THE FIRST TIME DAD SURVIVAL GUIDE: Practical Advice on Infant Care, Child Development, Financial Planning and Balancing Work & Family

*The First Time Dad Survival Guide* is an essential roadmap for new fathers, offering practical, step-by-step advice to help navigate the challenges of parenthood with confidence. From infant care and child development to balancing work and family life, this guide eliminates the guesswork and provides clear, actionable strategies. Written with warmth and firsthand experience, it’s a valuable resource for dads eager to embrace their new role and thrive in this exciting chapter of life. A must-read for every first-time father!

This book is an insightful resource for new fathers, offering practical advice and tools to navigate the joys and challenges of fatherhood. The book is not a theoretical parenting manual but a hands-on guide tailored for first-time dads eager to build confidence in their new role.Key highlights include practical tips on baby care, such as childproofing essentials to create a safe home environment and understanding sleep patterns to help both dad and baby get some much-needed rest. One standout feature is the DAD'S GUIDE framework, which breaks down fatherhood into manageable steps, including bonding techniques like skin-to-skin contact and play-based learning. The engaging stories such as Thomas’ vitamin scare and Marcus’ magnet mishap, vividly illustrate the importance of childproofing and vigilance. These relatable anecdotes, paired with actionable checklists, equip fathers with knowledge and tools for safeguarding their little ones.This guide also addresses emotional aspects, offering strategies to strengthen relationships with partners and support children's development. Its interactive elements, like a baby care tracker and a letter template for future reflection, make it a standout resource. Ideal for dads seeking practical, no-nonsense advice, this book inspires confidence and fosters meaningful connections with both baby and family.

A valuable and practical guide for new dads! This detailed manual offers a clear roadmap to thrive in fatherhood, with advice on infant care, child development, financial challenges, balancing work and family, and more. The recommended reflections, checklists, and anecdotes make it relatable and actionable. It’s concise enough for a quick read, yet comprehensive enough to cover everything a new father should know. An excellent resource!

My wife and I are planning to start having children at the start of the new year, and so I've been trying to prepare myself as best as I can for this new and exciting journey. This book did a great job revealing several key blind spots I wasn't aware of. I really appreciated the incites of striking the work-to-fatherhood balance.

This book is a help for any first-time dad feeling overwhelmed and unsure. It replaces guesswork with practical, step-by-step guidance on everything from diaper changes to financial planning. The authors' personal experience shines through, making it feel like a trusted friend is walking you through this exciting but challenging journey. It's more than just a baby care manual - it's a roadmap to confidently navigating fatherhood's joys and challenges, finding balance, and thriving in this new chapter of life.

I bought this for my son who's 1st baby will be born on Oct. 1st. As a mother of 3 myself, I find this helpful not only for the father's but with 1st time mother's also. It will help to learn and manage their new lives into parenthood. While mothers are supposed to have that natural instinct of child rearing, some are not as naturally apt at the 180 degree change in their lives but also the lives of their partners aka fathers' new role as protector, provider and also most important "FATHER". I found this book will be beneficial for both parents in different ways to hopefully transition into their new roles with a better sense of ease and common sense on daily needs and upcoming changes that occur when raring a precious new baby.Kudos to H. Gray for writing this awesome book.

We recently bought *The First Time Dad Survival Guide* as a gift for our young nephew, who is expecting his first child, and it turned out to be one of the best decisions we made. The book is incredibly practical and covers almost every aspect of this journey. What we loved most was how approachable and down-to-earth the advice is. It doesn’t just tell you what to do but also helps you feel more confident and prepared. Our nephew found it to be very useful. We read it too, and it was not only insightful but also reassuring. It’s clear, compassionate, and full of practical tips that make the journey into fatherhood a little less daunting. Highly recommended for any soon-to-be dads!

There really isn't a manual for being a parent! And, the opposite of that is the 20 friends and family members telling you what they did, what you should do...its all very confusing. This is a great, practical roadmap and well worth it for all the new dads out there.

Being a first time dad to a 10-month-old boy is very stressful and ight i say scary. However this book has been helpful in navigating the ups and downs of fatherhood and preparing for what's to come in the near future. . This book is comprehensive, down-to-earth guide and provides practical advice, relatable anecdotes, and gives me a sense that i don't have to live up to crazy expectations that I have put on myself.The author's writing style is engaging and easy to follow, making it accessible even during those late-night crying sessions when your brain feels like it's running on fumes. The book makes you realize the aspects of uncertainty and anxiety that often accompany first-time fatherhood; but reassures you that it is normal and how to manage it.The book is structured in a way that addresses various stages and challenges of early fatherhood, from the prenatal phase to the first year of your child's life. Each chapter is filled with practical tips and advice. The survival tips are particularly helpful, offering clear, actionable steps that can make a real difference in everyday situations.

This book is a must-read for any new dad! It's packed with practical advice that makes the overwhelming journey of fatherhood feel manageable. From infant care to understanding child development, it covers all the basics in a clear and approachable way. I especially appreciated the sections on financial planning and balancing work with family life. Whether you’re feeling unsure or just want some solid tips, this guide is a great companion for navigating the early days of being a dad. Highly recommend, now just need someone to have a baby so I can buy it as a gift!

This guide offers clear, compassionate, and practical advice that helps new fathers feel more confident and prepared for fatherhood, making it an invaluable resource

For someone who became a father for the first time, this book may be truly helpful. Many practical tips and advice included in this book are definitely worth reading.

It's really a precious book and a concentrate of advice and practices for new fathers. and it's interesting as a woman to read it.