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Where I.M.P.A.C.T. Happens
You are welcome into a One-Stop-Space for Perinatal Resources, Educational Classes,
and Support from Dads just like you.
Learn about Birth
You're not just a bystander in the birth story – you're an essential part of it. The IMPACT Alliance understands that modern fathers want to be actively involved, informed, and empowered during the perinatal journey.
As a member of the DAD Network, you'll:
Access Parenting Resources
Be Able to Attend Workshops & Classes
Join Support Groups
Strengthen Your Village
Connect with Other Dads
"Being present isn't enough – we're here to be engaged, educated, and empowered partners in the perinatal journey.
Preparing for Fatherhood
Come into a Virtual Community Network of Experienced Fathers providing Education, Sharing their Stories, and Offering Support all in ONE space. You can view an events calendar, access resources, and talk to other dads like you!
Meet Our Founding Fathers
Visionaries who are revolutionizing perinatal care:
Together, we're creating a future where male involvement in perinatal care isn't just accepted – it's expected.
Joshua Liston- Zawadi is a proud Milwaukee native who prioritizes community, fatherhood and mental health. Josh celebrates the process of family and community building by using his platform and work to model how to be an intentional figure in the lives of their children. He is the Founder of Melinated Daddy and Dad Doula University.
Scott Mair is the Founder and Director of Fatherhood Solutions, a leading UK-based organisation dedicated to transforming the way fathers are supported through pregnancy, early parenthood, and beyond. A respected expert in father-inclusive practice, Scott brings over a decade of experience working at the intersection of mental health, early years development, and family policy.
Linos Muvhu is a Keynote Speaker, a global advocate for perinatal, paternal and child mental health. My interest in perinatal mental health spans over 20 years. He founded Society for Pre and Post Natal Services (SPANS), International Conference on Maternal Mental Health in Africa (ICAMMHA) and Society for Pre and Post Natal Services Vocational Training Institute.
Bam Platiau is a pregnancy, birth and postpartum doula and coach for fathers living in New York. Born in Caracas, raised in Venezuela and Aruba, Bam is also a Grammy award winning professional musician and educator. Bam specializes in working with dads in learning how to be truly present for their partners and babies through mindset shifts, knowledge and education.
Juan Irby is a distinguished birth and postpartum doula, as well as an esteemed new parent educator, renowned for his unwavering commitment to families and the journey of fatherhood. As the visionary founder of "Dad to Dudla," Juan's passion lies in providing essential support to parents during the transformative phases of pregnancy, birth, and early parenthood.
ONE PLACE FOR IT ALL
You can access resources, join a class or support group, engage with others all in one off-meta private platform.
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BUILT BY DADS FOR DADS
The Founding Fathers and IMPACT Alliance Members are Dads and Fathers who have been in your shoes, so they are offering their experiences and expertise collectively to support those who are going through it now.
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STRENGTHEN YOUR VILLAGE
All Parents need a village of support, men need it in a different way than women, so allow the PRCIA to be your brotherhood of support, strength and success.
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THE WHOLE JOURNEY
From being an Expecting Father to the Birth DAY and Beyond into Fatherhood, the DAD Network is here every step of the way!
We Welcome You to Join Us as We are Building the Foundations of this Network. Please Invite in Others as well!
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