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Dad Camp
Overview
Dad Camp is a docureality show that attempts to transform six irresponsible soon-to-be dads into respectable fathers. Young, unprepared fathers-to-be are asked to embrace their looming responsibility as a parent before it's too late. With their pregnant girlfriends by their sides, the guys move into the same house to face a variety of tough, progressive lessons in parenting, honesty and maturity developed by clinical psychologist and relationship expert Dr. Jeff Gardere. Once the therapy is complete, each girlfriend decides if her relationship is worth saving or if she wants to raise her child alone.
Status
Canceled
Created By
Michael Krupat, Chris Wylde
Network
VH1
Seasons & Episodes
Season 1
The couples are: Elliott & Tiffany, Aaron & Shell, Wes & Cheryl, Austin & Candace, Donta & Briana, and Brian & Christina.
Episodes
Wake Up Call
6 pregnant women and their immature boyfriends enter Dr. Jeff's program where he turns selfish boys into responsible fathers.
Pair of Pants
Sacrificing for their unborn children tests the guys' commitment and limits. Donta and Bri have an explosive fight.
Sleepless Nights
The guys' are tested taking care of fake screaming babies all night long.
Breaking the Cycle
The dads-to-be open up about their childhoods,' Wes and Brian confront their dads. The guys act as mentors and spend the day with fatherless kids.
Babies, Blowups and a Breakup
At the halfway point in the program, the dads-to-be put their practical parenting skills to the test. Austin's immaturity leaves Candace questioning whether he is ready to be a dad.
Let's Talk about Sex
Dr. Jeff assigns the guys' romantic date night to show the ladies some appreciation for carrying their babies; one couple has to leave the program.
Unfinished Business
Before the dads-to-be can complete Dr. Jeff's 30-day program, they need to take action on the unresolved issues they've left behind at home.
Man Enough
The women make the ultimate decision as to whether or not their boyfriends will be a part of their babies lives. One dad doesn't finish the program.
Reunion
It's four months after Dad Camp, and all the babies have been born. Dr. Jeff invites the couples back together for one final group therapy session and the guys reveal their triumphs and struggles with fatherhood.
Top Cast
Dr. Jeff Gardere
Self - Host
