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Dads Don't Cry

Peter Shelley
Grief
Ireland
Child Loss
Dublin
Infant Loss
The Journey Initiative
Willow
Oscar's Kids
DIPG (diffuse Intrinsic Pontine Glioma)
Bereavement Therapy
Féileacáin
Cancer
Fatherhood
Izzy
Penelope
Mental Health
Community Support
Temple Street Children's Hospital
Crumlin Children's Hospital
Oscar Keogh

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 s... more

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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 devastation of discovering there was no... more

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 journey into motherhood, includin... more

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 and fatal condition. With li... more

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 through pregnancy loss.

Jane s... more

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Pat Egan
Liam's father
Liam's family
Episode: Episode 11: Liam
Peter Hanlon
Bereavement Therapist
Independent/Barrettstown-related work
Episode: Episode 9: Peter Hanlon, Bereavement Therapist
Lar Keogh
Dad to Oscar and Teddy; founder of Oscars Kids
Oscars Kids
Episode: Episode 8: Oscar
Peter Shelley
Host of Dads Don't Cry, husband of Sarah, father to Cara and Ayla
Episode: Episode 5: Aodhla (Part 1)
Dean Arrowsmith
Dundalk FC fan and father who shares Charli Mae's story
Charli Mae fundraising, Share Group
Episode: Episode 4: Charli Mae

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Peter Shelley
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Episode 23: Georgia "Sesame"
Q: When did you first find out you were pregnant?
The guest explains that they found out in a period of a few months after stopping the Pill, with the pregnancy becoming clear after a positive test carried out in a small upstairs room, and the moment of revelation shared with family.
Episode 3: Liam & Grace
Q: How did you begin your journey toward becoming parents, and what happened along the way?
She describes infertility, IVF cycles, and two miscarriages before finally carrying Liam and Grace to viability, followed by a life-changing loss at 23 weeks and the decision to honor them through memory-making and advocacy.
Episode 8: Oscar
Q: Can you walk us through the moment you learned about DIPG and how you processed that news?
The moment was devastating and existential, with the doctor delivering a prognosis that made us confront the reality that our time with Oscar could be limited; we moved quickly to focus on making memories and planning for the future while seeking the best possible treatment options.

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The show centers on fathers navigating grief after the loss of a child, with conversations that blend intimate personal storytelling and expert guidance. Episodes frequently feature bereaved parents, clinicians, and charity organizers who share raw, practical insights into memory-making, rituals, and coping strategies while highlighting the broader impact on families and communities. A distinctive thread across episodes is turning grief into constructive action—advocacy, fundraising, and peer support networks—often framed through the lens of fathers' experiences. The format tends to mix candid narratives with resources and real-world steps for listeners facing similar journeys, making it particularly helpful for bereaved families, healthcar... more

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4. Peter Shelley
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