Dads and Diapers

Helping fathers find confidence, connection, and calm in early parenthood

Fatherhood isn’t what you expected. And that’s okay.

Becoming a dad is supposed to be magical.

But let’s be honest: for many fathers, it often feels like chaos.

The baby is crying, the house is a mess, your partner seems constantly on edge, and you can’t shake the feeling that no matter what you do, it’s never quite enough.

You might catch yourself thinking:

“She’s always upset.”
“I feel like an assistant, not a partner.”
“I never have time for myself anymore.”
“It feels like she and the baby are one team, and I’m on the outside.”

These thoughts are far more common than most fathers realize. Early parenthood can turn even the strongest relationships upside down.

The truth is it’s not about doing everything right. It’s about understanding your new role, managing emotions, and finding your place in the family with confidence.

That’s exactly what Dads & Diapers was designed for.

The support you need in your transition to fatherhood

Dads & Diapers is a supportive, research-informed space for fathers who want to make sense of the early months after baby.

Through guided discussion, practical tools, and honest conversation, you’ll gain clarity about your role as a dad, learn how to better support your partner, and build a strong emotional bond with your child, without losing yourself in the process.

What You’ll Gain

A deeper understanding of what’s really happening during this transition
Clarity about your emotional and practical role as a father
Communication strategies to reduce conflict and defensiveness
Tools for managing frustration, stress, and exhaustion
Ways to connect meaningfully with your baby from day one
A renewed sense of confidence and belonging in your new identity

This isn’t a lecture or a parenting manual, it’s a space to be honest, to learn, and to discover what kind of father you want to be.

Common Challenges Fathers Face

1. “She’s always angry.”

You try to help, but everything feels wrong. You’re not imagining it, her patience may be stretched thin, and you might both be exhausted. We’ll explore how to recognize emotional overload (yours and hers) and communicate in ways that bring calm, not conflict.

2. “I feel like a helper, not a partner.”

Many dads feel sidelined in the first months, unsure of what to do or when to step in. Together, we’ll redefine what shared parenting looks like and how you can stay involved even when things feel unbalanced.

3. “I don’t have any time for myself anymore.”

Burnout doesn’t only happen to mothers. These sessions help you create space for your own needs without guilt - because a calm, grounded father is one of the best gifts a child can have.

4. “Our relationship feels different.”

Yes, intimacy and connection change after baby. That doesn’t mean they’re gone. We’ll talk about how to reconnect emotionally and physically as partners, not just co-parents.

Themes explored in Dad & Diapers

2. The Invisible Parent: Overcoming the Feeling of Being Left Out
Understand why many fathers feel excluded in early parenting and how to build connection with both your partner and baby.

3. Emotional Well-being for Fathers
Learn how to manage stress, frustration, and even postpartum depression in fathers - yes, it’s real. Develop emotional awareness and tools for resilience.

4. Father–Child Bonding: Building a Lifelong Connection
Discover how to create secure attachment with your baby through everyday interactions, routines, and small moments that matter.

5. The Co-Parenting Partnership: Working as a Team
Strengthen communication, balance responsibilities, and rebuild the feeling of partnership with your partner.

6. Fatherhood Beyond the First Year
Look ahead - understand how your role evolves as your child grows and how to nurture your long-term bond as both father and partner.

Why It Matters

Fathers play a crucial role in shaping their child’s emotional world. Studies show that when dads are involved, children develop stronger emotional regulation, better cognitive skills, and greater resilience.

At the same time, fathers who feel connected and supported experience lower stress and higher relationship satisfaction.

You don’t need to have it all figured out. You just need the space to learn, reflect, and start showing up as the father (and partner) you want to be.

Format & Details

Format: Online sessions, 2 hours each
Schedule: Tuesday evenings, biweekly
Location: Online - join from home, wherever you are
Language: English or Romanian, depending on group composition
Approach: Practical, conversational, and based on research

Ready to redefine fatherhood?

This is your chance to step into your new role with awareness, empathy, and confidence. Not through perfection, but through connection.