hold it together.” “Don’t cry.” For many fathers, grief is something they’re expected to carry in silence. In this episode of Dads Don’t Cry, I’m joined by bereavement therapist Peter Hanlon for a raw and c
In this powerful episode of Dads Don’t Cry, Lar shares his son Oscar’s story, from the joy of early childhood to the subtle signs that led to a devastating DIPG diagnosis. He reflects on protecting Oscar’s innocence, cre
In this episode of Dads Don’t Cry, we sit with Linda - mam to the beautiful EmmaRose, whose brief but powerful life forever changed her family’s world. Linda walks us through her journey with raw honesty and quiet streng
This week on Dads Don’t Cry, I’m joined by Tony - proud dad to Arthur. Tony opens up about the overwhelming joy of becoming a father for the first time, and the incredible strength he and Claire found in the Ringsend com
Chloe
personal brand coach · The Chatty Freelancer
1 appearance on this show
Finlay
football scholar · BISP's Cruzeiro Academy
1 appearance on this show
Lynda
D'Avekki Studios
1 appearance on this show
Michelle
the Analyst · Stillbirth Foundation Australia
1 appearance on this show
Nathan
Judge · StationX
1 appearance on this show
Vanessa
certified subconscious reprogrammer · Empowered Birthing
1 appearance on this show
Elaine
Commercial Property Solicitor · Moore House Group
1 appearance on this show
Donna
The Iron Empress · Sedona
1 appearance on this show
Lauren
clinical animal behaviourist · Lazy Dog Restaurant and Bar
1 appearance on this show
Kim
The Parentologist · Statheros Academy
1 appearance on this show
Conor
Digital Lead · CJM Tree Care
1 appearance on this show
Pat
Doctor · Paranormal Pativity
1 appearance on this show
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