Foundations of Fatherhood
Dads shouldn’t have to navigate parenthood alone. And when dads are supported, families thrive. That’s why we are offering 1:1 coaching, group support, and other digital tools — specifically created with fathers (and father figures) in mind.
Fatherhood brings joy, pressure, uncertainty, and big changes. So, whether you're a new dad, raising a growing child, or adjusting to a new phase of parenthood, BrightLife Kids is here to support.
Watch our Foundations of Fatherhood podcast trailer
In this upcoming three-part series, BrightLife Kids coaches AJ and Brando get together with three other dads to get honest about fatherhood. They cover things men rarely talk about out loud like loneliness, masculinity, mental health, and how hard it can be to make close friends as a busy dad. Real dads, real talk, and real tools you can use today.
The full three-episode series drops June 20–22 — Father’s Day weekend.
Watch the trailer below and be sure to subscribe to our Raised Bright by Brightline podcast on:
What does Foundations of Fatherhood include?
If you’re reading this, you probably know that BrightLife Kids offers free behavioral health coaching to California families with kids ages 0–12.
What you may not know is that the California Governor’s office recently created an executive order to address the mental health and well-being of boys and young men. In it, we learn that nearly one in four men under age 30 report having no close friends. That disconnection and isolation lead to silent suffering along with a higher risk of poor health, depression, and unemployment.
Many boys and young men grow up to be fathers and father figures, just like you. And while dads may not ask for help, they need just as much support as moms do — to raise healthy kids and break the cycle of loneliness.
Foundations of Fatherhood is our way of contributing to the support system for dads and father figures in California. We are offering:
Live, 1-to-1 video coaching for dads with kids of any age.
Group coaching and an online peer community for newer dads with kids ages 0–3 (coming soon). These two formats work together to build community and connect dads to others going through a similar stage.
A three-part podcast series featuring a diverse group of dads and open, honest conversation about parenting topics that matter.
Always confidential. Always 100% free. No insurance or referrals needed.
Live, 1-on-1 coaching for dads
Our goal is to support you and help you realize that no matter what parenting issue you’re struggling with, you’re not alone. During our 30-minute conversations, you’ll also develop practical tools for managing stress and strengthening your connections at home.
We’ll focus on learning to:
Respond instead of react
Build stronger connections with kids and partners
Improve communication and co-parenting
Grow confidence
Create parenting goals rooted in your values
Navigate tough behaviors with calm consistency
This program is supportive, judgment-free, and built for real life.
Group coaching and an online peer community for newer dads
We know parenting newborns and toddlers comes with its own challenges, so these programs were created specifically for dads of kids under age three.
Our expert coaches offer newer dads a safe space to connect, listen, learn from each other, and talk honestly with others who are going through the same parenting phase. Group coaching members will come away with:
A feeling of community with other dads going through similar things
Practical skills and approaches that new dads can start using right away
Stronger relationships with both kids and partners
More parenting confidence and more tools to rely upon
Sign ups open soon. If there’s a child under age three added to your account, the group coaching sign up information will show up as an option for you.
