ABOUT

I come from a big family of six siblings, four of them younger than me. Two of them were a lot younger, so I got an early crash course in diapers, bottles, and toddler meltdowns. I still remember being a sophomore in high school when I found out my mom was pregnant again. Honestly, I was slightly embarrassed at first. But looking back, I realize how valuable that experience was. Helping out with my younger siblings gave me a glimpse of what fatherhood could be like. and I'm genuinely grateful for it.

Still, when I became a dad myself, it was a completely different story. This time, I was in the trenches instead of on the sidelines. The moment my wife and I walked out of the hospital with a brand new human in our arms, it hit me hard. I have to keep this tiny person alive. Even with all that experience, the weight of responsibility was overwhelming. And I couldn't help but wonder what it would be like for dads who have never even held a newborn.

That's why I created The Dad Academy. To help new and even experienced dads feel a little less terrified, a little more prepared, and a lot more supported. Whether you are expecting your first baby or holding your 4th newborn child for the first time, this is a place to learn, ask questions, and grow into the kind of father you want to be.

Welcome to The Dad Academy
-Xander, (Recovering First Time Dad)