Dads, kids and grandfathers gathered at The Works to connect, walk, and talk about parenting challenges.
ATLANTA — More than 150 dads and their children came together Saturday morning for a walk focused on mental health and community connection.
The event took place at The Works on Atlanta’s Upper Westside. It was hosted by the Daddy Stroller Social Club (DSSC) — a growing national group that creates space for fathers to bond and support one another through shared walks and open conversations.
The Atlanta chapter, launched in May, held its first walk in July. Saturday marked its largest turnout yet.
“We have kids from ages 0 all the way to 12 right now. We also have grandfathers who are out here,” said Myer Krah, who leads the Atlanta chapter of DSSC. “This is just a chance to meet, talk about the trials and the tribulations of fatherhood, the easy, the hard, the joys and everything in the middle.”
The group also aims to raise awareness about mental health struggles in fathers, including postpartum depression — an often-overlooked issue.
“You don’t really see this often,” said one participant. “Most of the time it’s women with their children. So men coming together doing this — it’s a great thing. I love it.”
Another father said, “This is definitely a good thing for dads… to kind of get out, be around each other, trade ideas, stories… and get in tune with each other.”
DSSC hosts monthly meetups and is active in 12 U.S. cities. Events typically include:
- Light stroller-friendly walks
- Peer conversations on parenting
- Community building and support
To learn more or join the next walk, visit daddystrollersocialclub.com.