The Heart Behind Dads Like Me
Hi, I'm Warrick. I'm a husband, a dad, and the founder of Dads Like Me.
I've survived a 30-minute cardiac arrest, multiple major surgeries, and years of chronic illness, pain, and medical trauma. I've also faced serious mental health challenges.
But above all, I'm a dad who wants to be there for his son.
I know the guilt of not being able to do more, the frustration of living in a body that won't cooperate, and the fear of letting your family down.
That's why I created Dads Like Me.
A place for fathers living with chronic illness, pain, disability, or mental health struggles to find honest stories, practical advice, and ways to stay connected with their children.
I'm not here to teach you how to be a better dad. I'm here to figure it out alongside you.
Because even on the days when all you can manage is five minutes with your child, those five minutes matter.
You matter.
Your presence matters.
Remember, you are not alone.
— Warrick
Founder, Dads Like Me
Our Mission
Illness Support
Helping dads navigate the heavy toll of chronic illness with dignity and strength.
Managing Pain
Providing strategies to remain present and engaged despite the distraction of chronic pain.
Adapting Lives
Supporting fathers as they navigate life-changing physical disability with practical tools.
Mental Well-being
Offering a safe space for honest conversations about identity, anxiety, and the fatherhood journey.
Fellow Dads, Walk With Us
You don’t have to navigate life’s toughest changes alone. Join a supportive network of fathers who truly understand the journey and are committed to remaining present for their families.
- Access to practical guides and flare-day recovery plans
- Honest conversations about identities beyond illness
- Dedicated support for staying connected with your children
Why Dads Like Me Exists
Dads Like Me grew from a personal journey of trying to remain a present father while navigating serious illness, chronic pain, and repeated medical treatment. I realized there was a significant gap between the information available about parenting and the realities of living with a changed body and identity. This platform exists to help fill that gap, providing a supportive space where fathers can find honest conversations, practical guidance, and the tools they need to stay connected to their children and themselves.
What Dads Like Me Is
Dads Like Me is a practical, evidence-informed platform for fathers navigating chronic illness, disability, and life-changing health events. We provide the tools and support needed to remain a present, valuable father regardless of physical limitations.
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Practical guidance for parenting through pain and disability.
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Emotional support and honest conversations about identity.
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Resources for maintaining connection when energy is low.
