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The Expectant Dad's Survival Guide

A practical pregnancy, birth and new baby guide for every man who has heard those two magic words: 'I'm pregnant' ... and immediately thought of two of his own

An accessible, practical guide for the father-to-be, about pregnancy, the birth and what to expect during the first 6 weeks from a man who has been through it all, multiple times. For every man who has heard those two magic words: 'I'm pregnant' ... and immediately thought of two of his own! 
 
'Written in a light, informative tone but backed with expert advice from male midwives and obstetricians ... "the" book in this genre' -- The Guardian 
'Very supportive and encouraging' -- ***** Reader review 
'Really helpful hints, tips and guidance' -- ***** Reader review 
'Was much less nervous after reading this' -- ***** Reader review 
'Funny, honest and witty' -- ***** Reader review 
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From buying buggies and cutting the cord to dealing with your wife's breastfeeding in public - the life of a first-time father will throw up new experiences every day. 
 
The Expectant Dad's Survival Guide tells you everything you need to know during your partner's pregnancy and the first few weeks of your new life as a dad. Combining expert advice from midwives, psychologists and obstetricians with first-hand accounts, it explains what's happening with her, what's going on with your baby, and what the hell you should be doing every step of the way. 
 
With tips from those who know, what-to-do explanations and fascinating facts, this survival guide will ensure you're armed and ready for your role as a new father - from discovery to delivery and beyond. 
A must-read for all fathers-to-be.

Expectant fathers used to be left chain-smoking in the hospital hallway. These days most of the 500,000 men who become fathers for the first time every year in the UK attend the birth. This book aims to help those newbies be less anxious.

Rob Kemp is a freelance journalist, editor-at-large for dads' online magazine FQ (Father's Quarterly), writes the dad's newsletter for Boots Parenting Club and is a contributing editor to Men's Health magazine. He has written articles on the subject of pregnancy and fatherhood for a number of other national titles and websites including the Guardian, Independent, Pregnancy, Baby and You, Pregnancy &amp; Birth, Mother &amp; Baby, MSN and Sainsbury's Fresh Ideas among others. His books include The Expectant Dad's Survival Guide, The New Dad's Survival Guide (both Vermilion) and The Good Guys; 50 heroes who changed the world with kindness. @robkemp_author

An accessible, practical guide for the father-to-be, about pregnancy, the birth and what to expect during the first 6 weeks from a man who has been through it all, multiple times. For every man who has heard those two magic words: 'I'm pregnant' ... and immediately thought of two of his own! 
 
'Written in a light, informative tone but backed with expert advice from male midwives and obstetricians ... "the" book in this genre' -- The Guardian 
'Very supportive and encouraging' -- ***** Reader review 
'Really helpful hints, tips and guidance' -- ***** Reader review 
'Was much less nervous after reading this' -- ***** Reader review 
'Funny, honest and witty' -- ***** Reader review 
********************************************************************************************** 
From buying buggies and cutting the cord to dealing with your wife's breastfeeding in public - the life of a first-time father will throw up new experiences every day. 
 
 The Expectant Dad's Survival Guide tells you everything you need to know during your partner's pregnancy and the first few weeks of your new life as a dad. Combining expert advice from midwives, psychologists and obstetricians with first-hand accounts, it explains what's happening with her, what's going on with your baby, and what the hell you should be doing every step of the way. 
 
 With tips from those who know, what-to-do explanations and fascinating facts, this survival guide will ensure you're armed and ready for your role as a new father - from discovery to delivery and beyond. 
A must-read for all fathers-to-be.

Rob Kemp

What to Expect in the First Year and Beyond

You read the pregnancy books, the nine months flew by without a hitch, the birth was brilliant and your healthy baby arrived on schedule. Job done, right? Often, the birth of your baby can feel like the end of the journey but really the adventure has only just begun. If you look down at you-junior, heart swelling with pride, then think 'What now?', this book is for you. 
 
In this essential guide for new dads, Rob Kemp - the bestselling author of The Expectant Dad's Survival Guide - reveals what to expect in the first 18 months, arming you with the tools you need to be a fantastic dad. Covering everything from how to bond with your baby and support his 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 brilliant job of it. 
 
Entertaining, informative, and packed full of expert advice, The New Dad's Survival Guide is the go-to guide for modern, hands-on dads.

Rob Kemp

Books by Rob Kemp

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