In today's world, men are more involved in their wives' pregnancies than ever before. This 2nd Edition of Dad's Guide to Pregnancy For Dummies gives new fathers a hands-on guide that covers all of the logistical, physical, and emotional aspects of pregnancy. It is a wealth of information on topics, such as setting up the nursery, childbirth 101, and how to take care of your newborn. The book includes ideas for knowing the right time to break the news and the pregnancy timeline. Once the baby arrives, this handbook gives you the low-down on what you can expect during the first six months, such as how to change diapers and feed the little one.
You'll also explore much more in-depth topics such as the new technology behind ultrasounds, and the information that is gleaned from them, the lowdown on vaccination updates, information to take the fear out of cesarean sections, tips on prenatal depression, new developments on infertility treatments, and so much more!
If you're going to be a new dad, this is a survival guide of what to expect as your bundle of joy is on the way is the complete, easy-to-read resource for preparing with your partner.
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When it comes to pregnancy, your role as a dad has changed so much in the past few decades that it's hard to know where to turn for guidance. Now you do! This hands-on, friendly guide is packed with practical information for fathers-to-be, covering all of the logistical, physical, and emotional aspects of pregnancy from your unique perspective.
Take the fear out of fatherhood — find out what modern fatherhood means, determine if you're ready for the financial and emotional demands of a baby, and learn what you don't know about conception
Pregnancy and childbirth 101 — get the lowdown on what to expect during pregnancy, labor, and delivery, from your perspective as well as your partner's
So you're a father — oh, boy (or girl)! — discover how to care for your newborn — from bottle feeding to changing diapers to soothing your baby
Be the perfect postpartum partner — support your partner by helping with the baby and household, and by attending to her emotionally as well
Open the book and find:
How a fetus develops in every trimester
Advice on when and how to share the good news
Tips on baby gift registry and setting up the nursery
What to expect during labor and delivery
What to expect the first six months after the baby arrives
The 4-1-1 on feeding and changing diapers
Tips for dealing with common illnesses and emergencies
Survival tips every new dad needs to know
Learn to:
Grasp the logistical, physical, and emotional aspects of pregnancy
Understand what to expect at doctor's visits
Be a supportive partner during (and after) pregnancy
Know what to expect during labor and delivery
Sharon Perkins, RN, is the author of several books, including Breastfeeding For Dummies.
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