Dads Unlimited - "Helping you grow as a Father"

(Programs for dads in the Fox Valley and Oshkosh, brought to you by Parent Connection)

Parent Connection offers programs designed specifically for new and expectant fathers in the Fox Cities and Oshkosh. All programs are taught by experienced dads with offerings such as:

Baby Basics Classes
A free, three-hour class for new and expectant fathers to discuss and practice the skills needed to nurture and care for their babies. Based on the Conscious Fathering™ curriculum, the program provides hands-on training in a comfortable setting using life-size dolls. Participants learn how to handle, feed, burp, change, clean and calm their newborn infant. Discussions include what to expect in upcoming months and how to enhance dad’s relationship with the baby’s mother. Register for either location below by contacting ThedaCare at 920-830-6877 or www.thedacare.org.
Fox Valley: 3rd Monday of odd months, 6:00 - 9:00 pm at Family Services, 1810 Appleton Road in Menasha.
Oshkosh: 3rd Monday of even months, 6:00 - 9:00 pm at Family Services, 36 Broad Street in Oshkosh.

Let's Play Together
Let's Play Together is a free, interactive social time for dads to play and interact with their child(ren) in a comfortable play environment. Dads receive informational handouts, access to free children’s books, and can participate in informal discussions on fatherhood while spending quality play time with their child(ren). The group is available to any dad and their young children, ages infant to five years. Grandfathers and other male caregivers are also encouraged to attend.
Fox Valley: 2nd Thursday of each month, 5:30 - 7:00 pm at Valley Baptist Church, 3600 N Chippewa Street in Appleton. For more information or to register, call 920-739-4226 ext. 108.

Dads & Kids Sports Spectacular
An annual family fun event for kids and their dads, uncles, grandpas, etc. Held each year in March.

Single Parent Father's Group
A free support group for single, divorced and never married fathers. Held the 4th Tuesday of every month from 6:00 - 8:00 pm at The Family Church, 2318 American Drive in Neenah. Register by contacting Tom at tjensen@familyservicesnew.org or Kelly at 920-233-6630 ext. 107.