7 Chapters Every First Time Dad Needs to Read


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Have first-time dad jitters? Here's how you can gain confidence and feel empowered to be the best partner and dad you can ever be. Are you expecting your first baby, but you have no idea how to prepare for this life-changing event? Are you anxious and doubtful about your ability to raise a healthy kid? Are you worried about how your partner feels during pregnancy, but you're not sure if you're doing the right thing to make her feel loved and supported? While the excitement of your first baby's arrival is one of the most wonderful things you can ever experience, it comes with doubts and insecurities. Even if you can't wait for the day you can hold your baby, you might still be having fears that you'll never be good enough for your child... that they won't bond with you and you'll get it all wrong. And you're worried that your partner might see you as a failure. But the fact that you're thinking about these things means that you care enough for your family - you want to prepare yourself so you can be the best partner and dad you can be. The closer you are to meeting your little one for the first time, the more you experience an emotional roller-coaster... and you feel like you're starting to panic a little bit. That's when this book comes in handy - while you can't make everything perfect, preparation can make a huge difference. That way, you'll be able to overcome fears and anxieties and gain the confidence to embrace the challenging but joyful experience of being a new parent. Inside, here's just a fraction of what you will discover: What you should know about pregnancy and parenthood (hint: you'll be surprised at the things you've never imagined you could do) 9 safe exercises during pregnancy -- and what activities to avoid A list of things to buy before your baby arrives What to expect and how to prepare for prenatal visits How to support your partner before, during, and after childbirth to make her feel loved and secure A guide to feeding your baby based on their age -- help them grow up strong and healthy! 5 sleep training methods -- know which one works for your infant to get the restful sleep you all deserve How to help your kid develop their mental well-being and manage emotions in a gentle way What not to say to your partner while recovering from childbirth (or it could leave a stain on your relationship) How often you should bathe your newborn -- and how to do it right Why you should take a childbirth class -- and 10 things to consider when choosing a baby preparation course How to spice up your intimate life after having a baby And much more. Even if the baby's grandparents are not around to help you out, this guide will empower you to apply the strategies on your own. Always keep in mind that you don't need to be perfect, as no one is. With love, patience, and dedication to your partner and your baby, you'll be able to get through all these challenges and become the best father you can be... all while keeping a strong and happy relationship with your partner.




The RJF Cookbook


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Everyone is a little bit different. What I need to eat in order to lose weight is different than you. In order to figure out a good calorie range to be at you can visit TDEECalculator.net and use the calculator within. For most individuals who are only training a few times a week and doing little cardio you can use the "Sedentary" option on this site & it'll put you at a great starting point! This way you have a good baseline to begin your weight loss journey and can adjust accordingly as you observe your bodily changes. Consistency is ultimately the key to success so stay the course and you will undoubtedly see results!




First Time Dad


Book Description

Perhaps the most powerful influence in the world is that of a dad on his child. Baseball gloves, dirty diapers, tiny little hands, first days of school, daddy-daughter dances, and learner's permits... and so much more! There's no way you can be ready for it all, but this is when you need to get a bit of a head start... First Time Dad by Focus on the Family ministry veteran (and father of 6) John Fuller lets you in on the stuff you really need to know... because in just a few months or weeks or days, your life is going to change--forever. Set good priorities. Break bad habits and/or family patterns. Recognize and recover from some common fathering mistakes. Know that your words have immense power. And learn how to cultivate a lasting parent-child relationship. So, instead of wondering "oh man, oh man, oh man... what am I going to do now?" for 9 months... read this short book (plus it's pretty fun too) and get excited! "Dad, your job is critical... And you can do it."




Stuff Every Dad Should Know


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A pocket-sized parenting guide for dads and dads-to-be, perfect as a gift. This handy little book is filled with all the fail-safe fatherhood tips and tricks a dad needs. From changing diapers and burping babies to building sand castles and hosting a sleepover party, this book is the perfect gift for everything from baby showers to Father’s Day. Chapters include: • How to Rid a Room of Monsters • How to Squelch a Temper Tantrum • How to Assign Chores • How to Discuss the Birds and the Bees • How to Save for College




The Expectant Dad's Handbook


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Becoming a dad can be a daunting time – especially when most pregnancy and parenting information is targeted towards women. This exciting new book, from a leading expert in working with expectant dads, doesn’t sideline or speak down to men. Instead it provides an array of targeted information to fully prepare men for their new roles – as both birth partners and fathers. The Expectant Dad’s Handbook is a one-stop guide for men on their path to fatherhood. It provides practical answers to all the questions on the mind of a dad-to-be – from what to expect at each stage of pregnancy to how to cope with any worries and fears about becoming a dad. It also reveals unique insights into a dad’s role during labour, showing key strategies for improving the birth. Both practical and accessible, this guide will provide all the information and advice fathers need for the journey ahead.




Be Prepared


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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.




The New Father


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Brott charts the physical, intellectual, verbal and emotional changes the child is going through, provides suggestions for activities suitable for each stage, and covers such issues as saving for a child's future and how to choose child care.




The Expectant Father


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The expectant father: facts, tips and advice for dads-to-be.




All Pro Dad


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From the president of Family First comes a journey that includes exclusive, one-on-one, in-depth interviews with approximately 20 well-recognized leaders who share their personal stories and wisdom on being an influential father.




Raising Men


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After Eric Davis spent over 16 years in the military, including a decade in the SEAL Teams, his family was more than used to his absence on deployments and secret missions that could obscure his whereabouts for months at a time. Without a father figure in his own life since the age of fifteen, Eric was desperate to maintain the bonds he’d fought so hard to forge when his children were young—particularly with his son, Jason, because he knew how difficult it was to face the challenge of becoming a man on one’s own. Unfortunately, Eric learned the hard way that Quality Time doesn’t always show up in Quantity Time. Facebook, television, phones, video games, school, jobs, friends—they all got in the way of a real, meaningful father-son relationship. It was time to take action. As a SEAL, Eric learned to innovate and push boundaries, allowing him to function at levels beyond what was expected, comfortable, ordinary, and even imaginable, and he knew that as a father he needed to do the same with his son. Meeting extreme with extreme was the only answer. Using a unique blend of discipline, leadership, adventure, and grace, Eric and his SEAL brothers will teach you how to connect, and reconnect, with your sons and learn how to raise real men—the Navy SEAL way.