• The First-Time Dad’s Survival Guide: Pregnancy Edition

  • Serve Your Partner, Bond with Your Baby, Build a Nest, and Become Empowered to Rock Fatherhood
  • By: Matthew Young
  • Narrated by: Jeff Bower
  • Length: 3 hrs and 37 mins
  • 5.0 out of 5 stars (27 ratings)

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The First-Time Dad’s Survival Guide: Pregnancy Edition

By: Matthew Young
Narrated by: Jeff Bower
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So, you are joining the first-time dad's club! Your life will never be the same again. AHHH!

You have a million questions racing through your mind. Am I ready to be a Dad? Can I provide the support my partner needs? Coupled with that, you feel a whirlwind of mixed emotions, including anxiety, fear, exhilaration, and worry. Just take a minute. Breathe…you've got this! It's completely normal to feel lost and overwhelmed. You are just human, after all.

The First-Time Dad's Survival Guide: Pregnancy Edition acts as a guiding torch, shedding light on what it means for you to bring a new life into the world. Written by a father who has made all the mistakes in the book, so you don't have to.

This A-Z survival guide is packed with practical advice, personal insights, week-by-week guides detailing how you, your partner, and your baby are changing physically and emotionally, and essential preparation checklists so you never miss a step.

Here are just a few of the key benefits you can expect from this book:

  • Uncover the A-Z of pregnancy, from what to expect during each trimester, to prepping for labor and delivery.
  • Three extraordinary ways to bond with your baby while still in the womb.
  • An indispensable guide to preparing for Baby HQ with a shopping checklist included.
  • Feel confident you can master handling, feeding, bathing, and clothing your new baby.
  • And so much more!

With The First-Time Dad's Survival Guide: Pregnancy Edition, you'll have everything you need to be a brilliant father to your new baby.

So, what are you waiting for? Become a formidable co-parent, bond with your baby, become your partner's rock, and prepare for the journey of a lifetime.

©2023 Matthew Young (P)2023 Matthew Young

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Life Saver

No man is an island and neither are fathers. Being a single father to a daughter is difficult. Raising a child requires all the support you can get. This book is full of information that I wish I had when my daughter was little. If you are a first time father, don't make the mistake of passing it by

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Your Essential Handbook to Fatherhood

The audiobook covers the entire spectrum of pregnancy and early fatherhood, from understanding the physical and emotional changes during each trimester to preparing for the labor and delivery process. The week-by-week guides are particularly insightful, offering a clear understanding of what to expect and how to support your partner every step of the way.

The book shines in its ability to make future dads feel empowered and involved. Tips on bonding with the baby even before birth are invaluable and heartwarming. The comprehensive preparation checklists ensure that you are well-equipped for your baby’s arrival, turning daunting tasks into manageable and even enjoyable ones.

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Pregnancy and Parenthood

This book is an inspiring adventure. You’ll learn that you can handle it well when you use the information and tools. With love, motivation for knowledge, giving and having support you’ll balance your priorities. Key aspects of parenthood are included, such creating a baby safe home, support and involvement in co-parenting, and daily fatherhood routines. The book goes through each trimester, to know how each one differs. Being there for your partner and being actively involved will serve to make the deep connections needed for family harmony. Nothing may be exactly as planned, of course, but you’ll know how to be confidant and to enjoy the special bond and experience with your child.

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Trimester Walk-through

I truly liked the breakdown of the trimesters, what to expect and how to go about each phase of the pregnancy. It truly felt like I was being walked through the entire read. Thank you for the preparations towards fatherhood.

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This guide will help you support your partner

This audiobook is a great guide for new dads offering clear, practical advice on everything from understanding pregnancy to supporting a partner effectively. It's an intuitive toolkit for first-time fathers, filled with insights and guidance that helps new dads feel more prepared and connected in their role. The emphasis on the importance of being informed and supportive to the mother-to-be really resonated with me, making any transition into fatherhood smoother and more confident.

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All info at your fingertips!

This is a wonderful book about parenting during the early stages of this journey. Becoming a dad is no easy feat; even the most prepared dads can struggle with attempting to learn everything there is to know for bub's arrival and looking after their partner during this challenging phase. This engaging listen offers all the tools, tips, information and advice you will need to feel at ease and confident that you are headed in the right direction.

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Must-listen for first-time parents

This listen covers all of the new baby details and more! If you are a planner and want to really be on top of your new-Dad game, this is the audible for you. Highly recommend!

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Very Useful!

'The First-Time Dad’s Survival Guide: Pregnancy Edition' is your guiding compass into the realm of fatherhood, written by a seasoned dad who's been there and done that. This comprehensive A-Z survival guide is a treasure trove of practical wisdom, offering personal insights and week-by-week guides that detail the emotional and physical changes both you and your partner undergo during pregnancy. Complete with essential checklists, it ensures you're well-prepared for the journey leading up to your baby's arrival. From understanding each trimester to readying for labor and delivery, this book empowers first-time dads to confidently handle, feed, bathe, and dress their newborns, making it an indispensable companion for the adventure ahead

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Great tips and Guide to being a first time Dad!!

This captivating book transported me to the day of eagerly awaiting my firstborn at the hospital with my wife, evoking the profound joy of holding our baby. It serves as an invaluable guide for expectant fathers, skillfully emphasizing the importance of unwavering support throughout the entire pregnancy journey. The author's insights and anecdotes create a heartfelt companion that goes beyond conventional narratives, offering a comprehensive roadmap for active participation in the transformative experience of parenthood. It's not just a book but a masterfully crafted ode to fatherhood, making it a must-read for anyone embarking on this remarkable journey.

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Great Dad Advice!

This audiobook is like a friendly, reassuring pat on the back, packed with practical advice and real-world tips for navigating the exciting journey of fatherhood.

The narrator has a great way of making the information accessible and engaging, delivering everything a first-time dad needs to know in a way that's easy to understand and not overwhelming. From supporting your partner during pregnancy to preparing for the baby's arrival, it covers all the bases.

I loved the emphasis on building a bond with your baby and becoming an empowered, involved dad right from the start. It's a fantastic resource that gives new dads the confidence and knowledge they need to rock fatherhood from day one. A must-listen for all soon-to-be dads!

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