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Invisible This poignant film raises awareness of new fathers’ mental health and explores the factors impacting the emotional wellbeing of fathers following the arrival of a new baby. Play video Description A dramatised narrative following Luke as he becomes a father, based on research evidence and interviews with fathers. ‘Invisible’ raises awareness of the complex interplay of factors that impact men in the transition to fatherhood. This project draws on extensive academic research, interviews with practitioners, and powerful lived experience accounts from a diverse range of fathers and parents. Invisible will engage hearts and behaviours so that services, systems and society become more inclusive and supportive of new fathers and all babies, children and families get the best start in life. For further resources and briefing notes to support the use of the film in events or training, please visit the website below IHV website Credits Based on an original idea by Dr. Sharin Baldwin and Chris Godwin Produced by:The Institute of Health VisitingInner Eye Productions Reflective questions Close Close Play video Trailer 1 minute, 35 seconds Watch Play video Full Film 22 minutes, 36 seconds Watch Reflective questions Inspired by the themes addressed within the film these questions are designed as prompts for group reflection. Your Response What word best captures how the film left you feeling? What stayed with you most strongly in the minutes right after the film ended? Seeing the Father: Understanding Luke’s Lived Experience What behaviours or shifts suggested Luke was struggling even if he didn’t say it outright? Which of Luke’s coping strategies seemed to protect him short-term but cost him longer-term? Where (if anywhere) did Luke seem to feel he belonged? What the Film Reveals About Fathers’ Mental Health What barriers might stop someone from asking for help when they’re struggling? What expectations about being a “good dad/partner/provider” might shape a father’s willingness to speak up? Which parts of Luke’s experience feel like individual circumstances, and which feel like system or culture issues? Practice and Relationships: Where Support Was Felt — or Missed? Where were the missed opportunities for someone to check in differently? What might reinforce invisibility? What could communicate inclusion? How might Luke have been offered support earlier? What would “earlier” realistically look like? Reflective Practice: How This Resonates Did any part of the film mirror something you’ve seen in your community or work, without naming anyone? What felt challenging to watch, and what might that discomfort be telling us? From Insight to Action What is one thing you (or your service/team) could do within a week to be more inclusive of fathers? What would require a policy/process shift (not just individual effort) to reduce “invisibility”? Related Posts Play video Cycle of Change The film challenges menopause myths and provides clear, supportive information for women, employers, educators and healthcare professionals. Watch now Play video Tina Tina is a powerful film which has been created to support staff to have conversations around end of life care. The film has a particular focus on people with experience of homelessness. Watch now Play video Teenage Misadventure Highlights the experiences of young people who self‑harm and shows how healthcare professionals can respond effectively. Watch now
Description A dramatised narrative following Luke as he becomes a father, based on research evidence and interviews with fathers. ‘Invisible’ raises awareness of the complex interplay of factors that impact men in the transition to fatherhood. This project draws on extensive academic research, interviews with practitioners, and powerful lived experience accounts from a diverse range of fathers and parents. Invisible will engage hearts and behaviours so that services, systems and society become more inclusive and supportive of new fathers and all babies, children and families get the best start in life. For further resources and briefing notes to support the use of the film in events or training, please visit the website below IHV website Credits Based on an original idea by Dr. Sharin Baldwin and Chris Godwin Produced by:The Institute of Health VisitingInner Eye Productions Reflective questions Close Close Play video Trailer 1 minute, 35 seconds Watch Play video Full Film 22 minutes, 36 seconds Watch Reflective questions Inspired by the themes addressed within the film these questions are designed as prompts for group reflection. Your Response What word best captures how the film left you feeling? What stayed with you most strongly in the minutes right after the film ended? Seeing the Father: Understanding Luke’s Lived Experience What behaviours or shifts suggested Luke was struggling even if he didn’t say it outright? Which of Luke’s coping strategies seemed to protect him short-term but cost him longer-term? Where (if anywhere) did Luke seem to feel he belonged? What the Film Reveals About Fathers’ Mental Health What barriers might stop someone from asking for help when they’re struggling? What expectations about being a “good dad/partner/provider” might shape a father’s willingness to speak up? Which parts of Luke’s experience feel like individual circumstances, and which feel like system or culture issues? Practice and Relationships: Where Support Was Felt — or Missed? Where were the missed opportunities for someone to check in differently? What might reinforce invisibility? What could communicate inclusion? How might Luke have been offered support earlier? What would “earlier” realistically look like? Reflective Practice: How This Resonates Did any part of the film mirror something you’ve seen in your community or work, without naming anyone? What felt challenging to watch, and what might that discomfort be telling us? From Insight to Action What is one thing you (or your service/team) could do within a week to be more inclusive of fathers? What would require a policy/process shift (not just individual effort) to reduce “invisibility”?
Play video Cycle of Change The film challenges menopause myths and provides clear, supportive information for women, employers, educators and healthcare professionals. Watch now
Play video Tina Tina is a powerful film which has been created to support staff to have conversations around end of life care. The film has a particular focus on people with experience of homelessness. Watch now
Play video Teenage Misadventure Highlights the experiences of young people who self‑harm and shows how healthcare professionals can respond effectively. Watch now