Fatherhood Parenting

If you grew up without a father figure, you may be concerned about whether you have what it takes to be a great dad. Author Kendall Smith, son of a single mother, takes you under his wing, sharing the wisdom he has gathered from his own experience as a father, from observing other dads, and from interviewing various generations of men.

In 2010 former gang leader turned community activist Big Mike Cummings asked UCLA gang expert Jorja Leap to co-lead a group of men struggling to be better fathers in Watts, South Los Angeles. These men, black and brown, from late adolescence to middle age, come together each week to help one another answer the question "how can I be a good father when I've never had one?"

Did you know that in the United States alone, more than one in four children live in a home without a father? When Alec Lace recognized this crisis and launched his parenting podcast 2018, his mission was simple: to give dads an opportunity to encourage others, by sharing the experiences and wisdom they’ve gained during their respective journeys.

Get ready to be swept away by the touching and unforgettable story of Israel Rain. This heartwarming tale is about a father's undying love for his daughter, Mia, and how their connection endures even beyond death.

Roman Gaida – Vater von vierjährigen Zwillingen und Topmanager – zeigt, wie man Karriere und Familie verbinden kann, ohne sich selbst, die Partnerin, die Kids oder den Job gänzlich zu vernachlässigen. Die Kunst dabei ist, die eigene Einstellung und individuelle Situation richtig zu durchdenken: Was sind jetzt die richtigen Karriereschritte? Was bedeutet Erfolg für mich? Was ist wichtig, was nice-to-have und wie finde ich den richtigen Arbeitgeber?

Of all the worldly experiences, nothing beats being a dad! But to enjoy this momentous new role to the max, you’re going to need some indispensable advice…from a man! For moms, there are a ton of books preparing them for every change and every stage. Let’s face it, the only set of instructions men get is the one in the pregnancy test. To make the process less daunting, you need to know exactly what new responsibilities you will have and what challenges lay ahead of you. This is why a dad of three has put together the man’s manual on pregnancy, babies, and toddlers.

Ouderschap is een opmerkelijke reis, vol momenten van vreugde, uitdagingen en persoonlijke groei. Of je nu een nieuwe ouder bent die door de onbekende wateren van luierwissels en slapeloze nachten navigeert of een doorgewinterde veteraan bent die je kinderen door de complexiteit van de adolescentie begeleidt, dit boek is bedoeld om inzicht, begeleiding en aanmoediging te bieden.

Become a super dad-to-be and enjoy every minute of it without getting overwhelmed. There are more than 70 million dads in the United States, and soon you’ll be joining their ranks as a first-time father. However, becoming a new dad can be a roller coaster ride of joyful anticipation and fearful moments for most men. Do you worry about not knowing what to expect, let alone how to respond? In this timely audiobook for first-time fathers, you’ll uncover a wealth of practical wisdom.

Traut euch, Väter! Es wurde viel darüber gesagt, was Väter alles falsch machen: dass sie sich nicht genügend für ihre Kinder engagieren, dass sie "toxisch männlich" sind. Aber was macht man, wenn man es als Vater genau richtig machen möchte? Um das zu beantworten, befragt Tillmann Prüfer Expert:innen und erzählt Erlebnisse aus dem eigenen Leben als Vater. Zum Beispiel gilt es heute als erwiesen, dass Väter keineswegs weniger geeignet sind, einem Kind emotionale Nähe zu geben als Mütter. Jetzt gilt es nur noch, diese guten Botschaften in die Tat umzusetzen.

When Your Hand Is in the Lion's Mouth is a narrative non-fiction told in forty-two stories that is a father-daughter memoir. The foundational paternal love, wisdom and life lessons shared can father us all, and at 96 years young, he keeps inspiring and teaching us with his foundational practical wisdom. Not often enough do we hear of great black fathers in our stories or media, one that goes beyond stereotype, shining a light on a devoted man who lifts and enlightens. Green is one of those men.

We are at war with complacency, abdication of responsibilities, anxiety, and those who are hell-bent on the eradication of anything resembling whole, healthy, and authentic masculinity. One of the greatest weapons we have in the fight is to live deliberately and with the courage to earnestly tend the fire God has placed in our hearts. Mike Yarbrough inspires and equips men to break free from the status quo and take up the High Calling of manliness. Filled with timeless principles, poetic insights, and touching humor, this book is a must-listen for every man in every season of life.

Väter, wie Kinder sie brauchen. Weil Vater sein Glück und Herausforderung zugleich bedeutet, ist es umso hilfreicher, tragfähige Werte zu entwickeln, den eigenen Perfektionismus auf den Prüfstand zu stellen und Beziehungen auf Augenhöhe zu etablieren – und dabei sich selbst nicht zu vergessen. Carsten Vonnoh bietet Alternativen zu herkömmlichen Erziehungsmustern, kreative Ideen und praktische Tipps, die das Zusammenleben in der Familie leichter und schöner machen. Damit es Vätern gut geht und sie die bestmögliche Basis für die Entwicklung ihrer Kinder legen können.

¿Tu pareja acaba de darte una sacudida con la gran "palabra con la E" y ahora te das cuenta de repente de que no tienes ni idea de lo que se supone que debes hacer al respecto? ¿Estás emocionado y aterrorizado al mismo tiempo y realmente pensabas que estarías más preparado para esto de lo que te sientes actualmente? Quizá sea algo inesperado, o quizá lleves tiempo intentándolo, pero de repente es verdad: ¡vas a ser papá!

As a father, you will have a huge impact on what kind of person your child grows into. It can be exciting, but also daunting, uplifting, and exhausting…and leave you wondering where to start and what to do. A strong relationship, a happy family, and raising a healthy child all start with you! It’s never too late to start making mindful and deliberate choices in your parenting - with a conscious approach to fatherhood, you can feel like (and actually be) a good father! This parenting handbook is designed by a real-life dad who’s been exactly where you are now.

Um dos maiores especialistas em finanças pessoais do país, Gustavo Cerbasi compartilha os princípios que nortearam sua trajetória, extraindo deles ensinamentos universais e mostrando como aplicá-los para crescer na carreira e na vida pessoal. Sua infância foi de poucos luxos, mas ele contou com a riqueza de quatro figuras paternas: o pai biológico, o avô materno, um tio e o técnico de natação. Eles foram os pilares de sua formação e protagonizam as tocantes histórias deste livro.

He spent over three decades proudly serving his country. But his greatest lessons came from one unique bond. For Dr. Burl Randolph, Jr., leadership began at home as a young boy. Though his father was a man of few words, he was molded by his parents' actions for a future filled with achievement. And when the decorated military officer faced his own retirement, he recalled the profound message his dad imparted many years before: "A man ought to always stay busy."

After separation and divorce, the greatest misconception some end up believing is that raising a child is primarily a mother’s responsibility. While the role of the mother is undoubtedly essential, a father disregarding his part in their children’s lives is extremely unfair, incorrect, and irresponsible. On the other hand, what is to be done when the parents split up? How is a father to nurture his children all by himself? Glen Warren’s I Am a Father Forever holds the answer to all these questions, and much more.

Compass is one man's journey from growing up with a single mom and finding people along the way that mold him into a man and a father. As a way of connecting with his wife and daughters, he sets a goal of throwing as much of America at them as he can. Driving, flying, hiking. Big cities, small towns. Taking them over a three year period to all 50 state capitols, every Presidential library, over 50 National Parks.

Aprender a ser padre/madre no es fácil, aquí algunos tips para hacerlo con una visión de pareja y para que esta etapa que será para siempre no influya de manera negativa con la relación.

"Hilfe, ich werde Vater!" Fast alle Mütter machen einen Geburtsvorbereitungskurs, doch Väter stehen den so genannten "Hechelkursen" oft skeptisch gegenüber oder finden dort nicht genügend Raum für ihre Fragen - und so stolpern viele eher orientierungslos in das "Projekt Baby". Dieses Hörbuch ist der erste artgerechte Geburtsvorbereitungskurs für werdende Väter. Nicola Schmidt und Klaus Althoff vermitteln alle Informationen, die Sie benötigen, um selbstreflektiert und unterstützend die Zeit von Schwangerschaft, Geburt und Vaterschaft erleben zu können.