Dad Camp

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  • 2010
  • 1 Season
  • 5.6  (23)

Dad Camp is a reality show that aired on VH1 in 2010. It starred Jeff Gardere, a clinical psychologist who offers guidance and support to young fathers who are struggling to parent their children. The show takes place at a remote location where the young fathers, along with their partners and children, are brought together for a challenging, life-changing experience.

The format of the show is similar to other reality shows such as The Bachelor and Survivor. The young fathers are put through a series of challenges and tasks designed to test their parenting skills and their ability to work together as a team. Each week, one couple is voted off the show based on their performance and their progress in becoming better parents.

The show focuses on the struggles and challenges faced by young fathers who are often unprepared for the responsibilities of parenthood. Many of the young fathers featured on the show come from troubled backgrounds and have never had a positive male role model in their lives. They struggle with issues such as addiction, unemployment, and relationship problems, which make it difficult for them to be good parents.

The role of Jeff Gardere on the show is to offer guidance and support to the young fathers. Gardere is a clinical psychologist with over 20 years of experience in the field. He provides the young fathers with counseling and advice on how to improve their parenting skills and overcome the obstacles they face.

Throughout the show, Gardere works closely with each couple, providing them with one-on-one counseling sessions and group therapy sessions. He also leads the young fathers through various exercises and challenges designed to help them develop the skills they need to be effective parents. These exercises include everything from changing diapers to cooking meals to playing with their children.

One of the unique aspects of the show is that it also focuses on the role of the young fathers' partners. The partners are often struggling with their own issues, such as postpartum depression, and are also in need of support and guidance. Gardere works with the partners to help them overcome their own challenges and become better parents themselves.

The show is designed to be both entertaining and educational. It provides viewers with a glimpse into the lives of young fathers who are struggling to raise their children. It also offers valuable insights into the challenges facing young parents and provides them with practical advice and guidance on how to overcome these challenges.

Overall, Dad Camp is a powerful and impactful show that highlights the struggles of young fathers and the importance of supporting them in their journey to become better parents. It is a must-watch for anyone interested in parenting or working with young families.

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Seasons
Reunion
9. Reunion
July 28, 2010
The Dads reunite to share who has taken on fatherhood and to discuss which couples have split since the show.
Man Enough
8. Man Enough
July 21, 2010
One dad falls short of finishing the program. Meanwhile, the girls contemplate the role the dad's will assume in their babies' lives.
Unfinished Business
7. Unfinished Business
July 14, 2010
The dads-to-be are forced to take care of unresolved issues at home.
Let's Talk About Sex
6. Let's Talk About Sex
July 7, 2010
The men are assigned to treat their ladies to a romantic evening to express their appreciation. One couple leaves the program.
Babies, Blowups and a Breakup
5. Babies, Blowups and a Breakup
June 30, 2010
The dads-to-be are half-way done with boot camp and are tested on their parenting skills.
Breaking the Cycle
4. Breaking the Cycle
June 21, 2010
The guys take a look at their childhoods, and some of the men confront their own fathers. Then thy become mentors for children without fathers.
Sleepless Nights
3. Sleepless Nights
June 14, 2010
The men have to take care of screaming simulated babies all night.
Pair of Pants
2. Pair of Pants
June 7, 2010
Willingness to sacrifice for their unborn children tests the men's commitment and limits.
Wake Up Call
1. Wake Up Call
May 31, 2010
Boyfriends of pregnant women try to become responsible fathers.
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  • Premiere Date
    May 31, 2010
  • IMDB Rating
    5.6  (23)