The club you didn't know you needed.
Are you expecting a baby?
Becoming a dad is life-changing. It’s exciting, exhausting, overwhelming, and yes, sometimes downright confusing. Whether you're figuring out how to hold a bottle without spilling, changing diapers at lightning speed, or navigating the new dynamic with your partner, it’s a lot to take in. And you’re not alone in feeling that way.
That’s why the New Dads Group exists: to help you make sense of it all and feel confident, supported, and connected as you step into fatherhood.
Cost: $50/Session
Hi, I’m Ruthie Perez, LPC. I’m a licensed therapist, mom, and advocate for dads who often get left out of the parenting conversation. I know firsthand how challenging (and amazing) this stage of life can be, and I’m here to guide you through it with tools, tips, and a lot of understanding.
Let’s face it: society doesn’t always give dads a space to talk about their struggles. You’re expected to be the rock, the provider, and the problem-solver—but who’s there to help you? This group is that space.
Here’s what we’ll tackle together:
Sleepless nights: How do you survive on four hours of sleep?
Partner dynamics: Finding balance when your relationship feels like a tag-team match.
Dad guilt: Yes, it’s a thing. Let’s unpack it.
Identity shifts: Who are you now, and how do you keep a sense of yourself?
The baby connection: Building a bond with your little one, even when it doesn’t come naturally at first.
No judgment. Just support.
This is a casual, relaxed group where you can share, vent, and learn from other dads who get it. Led by a licensed therapist and fellow parent, our sessions are packed with practical advice, shared experiences, and a good dose of humor.
When: 12pm-1pm weekly in July + August
Where: Virtual
Cost: $300 for all 6 sessions
Increased Emotional Regulation: Dads develop tools to handle stress, frustration, and other overwhelming emotions.
Improved Coping Skills: Dads learn techniques for navigating the challenges of parenthood with resilience. Gain strategies to manage worries about parenting, work-life balance, and family responsibilities.
Building a Support Network: Dads connect with other men navigating similar challenges, reducing feelings of isolation.
Sharing Resources and Tips: Group members exchange advice and tools that have worked for them.
Normalizing the Parenting Experience: Dads gain reassurance that their struggles and feelings are common and valid.
Establishing Healthy Boundaries: Dads learn strategies to balance work responsibilities with family time.
Reevaluating Priorities: Participants gain clarity on how to focus on what matters most to them.
You’re a new dad looking for a community of people in the same boat.
You feel like you have 1,000 questions and no one to ask.
You want to learn how to support your partner while taking care of yourself.
You’re ready to embrace being a dad without losing sight of you.