A Guide for New Dads — Thriving Through the Transition to Fatherhood

On-Demand Class · Parenting

A supportive guide helping new dads manage stress, build connection, and thrive through the transition to fatherhood with confidence and balance.

Class Description

Becoming a dad changes everything — your routines, your relationships, and even how you see yourself. Happily Raised: A Guide for New Dads helps you navigate this powerful transition with confidence, clarity, and connection. In this class, you’ll explore how to manage new pressures, recognize signs of stress or depression, and build healthy coping habits. Learn practical strategies for balancing responsibilities, fostering emotional intimacy with your partner, and nurturing your own mental well-being. From understanding the “brakes and accelerators” of intimacy to mastering the art of “Heart Share” conversations, you’ll discover tools to strengthen your relationship, stay connected, and show up as the dad—and partner—you aspire to be.

Your Instructor

Cristina Gamarnik

Cristina Gamarnik is the founder of The Mommy Center and co-founder of Happily Raised. She is a mom to two boys. Before becoming a mom, she worked as an SLP in the schools and private clinics. After having her son, Cristina experienced the struggles of motherhood. Through her journey in counseling, spiritual and self-growth, she realized that her calling was to create a community for mothers who may be going through the same. She continued her education in mindfulness and became a certified Reiki practitioner and meditation teacher. She developed this community to be able to provide parents with the education and support so they can be the best parent, partner and person they desire to be.

Degrees and Certifications

A.A. in Child Development B.A. and M.A. in Communicative Disorders Licensed Speech and Language Pathologist Published Author of The Articulation & Phonology Video Assessment Tool Positive Discipline Educator

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