
The Ultimate Guide for First-Time Dads
Supporting Your Partner, Baby Care, and Bonding While Finding Balance as a New Father
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Jordan Casey
About this listen
Introducing 'The Ultimate Guide for First-Time Dads'
In this comprehensive handbook, here's a glimpse into what you will discover:
- Why the right emotional support is key and how you can provide it to your partner during pregnancy and post-baby.
- The 5 things you MUST know about labor and delivery to be a supportive partner.
- How to support your partner and create a postpartum game plan that benefits both of you.
- Essential diaper-changing techniques that guarantee a fuss-free experience.
- A science-backed guide to understanding and responding to your baby’s cues.
- The importance of bonding with your baby and tested methods to strengthen your connection.
- Decoding infant sleep cycles and methods to establish a healthy sleeping routine.
- The key elements of a bedtime routine.
- Building blocks to craft your own dynamic Dad routine that works even when things go south.
- Simple routine adjustments that maximize your time with your little one.
- Undeniable signs of postpartum depression in men and how to seek help.
- How to balance work, baby, wife, self-care, and sleep.
- Real-life anecdotes from dads who've been there and survived!
- The most effective ways to bond with your new
But, just like you, every new father has doubts:
"I've never cared for a baby before; I'm scared I'll do something wrong."
"I have a demanding job, and I fear I won't be able to spend quality time with my family."
This guide is about alleviating these fears. It will help you become the confident, loving, and capable father you were meant to be.
So, if you are committed to starting this exciting journey prepared and ready, then don't wait a moment longer. Scroll up and click the "Add to Cart" button now!
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- GrammyG
- 11-13-24
A Must-Have for New Dads Navigating Fatherhood
This book has been an incredible resource as I step into fatherhood. It covers everything from supporting my partner to bonding with our baby, all while helping me find balance in this new role. The advice is practical and easy to apply, making the transition smoother and less overwhelming. If you're a first-time dad looking for supportive and straightforward guidance, this guide is an excellent companion. Highly recommend for any new father!
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- Ellie
- 11-23-24
Super Helpful for New Dads
This audiobook is full of great advice for first-time dads. It covers everything from helping your partner to figuring out baby care, and it’s all explained in a way that feels easy to follow. The tips on balancing work, family, and self-care were really useful, and I liked how it talked about bonding with your baby and understanding their needs. It’s a practical and reassuring guide that made me feel more confident about becoming a dad.
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- Natalie Myers
- 11-17-24
Embarking on Fatherhood with Confidence
Jordan Casey's insights provide a comprehensive plan, Empowering men to be the best father they can.
Anticipating the journey of fatherhood ahead, This guide equips them with knowledge to tread.
From supporting one's partner during labor's start, To mastering diaper changes with a confident heart.
Understanding infant cues and sleep routines, Balancing work, self-care, and family scenes.
Yeah for Fatherhood and all it entails. Very encouraging!
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- Tam
- 11-11-24
Ultimate guide is correct!!
I loved this book! It really helps you connect and bond with your baby. It is so important to form these bonds while your baby is young and it’s a huge concern for not only dads but moms too. So happy to have found this book and I can’t wait to put what I have learned into action
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- Literary Wanderer
- 11-18-24
Great for First-Time Dads
As a new dad, I wasn’t sure what to expect, and this book helped me feel more prepared. It breaks things down in a way that’s easy to follow, with tips I could use right away. I especially appreciated the advice on supporting my partner—it gave me a better idea of what she’s going through and how I can help. It’s been a great resource to have during this huge life change.
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- JO Plumbing Inc.
- 11-11-24
Practical and helpful
Very practical for new dads. It will help them feel more confident caring for their baby, balancing their new routine, and being supportive of their wife with the new changes. Perfect for new dads not knowing where to start and feeling nervous about what's to come. It's sweet advice that will help you have a good relationship with your baby and adjust to your new life.
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- John K
- 11-17-24
A Lifeline for First-Time Dads
As a new dad, I felt completely unprepared, but this book gave me the confidence I needed. It’s practical, easy to follow, and answers so many of the questions I didn’t even know to ask. From handling those first diaper changes to understanding how to support my partner, it covers everything in a way that’s relatable and helpful. I loved how it made the whole experience feel less overwhelming. I highly recommend it to any first-time dad looking for guidance!
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- Anonymous User
- 11-20-24
Practical, Supportive and Insightful
This audiobook is honestly such a valuable resource for new dads. Considering the never-ending challenges, ups and downs, and absolute joy, there is always something new to navigate. This book provides advice, real-life examples, step-by-step strategies and tips, and adds in the much-needed humour that every parent needs to navigate parenthood in all its glory. Highly recommended to new dad--it'll give you that burst of confidence that'll help every journey.
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- Melissa
- 11-12-24
The BEST parenting book for first time parents
This guide helps out with EVERYTHING !!!
It’s the best and most helpful parenting book I’ve ever read, not only does it help first time dads, but it helps with relationships and daily tasks along the way. From pregnancy, to after your child is born. It describes how to take care of your baby. And how to build a relationship and a close bond with your baby, while maintaining your relationship with your partner.
#Relatable
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- Avid Reader
- 11-14-24
A Lifesaver for First-Time Dads Like My Hubby!
He didn’t know where to start as a new dad, and this book was exactly what he needed. It breaks down everything from helping me during pregnancy to practical tips on bonding with my baby and handling those first diaper changes. It even covers how to balance work, family, and self-care. I feel way more confident in his preparation to be the best dad he can be after listening to this book together. Highly recommend for any new dads out there!
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