Expectant Father

Expectant Father
Author: Armin Brott
Publisher:
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2004-06-05
Genre: Fathers
ISBN: 9780789208248

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This boxed set includes The Expectant Father, The New Father, and A Dad's Guide to the Toddler Years. Armin Brott has written on fatherhood for the New York Times Magazine, Newsweek, Washington Post, American Baby, and Parenting. He is the host of a weekly radio show on parenting. Mr. Brott lives in Berkeley, California.

FAQ for Expectant Fathers

FAQ for Expectant Fathers
Author: Armin A. Brott
Publisher: National Geographic Books
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2016-06-28
Genre: Health & Fitness
ISBN: 0789212692

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An informative Q&A series for dads-to-be, from the best-selling author of The Expectant Father On one page is a fill-in-the-blank statement about impending fatherhood, along with four multiple choice answers. Test yourself, then turn the page to find some helpful advice drawn from the expertise of top practitioners, as well as Brott’s own background as a father of three and the real-world experience of thousands of others. With chapters on each of the nine months of pregnancy, as well as sections on labor and delivery and infertility, the book features topics guys need to know—changes to men’s hormones during pregnancy—and doesn’t shy away from topics guys want to know—sex during pregnancy—all of which is told with the authority and honesty of an informed buddy. Test your knowledge on pregnancy and the countdown to fatherhood with this sneak peek into FAQ for Expectant Fathers: Some research has found that the more severe the morning sickness, the _______ will be. a. higher the baby’s IQ b. prettier the baby c. louder the baby d. crankier the baby Answer: Women who have severe morning sickness are less likely to miscarry, deliver prematurely, or have low-birth weight babies. Some research has found that the more severe the mother's symptoms, the higher the baby's IQ will be. Tip: Telling her these things won't make her feel much better, but it might make her smile as she's leaning over the toilet bowl.

The Expectant Father

The Expectant Father
Author: Armin A. Brott
Publisher: ReadHowYouWant.com
Total Pages: 494
Release: 2011-01-22
Genre: Family & Relationships
ISBN: 1459609441

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This indespensible book explores the emotional, financial, and even physical changes the father-to-be may experience during his partners pregnancy. Written in an easy-to-absorb format and filled with sound advice and practical tips for men on such topics as how to make sense of your conflicting emotions, how pregnancy affects your sex life, and how to start a college fund, this volume reassures, commiserates, and informs. It also incorporates the wisdom of top experts in the field, from obstetricians and birth-class instructors to psychologists and sociologists. This new edition features the latest research on many topics, from the reasons for premature birth to nutritional supplements. The finances section has been updated; advice for expectant adoptive fathers has been added throughout; information for fathers expecting twins and other multiples is included; and the resources section and bibliography have been considerably expanded. Illustrated throughout with New Yorker-style cartoons that will make even the most anxious father chuckle, this book is the essential reference for all expectant couples.

The Expectant Dad's Survival Guide

The Expectant Dad's Survival Guide
Author: Rob Kemp
Publisher: Random House
Total Pages: 274
Release: 2010
Genre: Child rearing
ISBN: 0091929792

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'The Expectant Dad's Survival Guide' tells every dad-to-be all he needs to know about his partner's pregnancy, the birth, the first six weeks - and how it will impact on him.

The Expectant Dad's Handbook

The Expectant Dad's Handbook
Author: Dean Beaumont
Publisher: Random House
Total Pages: 258
Release: 2013-05-16
Genre: Health & Fitness
ISBN: 1448148391

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Becoming a dad can be a daunting time – especially when most pregnancy and parenting information is targeted towards women. This exciting new book, from a leading expert in working with expectant dads, doesn’t sideline or speak down to men. Instead it provides an array of targeted information to fully prepare men for their new roles – as both birth partners and fathers. The Expectant Dad’s Handbook is a one-stop guide for men on their path to fatherhood. It provides practical answers to all the questions on the mind of a dad-to-be – from what to expect at each stage of pregnancy to how to cope with any worries and fears about becoming a dad. It also reveals unique insights into a dad’s role during labour, showing key strategies for improving the birth. Both practical and accessible, this guide will provide all the information and advice fathers need for the journey ahead.

The New Father

The New Father
Author: Armin A. Brott
Publisher: ReadHowYouWant
Total Pages: 564
Release: 2011-04
Genre: Father and infant
ISBN: 9781459617872

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How can you become an effective, involved father when you see your baby only briefly after work? What is the best way to start saving for your child's college education? The answers to these questions and hundreds more are found on the pages of this easy-to-follow, information-packed volume. Author Armin Brott devotes a chapter to each month of the first year. In each chapter he charts the physical, intellectual, verbal, and emotional changes the child is going through, and examines the emotional and psychological development the father may experience. He also covers such general parenting issues as coping with crying, finding quality child care, and understanding changes in the relationship with one's partner. This new edition features the latest research on many topics, from what's going on at the hospital right after childbirth to what a dad can do when his partner is having trouble breastfeeding, to advice for dads in the military and others who are separated from their kids. More information on preemies, twins, and triplets has been added, along with advice for divorced and renewed dads. The resources section and bibliography are considerably expanded. Illustrated throughout with New Yorker-style cartoons that underscore the joys and woes of parenting, The New Father is an essential sourcebook for every dad. It is sure to give moms fresh insights as well.

Pregnancy for First-Time Dads

Pregnancy for First-Time Dads
Author: Adam Carpenter
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Total Pages: 192
Release: 2022-02-01
Genre: Family & Relationships
ISBN: 1510770135

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There is more to life when your family is growing than What to Expect When You're Expecting. For the expecting dad, there is joy—and fear. Here is a helpful guide to prenatal care, exercise, sex, travel, pets, things to buy, paternity leave, and much more. Your partner is pregnant, and by now you’re undoubtedly experiencing the element of fear that every dad-to-be feels upon learning a new baby is on the way. Well, sir, it’s time to embrace this fear and tackle parenthood and the pregnancy process head-on! Packed with information, tips, and advice, from the development of your baby month by month to how to help your partner throughout the birth—Pregnancy for First-Time Dads is a jargon-free, easy read that will help you understand what to expect during pregnancy and how to plan for the weeks ahead. The breakdown of advice includes: Preparing your partner for pregnancy The first trimester: 0–12 weeks The second trimester: 13–27 weeks The third trimester: 28–40 weeks Birth and beyond Life with a newborn It’s never too early to start preparing your home to accommodate a baby. Whether you or someone you know will soon be fathering a bundle of joy, Pregnancy for First-Time Dads will serve as an invaluable resource and will properly prepare you for the joy of fatherhood.

When She’S Pregnant

When She’S Pregnant
Author: Jerrold Lee Shapiro
Publisher: Xlibris Corporation
Total Pages: 281
Release: 2014-04-16
Genre: Family & Relationships
ISBN: 1493197428

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Truly a landmark book --Martin Greenberg, M.D., psychiatrist and author, Birth of a Father When a couple decides to have a baby, it's not only the woman who undergoes changes during pregnancy. The father, too, experiences many changes and it's important that his needs and concerns be addressed. In When Shes Pregnant, noted psychologist Jerrold Lee Shapiro helps fathers-to-be understand their new roles, get involved, and prepare for fatherhood. This is a supportive guide for men, addressing their anxieties, fears, and unfamiliarity with imminent fatherhood. It demystifies the nine months of pregnancy, explains step-by-step the labor and delivery process, the experiences of the new mother and baby, and the new family. "The experiences of men during pregnancy are spelled out with exquisite and sensitive breadth. Filled with information and tips for about-to-be parents. I strongly recommend this book to all couples contemplating or expecting a baby.... Will help the family get off to a good start." -Martin Greenberg, M.D. -- "Everyone who works with expectant families and everyone having a baby should read this book. It will make crossing that one-way bridge to fatherhood immeasurably smoother." -Carl Jones, certified childbirth educator, and author, Mind over Labor

Dad's Pregnant Too

Dad's Pregnant Too
Author: Harlan Cohen
Publisher: Sourcebooks, Inc.
Total Pages: 562
Release: 2008-06-01
Genre: Family & Relationships
ISBN: 1402233205

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Dad's Pregnant Too! is a first-of-its-kind guide written for expectant fathers, but also intended for couples. From the first positive test, to the first time seducing your pregnant partner, to the first push, to the first week home following the birth, Dad's Pregnant Too! exposes and explores everything an expectant dad needs to know (but no one ever tells him). Dad's Pregnant Too! is the most comprehensive guide to help expectant fathers understand their partners, themselves, and what's really going on inside her belly. Medically reviewed Includes pictures of baby's development

The Expectant Father: The Ultimate Guide for Dads-to-Be (Fifth Edition) (The New Father)

The Expectant Father: The Ultimate Guide for Dads-to-Be (Fifth Edition) (The New Father)
Author: Armin A. Brott
Publisher: WW Norton
Total Pages: 356
Release: 2021-05-11
Genre: Family & Relationships
ISBN: 0789260824

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The Expectant Father is the best-selling pregnancy guide for men, trusted by millions of dads-to-be and their partners. This reassuring month-by-month overview gives you the tools you need to support your partner, prepare for your baby’s arrival, and take care of yourself during this exciting time. It concludes with two special sections: one on labor and delivery, guiding you through the big day; and the other on what comes next, covering the first few months after the baby’s arrival. This new edition of The Expectant Father is updated from cover to cover with the latest information on fertility options, delivery options, navigating pregnancy in a post–COVID-19 world—and much more. It incorporates the expertise of leading OB-GYNs and researchers, and the real-life experience of hundreds of dads and moms. Illustrated throughout with stress-relieving cartoons, The Expectant Father is a friendly and readable companion for dads-to-be seeking confidence, guidance, and joy. (Moms will love it, too!)