Dads/Partners Support Group

About This Group

This virtual group meets weekly on Tuesdays at 6 PM ET and is facilitated by a licensed perinatal mental health clinician. It is a drop-in space for fathers, partners, non-birthing parents, and co-parents—who are supporting a loved one through the perinatal period. Whether your partner is navigating a Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorder (PMAD), or you're adjusting to your new role as a parent, this group is designed for you. You are not expected to attend weekly, but you are welcome to drop in as often as needed.

Discussion Topics

• Understanding PMADs and their impact on your partner—and you
• How to be a supportive partner while also caring for your own emotional well-being
• Communicating with compassion and confidence during high-stress periods
• Navigating identity shifts that come with new parenthood
• Balancing parenting roles, expectations, and the pressure of juggling it all
• Building and maintaining a strong co-parenting relationship
• Exploring your own mental health needs during this life transition

Is this Group Right for Me?

This group is for anyone who is the partner of a mother/birthing person—whether you're a first-time parent or already have children. If you're struggling with the transition to parenthood, unsure how to support your partner who may be experiencing a PMAD, or you’re noticing changes in your own emotional health, you’re not alone. This group offers a compassionate and inclusive space to connect, share, and learn from others going through similar challenges. Whether you're feeling isolated, overwhelmed, or simply want to be the best partner and parent you can be—this group is here for you.