From preconception health to your baby's first 3 months — everything you need to be the most prepared, most present dad in the room. Built from real research and real experience.
Preconception preparation is almost always aimed at women. The science says that's only half the equation — and it might be the half that's costing you.
Every lifestyle choice you make right now is being encoded into the sperm that will — or won't — fertilize your partner's egg. You have a 74-day window to directly improve those odds.
Oxidative stress from poor nutrition, sleep deprivation, and chronic cortisol doesn't just affect how you feel — it causes DNA fragmentation in sperm cells. This is measurable, and it's reversible.
Your doctor runs bloodwork. Your partner buys prenatal vitamins. Nobody hands you a protocol for what you should actually be doing to show up as the healthiest version of yourself.
Male factor infertility contributes to roughly half of all conception difficulties — yet men receive almost none of the preconception guidance that women do. This isn't about blame. It's about information.
The Papa in Progress protocol exists because I needed it, couldn't find it, and built it myself.
* Levine et al., 2017. Human Reproduction Update.
When my wife and I started trying to conceive, I did what most dads do: I showed up supportively, took her to appointments, and assumed my job was to be emotionally present. I had no idea my biology was just as much in play as hers.
A fertility specialist appointment changed everything. The research I fell into after that appointment led me down a two-year rabbit hole of reproductive biology, nutrition science, endocrinology, and epigenetics. This course is what I built from that research — for every dad who, like me, never got the memo.
Science-based courses and guides built from first-hand experience — for every stage of the dad journey.
25-page quick-start guide: nutrition blueprint, clean supplement stack, lifestyle quick wins, and a 30-day action plan. Start today.
7 modules covering sperm biology, nutrition, lifestyle, environment, partnership, timing, and a complete 90-day protocol. The full picture.
Everything in the PDF guide plus the full 7-module course. Use the PDF as your offline companion while working through the course.
9 modules covering all three trimesters — prenatal nutrition, bonding, screening, birth team, birth plan, and the moments nobody prepares you for. Science-backed. Personally lived.
Your complete playbook for the day of birth — from early labor at home to going home with your baby. Covers both natural and c-section tracks.
The 9 Months course plus The Birth Day Guide — everything you need from positive test to holding your baby. Saves $17 vs buying separately.
6 modules on touch, movement, sensory stimulation, language, and autonomous play. A science-backed protocol for your baby's most critical developmental window.
Medical Disclaimer: The information provided by Papa in Progress is for educational purposes only. It does not constitute medical advice and is not intended to replace consultation with a qualified healthcare provider. Always consult your physician before making changes to your health regimen. Results vary between individuals.
I thought I was doing everything right. Turns out I was eating foods that were actively working against us. Three months after applying the nutrition protocol, our semen analysis numbers had improved significantly. The research citations alone are worth the price.— Miguel, 34. Dad of 1. Tried for 14 months.
"The partnership module hit different. I was so focused on the biology that I forgot we were doing this together. Ramiro's writing is honest in a way most fertility content isn't."
James, 38 · First-time dad, currently expecting"The specificity of the supplement stack — especially the methylfolate vs folic acid distinction — is the kind of detail most guides miss entirely."
Andre, 32 · Currently in 90-day protocolAfter purchase you'll receive an email with a magic link to access the course platform. Everything is text and images — designed to be read at your own pace, no video required. Works on your phone, tablet, or laptop. Lifetime access means you can return to any lesson anytime, forever.
No — and that's the point. The library covers the full arc: preconception health, the 9 months of pregnancy, the birth day, and the first 3 months with your baby. Start wherever you are right now. If you're planning ahead, start early. If you're already expecting, jump in. Each product stands on its own.
No — I'm a dad who went deep into the research, not a clinician. Every claim is sourced from peer-reviewed science and cited throughout. This is educational content designed to help you have better, more informed conversations with your own healthcare provider — not to replace one. When in doubt, always work with your doctor or midwife alongside what you learn here.
All online courses come with a 30-day money-back guarantee — no questions asked. If you go through the material and don't find it valuable, email hello@papainprogress.com within 30 days and you'll get a full refund. PDF guides are instant digital downloads and are not eligible for refunds, but they're priced at $27 for exactly that reason.
A PDF guide is a condensed, printable reference — the essential information distilled into something you can read once and return to quickly. A course is a structured deep-dive: multiple modules, each building on the last, with science, personal stories, and actionable steps for each stage. Both are valuable; they serve different needs and complement each other well.
Yes — the course platform is fully responsive and works on any device. No app to install, no special software. Read during a commute, a lunch break, or late at night when the house is quiet. Your progress is saved and synced across devices so you can pick up exactly where you left off.
Bundles are available for the products that pair best together — the Preconception Bundle (PDF + Course) and the Pregnancy & Birth Bundle (course + guide) both save $17 vs buying separately. If you'd like a custom combination, email hello@papainprogress.com and we'll work something out.
Go through any course. If you don't feel like it was worth every dollar, email me within 30 days and I'll refund you in full — no forms, no hassle, no questions asked. I built these because I believe in them, and I want you to feel zero risk in trying.
PDF guides are instant digital downloads and are not eligible for refunds — but they're priced at $27 for exactly that reason.
Browse the Library — Risk Free →Science-backed. Personally lived. Written for the dad who wants to show up fully.