Dad's Expecting Too: Advice, Tips, and Stories for Expectant Fathers (Gift from Wife for Fathers to Be or New Dads)

My husband bought this book when we found out we were expecting our first baby. Since then we have given this to every New Dad we know and everyone has the same conclusion which is this book is fantastic. It’s extremely funny, helpful, knowledgeable, and makes for a very good easy read. Being on the other side as the woman, when my husband read some of the Advice given for new Dads it in my opinion was spot on! Get this if you know someone who is becoming a first time Dad or you yourself is! You won’t be disappointed!

Had laughs and a cry in the same paragraph. Going to be a dad and now know how awesome it can be.

Its basically a bunch of stories of how some guy messed up, followed by what to do correctly.

I first borrowed it from my local library and then went out and bought it because 1. I didn't get to finish reading it & 2. It was a great read. This book should be required reading material for any man that has any fears about pregnancy and being a supportive partner. It is a great bonding experience for us as she loves to hear Harlan's informative and hilarious takes on the various stages of pregnancy.

This book really tries to drill into the reader variations on the same idea: your pregnant, hormone-fueled wife will at all times have to be handled with kid gloves and we as the insensitive clueless partners should cater to their every whim. To be fair, he raises some valid points but seems to think every idea must be discussed in length, share a semi-amusing anecdote, then follow it up with bulleted points finding 2 dozen ways to repeat the same message. The goal of the book seems to be teaching us to avoid the pitfalls of the "accidental a-hole". What the author seems to forget is that any dude who willingly picks up and reads a book like this is already someone who takes an above average interest in the welfare of his pregnant wife -- it goes without saying we shouldnt call our wives fat and doesnt have to be reiterated every chapter. Most of what he says is just common sense and again, if you're the type of guy to buy a book like this, then you probably have done some research already and wont benefit a whole lot from this. Other than the laughs I got from the garage fart story and bratwurst sex tip, the pertinent info contained in this book could probably be condensed into an informational brochure

I stayed ahead of where my wife was during the pregnancy, I always felt informed and had answers to questions that came up. Just this one book kept me informed during the process. I've given copies to several of my friends who are expectant fathers.

Just buy this book. I am reading for the second time. The book is well written for either gender but guys it really gets us and the way we interpret information!

Useful in some areas but does not warrant 500+ pages. Made it about halfway through the book and decided it wasn't worth my time when the book keeps telling you the way you should and shouldn't act so as not to offend your pregnant partner. If you can't start to play that aspect by ear as you're going through the pregnancy, then that's something you have to deal with that no amount of reading will help. If you need advice on where to birth or what to buy to get prepared, this book might be beneficial to you. However, in our case, we do our own research and make decisions based on that. Things will happen during the pregnancy that will cause stress, heartache, and fuel tempers, and that's when you as a couple have to deal with situations in your own civilized way without either one taking the brunt of it all or getting walked all over.

Very clear and concise even when in compact mode as this book is. I really like that it is quoted continually from real expectant parents and those that already have children. I have three kids and there are things in there that I have never even thought of. Some parts were irrelevant to me as I live in Canada, so I skipped them, however good to have reference as I do live right next to the boarder. The humour in this is excellent as well, it takes a serious and challenging experience and makes it as enjoyable as possible. I think its great that this mainly addressed to men, an often overlooked part of this process, it made me consider my partner's feelings and his part in this process a lot more than I would have ever thought necessary. Thank you for that. My only issue was the parts about handling a newborn; it tells fathers that their partners will basically have no time for them for a while right after the baby is born, and to just accept that. I think it would be better if it is explained that it's nothing personal, but that newborns really do take up about 99% of the primary caregiver's time (usually mom) and there simply is NO TIME to give to anything, or anyone else. Not to mention the fact that it can take months to physically recover from childbirth. All of this may be obvious to some, but I still think the book would benefit from including this. I am very glad I purchased this, and can't wait for my partner to read this as this child we're expecting will be HIS first.

First time father to be here. I realize full well that the mom to be is the star of the show, don't get me wrong. She's the one that's going through so much more, physically, emotionally and spiritually. But...I felt like "Hey! I"m super stoked too..and scared...and happy and...I have no idea what I'm doing!" I was really surprised at how little (or none at all) programs and support groups there were out there for expecting fathers. I could throw a rock in any direction in any neighbourhood in my city and hit programs and support groups for expecting moms. But none for dads and what they were going through.Then, ironically, shopping for books for my partner, this one popped up. It went right into my cart.I only just got it yesterday and i"m 150-something pages in.Finally! Something from the guy's perspective. But, on top of that, the author also gets expecting mom's views and opinions and references many helpful books, medical and otherwise and basically (it seems so far) covers everything from the moment that little pee stick shows a positive to dealing with an (understandably) emotional and hungry partner.It's also got humour throughout and let's face it, that just makes it even better.The stories are great and right from the mouths of expectant fathers, mothers and those already with kids.I couldn't recommend this book more to any Dad out there (it covers even those adopting) that is like me, excited and over-joyed (but still a bit scared...in a good way) and who really wants to be a part of the process with your partner.Like I said, only 150-something pages in and I can't recommend it enough.Congrats to all the fellow dad's to be out there. Enjoy this while you can!