Dad Still Standing

Dad Still Standing

Liam Preston and Matt Dearsley

Episodes 54
Avg. Duration 48m
Activity Highly Active
Apple Rating 4.9 (16)
Since May 2021
Latest Episode May 2026

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About This Podcast

Two dads discussing baby loss, coping with life, and working their way through grief. Liam and Matt found there was no support for dads to help them process their grief, prepare for what was to come next, and help them to support their partners. So, they teamed up to create this podcast which provides the tools to help bereaved dads on their journey after losing a child. If you would like to contact us you can do so via our social media pages (@dadstillstanding) or email [email protected].

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S5E1 To Heal or Not To Heal

May 22, 2026 42m

We’re back for Season 5 of Dad Still Standing, and we’re excited, raring to go, and so pleased to be bringing you our first ever video episode on Spotify and Youtube. In this opening episode, To Heal…

S4E12 Christmas time… Mistlewoe and whine!

Dec 21, 2025 40m

It’s (almost) Chrrriiiiiistmas!!The dads are here for another festive edition of the podcast. Trying to cover the highs and the lows, the merriment and the sorrow. But overall delving deep into the…

S4E11 Spotlight on Loss with Andy Parsons

Nov 29, 2025 49m

This episode we chat to Andy Parsons, who apart from being a top bloke also happens to be married to British #NationalTreasure Becky Adlington. In the episode Matt, Liam and Andy discuss all things…

S4E10 Looking Back, Looking Forward

Oct 17, 2025 39m

When you first lose your baby, it can feel impossible to imagine a time when grief won’t dominate every waking moment. The early days are often raw, overwhelming, and full of uncertainty about how…

S4E9 Grief in Darker Months

Sep 24, 2025 45m

As the nights draw in and the days get colder, many people notice their grief feels heavier. In this episode, we talk about how the change in seasons can affect our emotions, whether winter makes…

S4E8 Meet The Midwife: Tommy's Special

Jun 13, 2025 55m

This Father’s Day weekend, we’re proud to bring you a special episode in collaboration with Tommy’s, the UK’s leading baby loss charity.Joining us is Juliette Ward, an NHS Rainbow and Pregnancy After…

S4E7 Spotlight on Loss with Rev. Kate Bottley

Jun 06, 2025 49m

In this powerful and heartfelt episode of Dad Still Standing, we’re joined by Reverend Kate Bottley – priest, broadcaster, journalist, and familiar face from Channel 4’s Gogglebox and BBC National…

S4E6 Religion, Grief, and Baby Loss

Mar 21, 2025 38m

Losing a baby can shake everything you believe in - whether you have a strong faith or none at all. In this episode, Liam and Matt talk openly about their beliefs and non-beliefs and what impact they…

S4E5 Knowing Your Legal Rights

Mar 03, 2025 47m

In this episode, we explore the crucial topic of knowing your legal rights after baby loss. Whether it’s understanding bereavement leave entitlements at work, government support, or the challenges of…

S4E4 Spotlight on Loss with Geoff Norcott

Jan 31, 2025 42m

This episode we're dropping one of our Spotlight on Loss specials as the dads are joined by the incredible British stand-up comedian, actor, author, podcaster and all round top bloke, Geoff Norcott.…

S4E3 You're a mean one, Mr. Grief

Dec 22, 2024 38m

It’s Christmas time, and while the world is full of festive cheer, it’s not always easy to feel the same after loss. In this slightly more light-hearted episode, Matt and Liam channel their inner Mr…

S4E2 Everything's just a bit shit...

Dec 17, 2024 39m

In this episode, Matt and Liam get real about those days when life feels overwhelmingly hard. You know the ones - the days when grief, loss, and just the weight of it all hit you square in the face.…

S4E1 Self-Awareness and Self-Perception

Oct 25, 2024 49m

We're back and welcome to Season 4 of Dad Still Standing! We’re kicking off this season with an in-depth and personal look at self-awareness and self-perception in the aftermath of baby loss. In this…

Sad Dads Club

Jun 14, 2024 1h 8m

In the season three finale coinciding with Father's Day, Matt and Liam are joined by the incredible bereaved parents behind the Sad Dads Club. Chris, Rob and Jay dialling in from the USA share the…

The Guilt of Happiness

Apr 26, 2024 47m

In this episode, the dads delve into the complex emotions that come with feeling happiness after experiencing a profound loss. Many of us grapple with guilt when moments of joy peek through our grief…

Pregnancy Announcements

Mar 08, 2024 48m

In this episode of the Dad Still Standing podcast, hosts Matt and Liam delve into the emotionally complex topic of pregnancy announcements and their impact on individuals who have experienced baby…

Supportive Partners

Feb 23, 2024 43m

In this episode of Dad Still Standing, the dads explore the crucial roles of giving and receiving support within a partnership after the loss of a child. They have contributions from four listeners,…

Complexities of Grief

Feb 08, 2024 55m

This episode starts with a strong focus and direction but loses it within the first three minutes - maybe less than that. However, the dads do talk about the complexities of grief; why you shouldn't…

Feliz NaviDads

Dec 22, 2023 53m

As another year comes to an end, the dads reflect on what Christmas is all about and what the New Year could bring for us all. As promised, Liam and Matt have taken the best of the questions sent in…

Healing and Justice: Legal Action After Baby Loss

Dec 01, 2023 39m

This episode focuses on medical negligence and legal action and the fraught conversations among families about whether to sue or not.  The dads - with absolutely zero expertise in this - are…

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Dad Still Standing has published 54 episodes since May 2021, covering topics in Kids & Family, Parenting.

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