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First-Time Dad: A Survival Guide for New Fathers
First-Time A Survival Guide for New Fathers
Because babies don't come with instructions—and neither does fatherhood.
Welcome to fatherhood, where the diapers are explosive, the sleep is optional, and the love is absolutely overwhelming. Whether you’re expecting your first child or you’ve just come home with your newborn and are wondering what just happened—this book is your honest, practical, and encouraging roadmap through it all.
Written by a regular dad who’s been through the 3 AM feedings, nursery meltdowns (his and the baby's), and first-aid panics, First-Time Dad skips the judgment and fluff. Instead, it delivers real-world advice, emotional support, and humor when you need it most.
Inside you’ll
✅ Step-by-step diaper and first-aid guides for when the unexpected strikes
✅ Tips for building the perfect nursery—on a real budget
✅ Survival strategies for sleep deprivation that won’t make you feel like a zombie
✅ Bonding tools like skin-to-skin & babywearing to connect with your child from day one
✅ Guidance on navigating work, burnout, and being a true partner in parenthood
✅ A no-BS take on dad life—because you're not "helping," you're parenting
This isn't about becoming the "perfect" dad. (Spoiler he doesn’t exist.) It’s about showing up, learning as you go, and loving fiercely. First-Time Dad will help you feel more confident, more capable, and a whole lot less alone in your parenting journey.
New fatherhood starts here. You’ve got this.
Because babies don't come with instructions—and neither does fatherhood.
Welcome to fatherhood, where the diapers are explosive, the sleep is optional, and the love is absolutely overwhelming. Whether you’re expecting your first child or you’ve just come home with your newborn and are wondering what just happened—this book is your honest, practical, and encouraging roadmap through it all.
Written by a regular dad who’s been through the 3 AM feedings, nursery meltdowns (his and the baby's), and first-aid panics, First-Time Dad skips the judgment and fluff. Instead, it delivers real-world advice, emotional support, and humor when you need it most.
Inside you’ll
✅ Step-by-step diaper and first-aid guides for when the unexpected strikes
✅ Tips for building the perfect nursery—on a real budget
✅ Survival strategies for sleep deprivation that won’t make you feel like a zombie
✅ Bonding tools like skin-to-skin & babywearing to connect with your child from day one
✅ Guidance on navigating work, burnout, and being a true partner in parenthood
✅ A no-BS take on dad life—because you're not "helping," you're parenting
This isn't about becoming the "perfect" dad. (Spoiler he doesn’t exist.) It’s about showing up, learning as you go, and loving fiercely. First-Time Dad will help you feel more confident, more capable, and a whole lot less alone in your parenting journey.
New fatherhood starts here. You’ve got this.
120 pages, Kindle Edition
Published June 7, 2025
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December 12, 2025
A funny and helpful guide
Being around a newborn is honestly terrifying because they seem so fragile and loud. That is why I think this book is a solid resource for anyone who is freaking out about becoming a father for the first time. I really liked that it skips the boring lectures and goes straight to the practical stuff, like how to actually change a diaper in the middle of the night or how to set up a nursery without spending a fortune. It treats dads like equal partners rather than just helpers which is a refreshing perspective compared to some other parenting guides I have seen.
I am giving this four stars because the visual quality could be better in a few places. Some of the illustrations looked a little sloppy or had text that did not match up perfectly which was slightly distracting when trying to follow a specific instruction. Also, while the humor is great for stress relief, some of the advice is pretty standard common sense that you might figure out on your own eventually. It is definitely a great confidence builder for the early days, just do not expect it to be an encyclopedia for every single medical question.
Being around a newborn is honestly terrifying because they seem so fragile and loud. That is why I think this book is a solid resource for anyone who is freaking out about becoming a father for the first time. I really liked that it skips the boring lectures and goes straight to the practical stuff, like how to actually change a diaper in the middle of the night or how to set up a nursery without spending a fortune. It treats dads like equal partners rather than just helpers which is a refreshing perspective compared to some other parenting guides I have seen.
I am giving this four stars because the visual quality could be better in a few places. Some of the illustrations looked a little sloppy or had text that did not match up perfectly which was slightly distracting when trying to follow a specific instruction. Also, while the humor is great for stress relief, some of the advice is pretty standard common sense that you might figure out on your own eventually. It is definitely a great confidence builder for the early days, just do not expect it to be an encyclopedia for every single medical question.
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