The First-Time Dad Playbook

Game-Winning Strategies for Bonding, Baby Care, and Navigating Fatherhood

De: Darius Miles

Narrado por: R. Dennis Speck

Think Fatherhood Means Sacrificing Sleep, Freedom, and Confidence? Think Again.

Becoming a first-time dad can feel like getting the ball with no playbook. The stakes are high, the clock is ticking, and the pressure is on. Society tells you that your life is over and you’ll never sleep again.

But here’s the truth: Fatherhood doesn’t mean losing your sanity, hobbies, or sense of self. With The First-Time Dad Playbook, you’ll step into the role with confidence and crush it—on day one and beyond.

This isn’t just a book—it’s your coaching guide, packed with winning plays like:

• Why being “just a dad” is the most powerful role you’ll ever have.
• The ultimate hack for calming a crying baby in under 60 seconds.
• How to survive diaper blowouts in public without fumbling the ball.
• How to get your baby to sleep longer without relying on outdated advice.
• The 10-second “dad move” that makes tummy time fun instead of frustrating.
• How to instantly ease your partner’s stress with one overlooked gesture.
• Why it’s okay to make mistakes—and how to recover quickly.

Short on time? This guide is built for busy dads, with quick, actionable tips you can absorb in five minutes a day.

Not sure you need a book because you’ll “figure it out”? You could—but why struggle when The First-Time Dad Playbook gives you a proven roadmap?

Fatherhood isn’t a spectator sport. Stepping up strengthens your bond with your baby, eases your partner’s stress, and makes you the MVP of your family.

Fatherhood doesn’t come with an instruction manual—until now. Scroll up, click “Add to Cart,” and get ready to crush first-time parenting like a pro!

©2024 Darius Miles (P)2025 Darius Miles

5 Stars – Perfect Gift for New Dads!

I got this for a friend who’s about to become a dad, and he said it’s exactly what he needed. The tips are quick, practical, and actually helpful—no fluff. He felt more confident and prepared after just a few chapters. Every new dad should listen to this!

Not Your Average Dad Guide

As a first time dad, I was nervous and overwhelmed, but this audiobook broke things down without making me feel clueless. The tips on bonding and handling baby care actually stuck with me, and the advice felt like it came from a friend who’s been there. Definitely helped me feel more confident and less stressed during those early crazy months.

Great for first time dads

This audiobook made me feel more prepared and less anxious about becoming a dad. It covers the basics in a way that’s clear and encouraging, without talking down to you. I liked how it focused on real-life situations and gave tips I could actually use. It helped me feel more confident about bonding with my baby and being a supportive partner.

Dad mode activated

This surprised me in the best way. It helped me ease up on the whole “new dad panic spiral”. It had me laughing in spots. What I appreciated most was how real it felt. Just solid, relatable stuff for anyone stumbling into fatherhood with equal parts love and confusion. Check it out.

Dusting Off the Playbook for Baby #2

Even though I've been around the block once with our first son, gearing up for baby number two felt like my parenting playbook had gotten a bit dusty. "The First-Time Dad Playbook" was a fantastic refresher, honestly. Darius Miles has a way of laying things out that just makes sense, even if you think you've seen it all – those quick tips, like the 10-second "dad move" for tummy time, are golden for when you're juggling more than one little one. It’s like that favorite coach who reminds you of the fundamentals you might've forgotten in the chaos of toddlerhood. And R. Dennis Speck’s narration is top-notch; his delivery keeps you engaged, making it easy to absorb the advice while, say, building a block tower for the tenth time. I’d definitely recommend this to any dad expecting another bundle of joy who wants to sharpen their skills and feel more dialed-in for the next round.

Practical and Encouraging

Loved this audiobook! The First-Time Dad Playbook is practical, encouraging, and easy to follow—perfect for busy new dads. The advice is clear, realistic, and delivered in a supportive tone that make a new dad feel confident, not overwhelmed. I especially liked the quick tips for baby care and bonding, plus the honest reminders that it’s okay to make mistakes. The sports analogies keep things fun and relatable. Highly recommend for any first-time dad who wants real advice without the fluff & will be recommending my son to read this!

Every New Dad Should Have This Handy

I picked this up out of curiosity—several young dads in my life were expecting, and I wanted to understand what they were going through. I have to say, I was impressed. It’s clear, accurate, and speaks directly to the challenges new fathers face. I’ve since gifted it twice, and both new dads said it made a big difference. Watching them show up with more confidence has been heartwarming. It’s a solid gift for any soon-to-be dad.

Fun spin on the first time dad book

What I liked was the promise of a practical "coaching guide" rather than just a book. The idea of having "winning plays" for specific situations, like calming a crying baby or surviving diaper blowouts, was a fun spin on the normal first time dad book. The book's emphasis on maintaining your sanity, hobbies, and sense of self was also reassuring.

Confidence for Day One and Beyond 🍼🏈

What I liked most about this audiobook is how it speaks to first-time dads without overwhelming them. It’s full of quick, practical tips that actually help from calming a crying baby to surviving public diaper disasters. The tone is supportive, funny, and real, which makes it easy to listen to and apply right away. It’s like having a coach in your ear reminding you that you’ve got this even when you’re running on zero sleep.

Made Me Feel Ready (and Less Terrified)

I was overwhelmed before my daughter arrived—totally unprepared. Listening to this on walks made a big difference. It doesn’t talk down to you or make assumptions. It just lays out what matters in plain language—how to be helpful, what your partner actually needs, and how to bond even if you feel clueless. I actually started looking forward to diaper duty after hearing how important those early routines are. For once, I didn’t feel like I was winging it.