The New Dad's Survival Guide: What to Expect in the First Year and Beyond

by Rob Kemp

The new dad's complete guide to their baby's first 18 months, combining an approachable tone with expert advice You read the pregnancy books, the nine months flew by without a hitch, the birth was wonderful, and your healthy baby arrived on schedule. Job well done, right? This essential guide for new dads describes what to expect in the first 18 months, arming you with the tools necessary to be a fantastic dad. Covering everything from how to bond with your baby and support their development to practical issues, such as how to manage your working arrangements and finances, this book gives new dads the confidence, skills, and knowledge to enjoy fatherhood—and do a great job of it. Entertaining, informative, and packed full of expert advice, this is the go-to guide for modern, hands-on dads.

Genres: Parenting

272 pages, Paperback

First published June 5, 2014

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Reviews

[Lior Alexandre · Rating 3 out of 5]

Too much of it was quite obvious. The style was also a bit too laddish.

[Doug Roehler]

rating: TBD.

[Martin · Rating 1 out of 5]

This book really isn't very helpful. The sort of advice you get at your local pub.

[Vijay · Rating 3 out of 5]

Was good to get excited about being a dad. Easy read. Later realized there were much better books that condensed the core info which was better for me.

[Ryan Gibson · Rating 3 out of 5]

Why are all books written for expectant/new dad's so patronising? Some useful info here if you can get past the laddish "banter".

[James Dewes · Rating 4 out of 5]

Useful information with a dash of humour for good measure.

[Martyn Perry · Rating 4 out of 5]

Both insightful and funny. Recommended!