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Please update your RDS mobile app to version 4.7.1

We are pleased to advise that deep linking capability, enabling users to directly download individual mobile toolkits, has now been released on the RDS mobile app. When you install the update, you will see that each toolkit has a small QR code icon the header area beside the search icon – see screenshot below. Clicking on this icon will open up a window with a full-size QR code and the alternative of a short URL for sharing with users. Instructions are provided.

You may need to actively install the update to install RDS app version 4.7.1 to see this improvement. Installing this update is also strongly recommended to get the full benefits of the new contingency arrangements – specifically, that if the RDS website should fail, you will still be able to download new mobile app toolkits.

To check your current RDS version, click on the three dots bottom right of the RDS app screen. This takes you to a “More” page where you will see the version number. To install latest updates:

On iPhones – go to the Apple store, click on your profile icon top right, scroll down to see the apps waiting to be updated and update the RDS app.

On Android phones – these can vary, but try going to the Google Play store, click on your profile icon top right, click on “Manage apps and device”, select and update the RDS app.

Please get in touch with ann.wales3@nhs.scot with any questions.

Fathers Network Scotland

Fathers Network Scotland offer training and support to health professionals, local authorities and service providers across Scotland to help them better engage with dads.
They also support dads during their partner’s pregnancy and after the baby is born, with a focus on men’s mental health. The website has a directory of dad-friendly services and local organisations.

Provides support for dads and male carers (including gay, trans and non-binary dads) in their role in family life. They offer support and befriending to dads who are feeling anxious during pregnancy or when their baby is born.

Depression as a new dad

A blog on the MIND website about a dad’s experience of mental health struggles.

Success Stories – Maternal OCD

Webpage within the Maternal OCD website of around 10 different stories about overcoming OCD, including one father’s story.