Natural Self-Care for New Dads: Why You Deserve More Than Just Sleep

Becoming a dad is life-changing. It’s joyful, chaotic, emotional—and often exhausting. Between sleepless nights, nappy changes, and learning how to soothe a tiny human, it’s easy for dads to forget to look after themselves.

But your wellbeing matters too. That’s why at Madebyamidwife, I’ve created a thoughtful range of natural, handmade products for new dads—so you can look after your body (and beard) while navigating fatherhood.

Here’s how to bring a little calm, care and confidence back into your day.

🧔 Beard Butter – Tame the Chaos, Not Just the Kids

Beards need TLC too, especially when you’re running on caffeine and baby wipes.

Our rich, conditioning Beard Butter with Cedarwood, Frankincense & Pine – is packed with:

Shea and cocoa butters to soften and smooth
Jojoba and almond oils to nourish the skin underneath
Essential oils of cedarwood, frankincense & pine for a grounding, masculine scent

It melts into the beard and skin, reducing itch and dryness—perfect for new dads who want to feel groomed, not greasy.

💡 Top tip: Use daily after a warm shower or face wash to lock in moisture.

🌬️ Breathe Easy Balm – madebyamidwife

Parenting comes with colds, congestion, and long nights. Our breathe easy balm is a natural alternative to harsh vapour rubs.

Made with:

Sunflower and mango butter to soothe the chest
Menthol, rosemary, and eucalyptus oils for clear breathing
No petroleum, parabens or synthetic ingredients

Rub onto your chest or back before bed—or even under your nose on particularly foggy mornings.

💡 Perfect for post-nappy-change refreshers, too!

💆 Soothing Muscle Rub Because Lifting Babies is a Workout

No one tells you how much physical work parenthood is—especially if you’re pacing the floor at 2am or crouching to build bouncers and cots.

Our Soothing Muscle Rub – madebyamidwife – helps ease tight shoulders, sore backs, and tired legs.

Key ingredients:

Arnica extract to support muscle recovery
Peppermint, eucalyptus and juniper oils for deep, tingly relief
Mango butter and almond oil for hydration and smooth glide

💡 Massage into sore spots after a warm bath or shower.

🧼 Midnight Mint Salt Soap – The Shower Wake-Up Call You’ll Thank Me For

Say goodbye to boring shower gels. Our Midnight Mint Salt Soap – is invigorating, detoxifying and a complete wake-up call when sleep is a rare luxury.

Made with:

Sea salt and activated charcoal to cleanse deeply
Peppermint, lavender and rosemary oils for a bold, refreshing scent
Shea and castor oils for moisturising without residue

It’s like giving your skin a proper reset—without plastic bottles or synthetic ingredients.

💡 Use it head-to-toe or just for that much-needed morning face wash.

🧴 Handcrafted for Dads, by Someone Who Gets It

I started Madebyamidwife.com to support families with honest, natural skincare made in the UK—because self-care isn’t just for mums or babies. Dads deserve thoughtful, effective products too.

All our products are:
✅ Handmade in small batches in the UK
✅ Free from sulphates, parabens, and artificial fragrance
✅ Packaged sustainably with care for the planet

Because when you feel good, you show up even better—for your baby, your partner, and yourself.