Pregnancy for Dads – A Book Collection by Blinkist
When you become a father for the first time, you feel numerous mixed emotions. On the one hand, you’re excited and can’t wait to hold your little one. On the other hand, you’re scared and asking yourself questions like, “Am I ready? Will I be a good father?” In times like these, some soon to be dads start looking for “pregnancy for dads” books to read.
No matter the level of anxiety you feel, the fact that you’re reading this article means that you’re on the right path. It means you’re eager to learn how to be a good father. Firstly, we want to say congratulations! We are here to help you find the best pregnancy for dads books that would make this journey easier for you.
In this special feature, Blinkist the Knowledge app presents the best books for expecting dads. Read through, pick, and start acquiring all the knowledge you need to become an incredible father.
The Best Books for the Best Dads – Let’s Do This Right
The books you find on this list will provide you with guidance on how to navigate your new role with confidence. These books were written by people who have been on this journey before you, so all the tips you find in them are borne out of their practical experience. So, if you’re ready to get started, so are we! Let’s dive into it.
1. We’re Pregnant! by Adrian Kulp
We're Pregnant!
- 14 min reading time
- audio version available
Adrian Kulp’s We’re Pregnant is a handbook for first-time expectant fathers. It provides a couple of simplified approaches to navigating the ups and downs of pregnancy alongside your partner. Written from a male perspective, this book features some questions you must ask doctors and presents guidance on the help that your partner and baby need from month to month.
The author shares insight from his personal experience as a first-time dad. From the initial shock of receiving the news to the excitement and anxiety of the doctor’s appointment and handling all the rollercoaster emotions his wife displayed, Kulp bares it all in this book. After reading this text, you will feel like you already know it all, and you will navigate this journey with ease.
2. Dude, You’re Gonna Be a Dad! by John Pfeiffer
Dude, You’re Gonna Be a Dad!
- 12 min reading time
- audio version available
It’s very common for guys to look and act clueless when they’re expecting their first child. This humorous and informative handbook will help you to avoid looking like a complete novice. Using a relatable writing style, the author captures the thoughts and emotions of first-time dads as they prepare for fatherhood.
This handbook gives you an insight into what women go through at every stage of pregnancy. It also teaches you about their needs, how to make them happy, and how to ease the process for them. Armed with the wealth of knowledge in this book, you’ll be completely ready to step into your new responsibilities and ace them all.
3. The Book You Wish Your Parents Had Read (and Your Children Will Be Glad That You Did) by Philippa Perry
Many children never had a close bond with their parents. While growing up, many of them swore that they must share this closeness with their children. In The Book You Wish Your Parents Had Read, Philippa Perry teaches how parents can nurture a beautiful bond with their children.
Drawing from her experience as a psychotherapist and parent, the author provides valuable insight into how to navigate the murky waters of parenthood. The book covers a range of topics like effective communication, understanding child development, building resilience, and creating a relationship that would make your child trust you more than anyone else.
4. The Happiest Baby on the Block by Harvey Karp
If you ask many parents what they wish they could control in their babies, most of them would say “Crying!”. Babies cry for no reason. They cry “just because they can”. Or maybe they want to communicate something to you, but they don’t know how. A crying baby leaves parents confused and helpless, especially if you’ve done everything you can to make them stop. Well, in The Happiest Baby on the Block, Dr. Harvey Karp helps us to solve this problem.
This bestseller teaches parents how to soothe crying babies and create a happy environment for the entire family. The author presents methodology for soothing crying babies. He demonstrates how to use these techniques, to create a womb-like environment that makes babies feel calm.
This book is a must-read for every first-time parent and anyone who wants to know how to handle infants.
5. The Power of Showing Up by Daniel J. Siegel and Tina Payne Bryson
The Power of Showing Up
- 16 min reading time
- audio version available
Many men do not realize that being a father isn’t just about providing. Being a father involves much more, and the most important aspect of being a father is being present in your child’s life.
Statistics have shown that kids who grew up with their fathers present in their life generally turn out better than those with absent fathers. In The Power of Showing Up, Siegel and Bryson teach fathers the power and influence that their presence has in their child’s life.
This parenting book teaches the importance of being consistently present and the role it plays in a child’s emotional development. Drawing from recent studies on neuroscience, child development, and attachment history, the authors share the secrets of understanding a child’s emotional and physical needs.
Even if you and your partner get separated, this book will teach you how to remain present in your child’s life. It also provides insight into how to navigate through the huddles of co-parenting.
Pregnancy for Dads – a Book Collection
If you’re looking for more pregnancy for dads books, you should check the Best Pregnancy Books Collection on Blinkist. There you will find books like Common Sense Pregnancy, The Art of Waiting, Expecting Better, and others that will better equip you for the journey ahead.
With Blinkist, you don’t have to spend long hours reading these books. They have been summarized into short podcasts using only the key ideas and most important lessons in the book. Create a Blinkist account today and start your free trial. You will be glad you did – probably your partner and kid as well.
