Becoming a Dad: The First-Time Dad's Guide to Pregnancy Preparation (101 Tips For Expectant Dads)

Do you want to learn more about pregnancy and childbirth?

If you want answers, facts, and more thorough tips, just read on…

 

You may be worried about how your new baby is going to affect your life. You may also feel inadequately prepared for such a huge responsibility. 

 

Also, you're tired of spending hours surfing the internet to look for advice for expectant dads that will end with a mountain of contrasting advice and assumptions-based information, right?

 

Don't panic anymore! 

 

We have it all covered thanks to the close cooperation of midwives, parent coaches, psychologists, and other experts.

 

The results...

 

A step-by-step guide on pregnancy preparation based on real-life experiences from expectant dads (and moms) that will give you only proven tips and those that have been field-tested by hundreds of men, who were in the same place you now stand.

 

Why...

 

Because your role is as important as the mother and you need to be prepared for fatherhood in the right way.

 

"New studies are finding that non-maternal caregivers play a crucial role in children's behavior, happiness, even cognitive skills"- says Michael Lamb, a psychologist at the University of Cambridge.

 

This survival manual for dads-to-be gives you proven insights in order to be prepared for pregnancy and childbirth in a clear and sensible way.

 

In Becoming a Dad, you'll discover:

 

  • How obstetricians and midwives look at 40 weeks of pregnancy to help you know in advance what is happening in your partner's mind and body, and how your child develops in the womb.
  • How to avoid the most common parental leave mistake 99% of first-time parents fall into and the simple solution to prevent catastrophic loss.
  • The little-known secret about nurseries and spaces! This includes a special detailed list of essential gear and the "one thing" you must attentively check that could make the difference between life or death!
  • Money management tips from expert financial planners on saving, insurance, and retirement; this alone will save you $23,890 (according to The College Board) and sleepless nights!
  • How to get into a deep, soul-pleasing rapport with your lover….
  • The most important thing you should do before childbirth. Missing this crucial step can take a serious toll on your relationship! You can find many affordable options in CHAPTER 3...Talking About The Future
  • The 5 latest science-based solutions about diet and activities in pregnancy to maintain mental and physical fitness for your partner which also help to prepare for childbirth. Start picking up healthy habits you'll want to pass on to your child.

 

…and MUCH MORE!

 

The vast amount of information in encyclopedia-sized pregnancy books for first-time parents can be overwhelming for men.

 

"Becoming a Dad" is different. 

 

This practical bite-sized guide will definitely prepare and empower you during pregnancy and beyond thanks to information and experiences tried and tested by hundreds of men!

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Becoming a Dad: The First-Time Dad's Guide to Pregnancy Preparation (101 Tips For Expectant Dads)

Do you want to learn more about pregnancy and childbirth?

If you want answers, facts, and more thorough tips, just read on…

 

You may be worried about how your new baby is going to affect your life. You may also feel inadequately prepared for such a huge responsibility. 

 

Also, you're tired of spending hours surfing the internet to look for advice for expectant dads that will end with a mountain of contrasting advice and assumptions-based information, right?

 

Don't panic anymore! 

 

We have it all covered thanks to the close cooperation of midwives, parent coaches, psychologists, and other experts.

 

The results...

 

A step-by-step guide on pregnancy preparation based on real-life experiences from expectant dads (and moms) that will give you only proven tips and those that have been field-tested by hundreds of men, who were in the same place you now stand.

 

Why...

 

Because your role is as important as the mother and you need to be prepared for fatherhood in the right way.

 

"New studies are finding that non-maternal caregivers play a crucial role in children's behavior, happiness, even cognitive skills"- says Michael Lamb, a psychologist at the University of Cambridge.

 

This survival manual for dads-to-be gives you proven insights in order to be prepared for pregnancy and childbirth in a clear and sensible way.

 

In Becoming a Dad, you'll discover:

 

  • How obstetricians and midwives look at 40 weeks of pregnancy to help you know in advance what is happening in your partner's mind and body, and how your child develops in the womb.
  • How to avoid the most common parental leave mistake 99% of first-time parents fall into and the simple solution to prevent catastrophic loss.
  • The little-known secret about nurseries and spaces! This includes a special detailed list of essential gear and the "one thing" you must attentively check that could make the difference between life or death!
  • Money management tips from expert financial planners on saving, insurance, and retirement; this alone will save you $23,890 (according to The College Board) and sleepless nights!
  • How to get into a deep, soul-pleasing rapport with your lover….
  • The most important thing you should do before childbirth. Missing this crucial step can take a serious toll on your relationship! You can find many affordable options in CHAPTER 3...Talking About The Future
  • The 5 latest science-based solutions about diet and activities in pregnancy to maintain mental and physical fitness for your partner which also help to prepare for childbirth. Start picking up healthy habits you'll want to pass on to your child.

 

…and MUCH MORE!

 

The vast amount of information in encyclopedia-sized pregnancy books for first-time parents can be overwhelming for men.

 

"Becoming a Dad" is different. 

 

This practical bite-sized guide will definitely prepare and empower you during pregnancy and beyond thanks to information and experiences tried and tested by hundreds of men!

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Becoming a Dad: The First-Time Dad's Guide to Pregnancy Preparation (101 Tips For Expectant Dads)

Becoming a Dad: The First-Time Dad's Guide to Pregnancy Preparation (101 Tips For Expectant Dads)

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Overview

Do you want to learn more about pregnancy and childbirth?

If you want answers, facts, and more thorough tips, just read on…

 

You may be worried about how your new baby is going to affect your life. You may also feel inadequately prepared for such a huge responsibility. 

 

Also, you're tired of spending hours surfing the internet to look for advice for expectant dads that will end with a mountain of contrasting advice and assumptions-based information, right?

 

Don't panic anymore! 

 

We have it all covered thanks to the close cooperation of midwives, parent coaches, psychologists, and other experts.

 

The results...

 

A step-by-step guide on pregnancy preparation based on real-life experiences from expectant dads (and moms) that will give you only proven tips and those that have been field-tested by hundreds of men, who were in the same place you now stand.

 

Why...

 

Because your role is as important as the mother and you need to be prepared for fatherhood in the right way.

 

"New studies are finding that non-maternal caregivers play a crucial role in children's behavior, happiness, even cognitive skills"- says Michael Lamb, a psychologist at the University of Cambridge.

 

This survival manual for dads-to-be gives you proven insights in order to be prepared for pregnancy and childbirth in a clear and sensible way.

 

In Becoming a Dad, you'll discover:

 

  • How obstetricians and midwives look at 40 weeks of pregnancy to help you know in advance what is happening in your partner's mind and body, and how your child develops in the womb.
  • How to avoid the most common parental leave mistake 99% of first-time parents fall into and the simple solution to prevent catastrophic loss.
  • The little-known secret about nurseries and spaces! This includes a special detailed list of essential gear and the "one thing" you must attentively check that could make the difference between life or death!
  • Money management tips from expert financial planners on saving, insurance, and retirement; this alone will save you $23,890 (according to The College Board) and sleepless nights!
  • How to get into a deep, soul-pleasing rapport with your lover….
  • The most important thing you should do before childbirth. Missing this crucial step can take a serious toll on your relationship! You can find many affordable options in CHAPTER 3...Talking About The Future
  • The 5 latest science-based solutions about diet and activities in pregnancy to maintain mental and physical fitness for your partner which also help to prepare for childbirth. Start picking up healthy habits you'll want to pass on to your child.

 

…and MUCH MORE!

 

The vast amount of information in encyclopedia-sized pregnancy books for first-time parents can be overwhelming for men.

 

"Becoming a Dad" is different. 

 

This practical bite-sized guide will definitely prepare and empower you during pregnancy and beyond thanks to information and experiences tried and tested by hundreds of men!


Product Details

BN ID: 2940165478864
Publisher: Lisa Marshall
Publication date: 07/13/2021
Series: Positive Parenting
Sold by: Draft2Digital
Format: eBook
File size: 214 KB

About the Author

Lisa Marshall, a parenting coach and communication expert turned stay-at-home-mom to two kids. Right now, she is on a mission to empower parents to connect meaningfully with their children through positive parenting strategies and purposeful play activities. Lisa shares nuggets of brain tips mixed with effective communication tools and hope to inspire you to enjoy parenthood while you parent with the brain in mind. She wants to assure you that you don't need teacher training to be your child's favorite teacher! Read Lisa Marshall's books or listen to her audiobooks if you want to find out more about her tips on parenting and relationships.

Table of Contents

Introduction ........................................ 1

Chapter 1: How do you know she is pregnant? ............................................ 3

Chapter 2: Getting ready to be parents ........................................................... 16

Chapter 3: Talking about the future .. 23

Chapter 4: Early preparations ........... 34

Chapter 5: Finances ........................... 43

Chapter 6: Preparing your home ....... 58

Chapter 7: First trimester — Conception through 12 weeks................................71

Chapter 8: Second trimester — 13 to 27 weeks................................................. 87

Chapter 9: Third trimester — 28 to 40 weeks................................................101

Chapter 10: Complications in pregnancy ......................................... 119

Chapter 11: Going into labor ............. 141

Chapter 12: Who’s going to be there when the baby comes? ..................... 149

Chapter 13: Childbirth methods and gear .................................................. 157

Chapter 14: Complications in labor and childbirth ......................................... 167

Chapter 15: The birth itself...............179

Chapter 16: Cesarean section .......... 198

Chapter 17: Complications after delivery ...........................................208

Chapter 18: Now you have a baby! .... 211

Chapter 19: Baby care at home ........ 226

Chapter 20: Parental care at home...240

Conclusion ...................................... 253

Review.................254

Other Books........255

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