Download or read book Be Prepared written by Gary Greenberg and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2008-06-16 with total page 239 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An indispensable survival manual for men entering the trenches of fatherhood, Be Prepared is loaded with one-of-a-kind insights, MacGyver-esque tips and tricks, and no-nonsense advice for mastering the first year as a dad. Finally, a book that teaches men all the things they really need to know about fatherhood...including how to: -Change a baby at a packed sports stadium -Create a decoy drawer full of old wallets, remote controls, and cell phones to throw baby off the scent of your real gear -Stay awake (or at least upright) at work -Babyproof a hotel room in four minutes flat -Construct an emergency diaper out of a towel, a sock, and duct tape Packed with helpful diagrams and detailed instructions, and delivered with a wry sense of humor, Be Prepared is the ultimate guide for sleep-deprived, applesauce-covered fathers everywhere.

Download or read book The Ultimate Baby Book for New Dads written by Roy Benaroch and published by Rockridge Press. This book was released on 2021-06-22 with total page 208 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The baby owner's manual to help new dads succeed Covering everything from burping and naptime to filing for paternity leave and setting up a safe play area, this is the complete survival manual for first-time dads. Discover more than 100 things dads can do to help their baby--and their partner--thrive in the first year. Go beyond other books for new dads with: Up-to-date advice--Written by an experienced pediatrician and featuring the most modern, evidence-based info available, this guide is everything books for new dads should be. From birth to 12 months--Divided into easy-to-skim sections, this book makes it simple for new dads to find out what they need to do at every stage of baby's development. A positive outlook--Let this standout in books for new dads bring a little good humor to parenthood and help keep things upbeat through sleepless nights and messy diapers. This top choice in books for new dads offers all the info needed to take great care of that new little person at home.

Download or read book The Birth Guy s Go To Guide for New Dads written by Brian W. Salmon and published by New Harbinger Publications. This book was released on 2019-02-02 with total page 206 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A must-have baby shower gift for expectant dads! In this one-of-a-kind guide, dad, doula, and certified lactation counselor Brian Salmon and perinatal mental health and relationship expert Kirsten Brunner offer practical, modern-day survival tips for expectant dads and birth partners. Gone are the days when fathers would nervously pace the waiting room while their partners gave birth. Dads are participating in childbirth now more than ever before. However, if you’re like many men, you may feel unprepared, uncomfortable, or even unwelcome in the birth room. For you, this book offers battle-tested tips to help you get in the game and prepare for one of the most incredible adventures of your life. Based on the author’s Rocking Dadschildbirth course, this book will teach you everything you need to know about supporting your partner through birth, breastfeeding, and beyond. In this guide, you’ll discover pointers and advice you won’t find in any other childbirth or breastfeeding guide, including: A list of items to pack for the hospital that will help mom’s labor go more smoothly Stealth communication skills that you can utilize during early labor to support mom and keep her in a positive state of mind How to write a birth plan that the labor and delivery nurses will actually pay attention to What to say and do—and what not to say and do—when mom is in active labor and feeling all the feelings A detailed account of what to expect in the delivery room as a birth partner, and how to navigate the unknown terrains when things don’t go as planned How to help mom achieve proper nipple latch when she attempts breastfeeding for the first time Finally, and perhaps most importantly, you’ll find tips for maintaining a strong relationship with your partner before, during, and after the birth so that you feel closer than ever when you launch into the wild yet wonderful world of parenthood.

Download or read book We re Parents the New Dad Book for Baby s First Year written by Adrian Kulp and published by Rockridge Press. This book was released on 2019-08-06 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A new dad's guide, from birth day to birthday. The pregnancy's over and the baby's here...what's a dad supposed to do? Put your other new dad books away--We're Parents! is going to help you be the best dad (and partner) you can be. Wondering how to burp your newborn? Not sure how to get them to try solids? Desperate to get them to sleep? Adrian Kulp (a four-time dad himself) offers fast, fun, and easy-to-digest advice that other new dad books don't, making it simple for you to step up and do your part as a brand-new dad. Go beyond most new dad books: Supportive and helpful--Get the scoop on what it's like to be a father from someone who's been there and knows exactly what you need to hear. Quick advice--Key childcare tips are broken into short, convenient guides--unlike other new dad books, there's no reading an entire textbook just to change a diaper. The big moments--Track your baby's development at a glance with charts that lay out the most important milestones in one place. Who needs other new dad books when you have the expert guidance of We're Parents! at hand?

Download or read book The Newborn Handbook written by Dr Smita Malhotra and published by Rockridge Press. This book was released on 2020-08-04 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A practical weekly handbook for the first 3 months of parenthood--from a pediatrician and parent The saying "babies don't come with a manual" may be true--but newborn books are a good place to start. Parenting is a process of phases and milestones, and newborn books are invaluable. Each new stage, as important as the last, serves as a building process for years of parental education and care. The Newborn Handbook will gently and sequentially lead you through each week of caring for a newborn in the first three months--the weeks and months that can be both exhilarating as well as nerve-racking. From how to prepare your home prior to baby's arrival, to both parents' contributions to the stages of early development, this standout in newborn books prepares you for all of the challenging situations to come. This is not just a biological mother's physical prep; it's a trustworthy source of bottom-line, practical information as you navigate each new and exciting day. Go beyond other newborn books with: Baby steps--Each chapter follows your baby's age sequentially, so you can intuitively follow along in each growth stage. All parents included--This inclusive book is filled with practical advice for all parents and caregivers--even non-biological. Helpful resources--Discover helpful references and resources section in the back with some great additional information. When it comes to newborn books, let The Newborn Handbook be your "manual" to successfully starting parenthood.

Download or read book Commando Dad New Recruits written by Neil Sinclair and published by Chronicle Books. This book was released on 2015-12-08 with total page 194 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The author of Commando Dad: Basic Training returns with this essential guide for expecting fathers as they prepare for “deployment day.” This essential guide to pregnancy offers new dads-to-be everything they need to know in the run-up to birth. Lightheartedly presented in the form of an army training manual, Commando Dad: New Recruits presents month-by-month overviews of the baby’s development, the lowdown on pregnancy symptoms, tips for supporting the mom-to-be, a guide to prenatal care, and what to expect during labor and beyond. With expert advice, easy-to-follow information, and commentary from other first-time fathers, it’s the go-to reference for the dad-to-be who wants to prepare himself—mentally, physically, and emotionally—for the arrival of his new recruit.

Download or read book A Man s Guide to Newborn Babies written by Anthony Kim and published by . This book was released on 2017-04-26 with total page 151 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: What every father ought to know is now packed into this essential guide to the first six months of a newborn baby's life. Go beyond merely surviving the newborn baby stage--aim for a thriving new life when baby arrives! This guide goes over the critical elements towards taking care of all three people in your family: yourself, your wife, and your newborn. Happy, well-rested, and calm parents make for a happy, well-rested, and calm baby in a synergistic upward spiral. Now you can build a family you can be proud of. The information in this book is an indispensable investment in your time, energy, and emotional connection with your new family.

Download or read book The New Dad s Playbook written by Benjamin Watson and published by Baker Books. This book was released on 2017-05-02 with total page 208 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: When it comes to the unknown territory of having a baby, moms-to-be have nearly unending resources to plan and execute a healthy pregnancy and navigate those first months and years as a parent with confidence. New dads? Not so much. They want to get in the game too, but, says Super Bowl champion Benjamin Watson, "I could find clearer direction for putting together a baby swing than for taking care of a newborn child." The New Dad's Playbook is every man's game plan to being the best partner and the best father, from pre-season (preparing for fatherhood) to Super Bowl (birth) to post-season (after baby is home). It helps men understand what their wives are going through physically and emotionally during and after pregnancy, allowing them to support their most important teammate. It tells men what to expect when their baby is home--and what to do when the unexpected happens. This tell-it-like-it-is book will take men from just winging it to winning it.

Download or read book The New Dad Survival Handbook written by Cheryl Caldwell and published by National Geographic Books. This book was released on 2018-04-24 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A clever take on all things baby 101, will have you outright laughing as you attempt to bathe, feed, and provide comfort to your newborn. This survival guide for dads is everything parents have secretly thought but hesitated to say with its hilarity and no-boundaries approach to live out loud and brighten your day.

Download or read book The New Dad s Survival Guide written by Scott Mactavish and published by Little, Brown. This book was released on 2007-09-03 with total page 148 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Fatherhood demystified! Finally: a manual for new dads that deciphers the immensely confusing world of fatherhood and gives crucial tips and advice from a man's point of view. No psychobabble, no warm fuzzies -- just a hilarious (and surprisingly practical) military-style guide to surviving and thriving through even the queasiest moments of pregnancy, birth, and babyhood. Seasoned father and master infant-tamer Scott Mactavish breaks the Baby Code down and lays it out in straight-up guyspeak. The New Dad's Survival Guide includes declassified information on such topics as: Cutting the Cord: The Moment of Truth Feeding and Cleaning the NFU (New Family Unit) Surviving Sleep Deprivation Relieving Stress Without Booze The Great Boob Irony Pee, Poo, Hurl, and Snot: Getting Used to the Bodily Functions Critical Survival Tips Never Before Revealed Sex: Let the Games Begin Again...Finally Dozens of Essential Terms Defined, Including Binky, Onesie, Diaper Genie, Passy, and Sippy Cup Grab your boots and strap on your helmet! The babies are coming!

Download or read book The New Father written by Armin A. Brott and published by ReadHowYouWant. This book was released on 2011-04 with total page 564 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: How can you become an effective, involved father when you see your baby only briefly after work? What is the best way to start saving for your child's college education? The answers to these questions and hundreds more are found on the pages of this easy-to-follow, information-packed volume. Author Armin Brott devotes a chapter to each month of the first year. In each chapter he charts the physical, intellectual, verbal, and emotional changes the child is going through, and examines the emotional and psychological development the father may experience. He also covers such general parenting issues as coping with crying, finding quality child care, and understanding changes in the relationship with one's partner. This new edition features the latest research on many topics, from what's going on at the hospital right after childbirth to what a dad can do when his partner is having trouble breastfeeding, to advice for dads in the military and others who are separated from their kids. More information on preemies, twins, and triplets has been added, along with advice for divorced and renewed dads. The resources section and bibliography are considerably expanded. Illustrated throughout with New Yorker-style cartoons that underscore the joys and woes of parenting, The New Father is an essential sourcebook for every dad. It is sure to give moms fresh insights as well.

Download or read book We re Pregnant the First Time Dad s Pregnancy Handbook written by Adrian Kulp and published by Rockridge Press. This book was released on 2018-04-24 with total page 292 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Being a great first-time dad doesn't mean being perfect. It means having the tools you need to be a supportive partner during and after pregnancy--which is exactly what We're Pregnant! The First-Time Dad's Pregnancy Handbook is all about. From heartburn and headaches to birth and breastfeeding, We're Pregnant! features practical, action-oriented pregnancy advice from the author of the Dad or Alive blog, Adrian Kulp, a (once clueless) dad who's been there and done that--three times, in fact!

Download or read book A Dude s Guide to Babies written by Richard Jones and published by Sellers Publishing. This book was released on 2013 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A Dude's Guide to Babies: The New Dad's Playbook is a fun user's manual for every dude who's sweating all the small and big stuff about bringing up his little dude or dudette. With seven children between them (and wives who helped somewhere in there ) Richard Jones and Barry Robert Ozer share straight talk, practical advice, and personal experiences (their own and those of other dads) to ease the stress about cleaning, feeding, and playing with your newborn, as well as keeping him or her safe, happy, and not in need of too much therapy. This guide reveals what to do in the delivery room ( Houston, We Have Splashdown ), how to baby-proof your home without going over-the-top, the inside scoop on poop, questions to ask the doctor for a well-child visit, and it also includes Pop's Quizzes so dudes can test their Dad-fu (think Kung-fu only with more diapers and fewer mystical quests).The funny, short chapters will keep new Dads interested as well as allow them time to catch a few minutes of the game before the baby wakes up. This is the must-have book that tells what to really expect after all those months of expecting...and how to thrive (and not just survive) as a new dad.

Download or read book First Time Dad written by Steven Bell and published by . This book was released on 2020-07-06 with total page 100 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Are You Going To Become A Dad For The First Time? Congratulations! Learn All You Need To Know With This Practical Guide. If you are going to become a dad for the first time then you need to prepare yourself for that job. What better way to do that than with this amazing book in your hands. Fatherhood can be very demanding. You can surely expect some sleepless nights and smelly diapers. But you can make it easier for yourself. This book will prepare you for every scenario, and you will always know what to do. Find out what to expect from the moment you find out that your SO is pregnant. Starting with the stuff she will need to birth a healthy beautiful baby. Like what foods are best for her, what medical exams she will need, and everything else you should do to make it easier for her. Baby is born, what now? Don't worry, this book will especially help you with that part. Discover the best ways to care for your newborn. Learn how to make a longterm plan for the future. Changes happen fast, and you will learn how to quickly adapt to them. Discover how to keep and improve romance with your SO. With this incredible guide in your hands, you will make fatherhood look like a piece of cake. You will be doing everything right, and you won't even break a sweat! Here's what you can find in this incredible guide: Positive pregnancy test! What now? Learn what to expect while you are expecting, and how to prepare yourself for parenthood. Baby is coming! Find out how to take care of your SO during pregnancy and through delivery. Baby is here! Discover the best ways to take care of your newborn, and prepare yourself for every scenario there is. Aftercare?! When everything is done, find out how to rekindle the flame of romance and keep everything going smoothly.

Download or read book Newborn Handbook for New Dads written by Roy Benaroch and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2024-04-02 with total page 131 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The ultimate guide to caring for your newborn—written especially for dads by a pediatrician and father Congratulations on your new baby, dad! The next few months will come with a lot of joy, a lot of changes, and a lot to learn—and this book for first-time fathers is here to help. Written by a dad and pediatrician, it's filled with supportive and straightforward advice especially for dads. It's your one-stop resource for everything from birth and basic newborn care to baby-proofing your home, discovering your parenting style, and being there for your partner. Get the new dad's survival guide that includes: Your baby's arrival—Start with guidance for creating a birth plan, choosing a pediatrician, arranging for childcare, and other essential steps you'll want to complete before the baby comes. Ways to navigate your feelings—Becoming a dad is a big deal—and this new dad book can help you come to terms with your pride and excitement, as well as your fears, anxieties, and stress. A focus on the newborn stage—Get detailed information on the growth and developmental milestones you should look out for during the first week, and each month until your baby is 3 months old. Essential answers and advice—How exactly do you dress a tiny baby? Change their diaper? Put them to sleep? This all-in-one handbook for the expectant father has you covered! Grab the Newborn Handbook for New Dads and navigate the first steps of parenthood with confidence!

Download or read book Newborn Handbook for New Dads written by Roy Benaroch and published by Sourcebooks, Inc.. This book was released on 2024-04-02 with total page 121 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The ultimate guide to caring for your newborn—written especially for dads by a pediatrician and father Congratulations on your new baby, dad! The next few months will come with a lot of joy, a lot of changes, and a lot to learn—and this book for first-time fathers is here to help. Written by a dad and pediatrician, it's filled with supportive and straightforward advice especially for dads. It's your one-stop resource for everything from birth and basic newborn care to baby-proofing your home, discovering your parenting style, and being there for your partner. Get the new dad's survival guide that includes: Your baby's arrival—Start with guidance for creating a birth plan, choosing a pediatrician, arranging for childcare, and other essential steps you'll want to complete before the baby comes. Ways to navigate your feelings—Becoming a dad is a big deal—and this new dad book can help you come to terms with your pride and excitement, as well as your fears, anxieties, and stress. A focus on the newborn stage—Get detailed information on the growth and developmental milestones you should look out for during the first week, and each month until your baby is 3 months old. Essential answers and advice—How exactly do you dress a tiny baby? Change their diaper? Put them to sleep? This all-in-one handbook for the expectant father has you covered! Grab the Newborn Handbook for New Dads and navigate the first steps of parenthood with confidence!

Download or read book The New Father A Dad s Guide to the First Year Third Edition The New Father written by Armin A. Brott and published by WW Norton. This book was released on 2013-09-03 with total page 336 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An indispensable handbook on all aspects of fatherhood during the first 12 months, by the author of The Expectant Father. The essential handbook for all things first-year father is now fully updated and revised. Not only will new dads get a month-by-month guide to their baby’s development, men reading The New Father will learn how they change, grow, and develop over the first twelve months of fatherhood. In each chapter, Brott focuses on What’s Going On with the Baby; What You’re Going Through; What’s Going On with Your Partner; You and Your Baby; Family Matters; and more. The latest research, as well as time-honored wisdom--and humor, thanks to New Yorker cartoons and Brott’s light touch--make The New Father indispensible for the modern father who doesn’t want to miss a moment of his child’s first year. What’s new? ? How technology is changing fatherhood ? Changing definitions of fatherhood ? Changes in the way society deals with dads?from changing tables in public men’s rooms to workplace flexibility ? Research proving that a father’s love is just as important as a mother’s ? How being an involved dad rewires a man’s brain ? How changes in women’s roles in the family affect dads and their roles ? Special concerns for: young dads, older dads, at-home dads, unmarried dads, dads in same-sex couples, dads in blended families, dads of kids with special needs, and men who became dads with the help of technology ? The special impact dads have on girls and boys ? Specific strategies dads can use to get?and stay?involved in their children’s lives ? Updated resources for new fathers Not to mention new research and information on: ? How to understand what your baby is telling you ? Babies’ amazing abilities ? Baby massage--they love it! ? The latest on vaccinations and healthcare ? And much, much more