Still Parents Podcast

Baby loss does not discriminate! A global community, uniting bereaved dad's worldwide through honest, raw and inspiring stories. We challenge societal norms and encourage men to embrace their emotions rather than conform to traditional expectations.

We give men a voice and validate that it is ok to speak about the ‘worst day of your life’!

MEET THE TEAM

  • Ryan Jackson BEM

    MANAGING DIRECTOR OF THE LILY MAE FOUNDATION| BEREAVED DAD & STILL PARENTS PODCAST FOUNDER

    ryan@stillparentspodcast.co.uk

    I’m a massive sports fan! From the intensity of boxing and the gym to the precision of golf and the highs (and lows) of following Aston Villa. But for me, sport is more than just a hobby; it’s a bridge.

    My mission with the podcast is to use our shared love for the game to break down the walls of silence. I believe that while we can't solve everything alone, everyone has a part to play in changing the conversation around men's mental health.

  • Dan Kelly

    RADIO & PODCAST PRESENTER/PRODUCER | STILL PARENTS PODCAST FOUNDER

    dan@stillparentspodcast.co.uk

    Laughter, inspiration and a perfectly cooked steak….. that’s the dream! As a Leicester City fan, I’ve got a soft spot for a comeback story, which is why I love debunking the myth that you can’t find a new tribe after 40.

    Seeing our podcast grow has been the highlight of my career; taking our message to national TV and opening our own studio doors has been a massive milestone. I’m proud of our journey so far but I am even more excited about where we’re going!

  • Matt Whitehouse

    CHARITY COMMUNITY PROGRAMMES MANAGER OF THE LILY MAE FOUNDATION| BEREAVED DAD & STILL PARENTS PODCAST FOUNDER

    matt@stillparentspodcast.co.uk

    I’m a proud West Bromwich Albion fan and avid runner and my world centres around my family. Above all, I do what I do to make my daughter, Callie, proud.

    Through the Still Parents Podcast, I aim to show men that vulnerability isn't a weakness. I want to provide a space where dads feel safe opening up about the things they might otherwise keep buried, using our platform to bridge the gap between silence and healing.

OUR ADVOCATES

Christian Haag

Christian joins us as our second USA Podvocate. Born and raised in Brooklyn, New York, Christian and his partner, Manuel, were excitedly awaiting the arrival of their daughter, Josephine Roseann, via surrogacy in Mexico.

Following the heartbreaking loss of Josephine at eight months of pregnancy, Christian has dedicated himself to ensuring no father faces the isolation of baby loss alone.

Christian now works with us to turn that isolation into community, raising global awareness for bereaved parents everywhere.

USA PODVOCATE & BEREAVED DAD

William Ellis

We’re delighted to welcome William Ellis as Brand Ambassador for the Still Parents Podcast.

William first shared his story with us in October 2023, speaking with raw honesty about the loss of his son, Dash, in 2017. His vulnerability has already served as a lifeline for many.

William will help us broaden our impact, raising awareness and continue building a supportive community ensuring that no father has to navigate the weight of grief alone.

AMBASSADOR & BEREAVED DAD

Kelly Jean-Philippe

We are proud to have Kelly Jean-Philippe as a USA Podvocate, helping Still Parents bridge the gap for bereaved fathers across the Atlantic.

A husband to Rose and father to Julius-Camillo and Eden, Kelly’s path has been marked by the loss of five pregnancies, an experience that highlights how frequently a father’s grief is sidelined.

As the creator of The Miscarriage Dads Podcast, Kelly has been a pioneer in normalising these difficult conversations. Together, we are working to turn shared experience into a global movement of support and awareness.

USA PODVOCATE & BEREAVED DAD

Matt McConnell

We are proud to introduce Matt as our Australian Podvocate, expanding the Still Parents mission to fathers across the globe.

Married to Madeline and father to Edie, Noah, and his daughter Wren, who died at eight days old in April 2022, Matt understands the profound isolation of perinatal loss.

Driven by the lack of resources available during his own grief, he founded Love From Dad. Matt is dedicated to honouring Wren’s legacy by supporting other men through the darkest days of baby loss and bridging the distance to create a world where bereaved parents are seen and supported.

AUSSIE PODVOCATE & BEREAVED DAD

Ryan, Dan and Matt appeared on ITV’s Lorraine Kelly Show with Christine Lampard. The opportunity to appear on the show was a fantastic opportunity to speak to a wider audience about the importance of the Still Parents Podcast and the support it offers to bereaved men following the loss of a baby.

INTERNATIONAL PODVOCATES

Working together to support bereaved dads across the world

Dealing with baby loss is a devastating experience that carries a social stigma in the UK and worldwide. Despite research showing that men grieve as intensely as women, the stereotype that men should be strong and hide their emotions often prevents them from getting the support they need.

The Still Parents Podcast tackles this issue head-on. It features candid, honest, and powerful conversations with men who have experienced the loss of a baby through Stillbirth, Neonatal Death, Miscarriage, or Medical Termination. The podcast aims to challenge the societal expectations placed on men.

The show normalises the discussion around baby loss, validating all the feelings that men might hide for fear of appearing weak.