How I Beat Burnout and Found My Energy Again: A Dad’s Journey to Wellness

Becoming a father changed everything—but not in the way I expected.

I’m a 40-year-old dad, pharmacist, and wellness enthusiast. But before I built Dad Up™ , I was just a tired, overwhelmed parent trying to get through each day. For nearly 8 years after my daughter was born, I silently struggled with something I never saw coming: constant stress, anxiety, brain fog, and a complete lack of energy.

The Breaking Point

By the time COVID hit, I realized I wasn’t showing up as the dad I wanted to be. I had dreams of being the kind of father who could play, engage, and lead with presence -but instead, I was running on fumes.

That’s when I made a decision: I had to take control of my health—mentally and physically.

The Wellness Turnaround

I started by diving deep into my own expertise. As a pharmacist with 6 years of experience in the supplement industry, I already understood the science. But I approached it this time not as a professional, but as a dad on a mission.

I researched everything:

• Vitamins that supported daily energy

• Herbs that helped reduce cortisol and anxiety

• Cognitive nutrients that supported focus and mental clarity

• Safe, natural solutions to sleep better and recover faster

What followed was a long period of trial and error. I tried countless supplements, refined dosages, eliminated what didn’t work, and kept what did. Slowly, I began to rebuild my energy. My brain fog lifted. I had the stamina to be present for my kids—and not just present, but engaged.

From Survival Mode to Superdad

Today, I feel sharper and more energized than I did in my 30s. More importantly, I’m the dad my kids need—one who can show up with clarity, calm, and focus every day.

That experience led me to create Dad Up™ : a wellness premium brand made for dads like me (and maybe like you). Every product I’ve designed is rooted in clinical research, safety, and real-world effectiveness. Because no dad should have to guess what works — or settle for supplements not made with him in mind.

Why Dad Up™ ?

Dad Up™  isn’t just about supplements. It’s a mindset. A commitment to ourselves, so we can give our best to our families.

I built DadUp to help modern fathers:

• Manage stress without feeling sedated

• Sleep better and wake up energized

• Think clearly, feel focused, and stay sharp

• Reclaim energy to keep up with kids—and life

If you’ve ever felt like you're running on empty, know that you’re not alone — and that there’s a smarter way forward.

Ready to Feel Like Yourself Again?

Explore our formulas made by a dad, for dads—because we deserve wellness that works as hard as we do.