Fatherhood Parenting

Becoming a super dad isn’t by chance but by choice. Discover how you can become the best father and partner, one step at a time. It’s Friday morning, and you’re all set to shut the week with a bang. The big presentation went well, and your weekend is booked with friends and fun. Then your phone rings. It’s your partner on the other side, calling to break the big news: "You’re going to be a father!" As her words echo in your head, you can’t make sense of anything. The good news is that, although challenging, fatherhood is a joyous and enriching experience.

"This book is for those who, like me, struggled to find their way as fathers. If you've faced uncertainty, made mistakes, and learned from them, then this book is for you. I share my personal journey, from feeling lost to finding my way, and the lessons I learned along the way. With four sons and a late-in-life adoption, I've experienced the challenges of fatherhood firsthand. This book is my story of redemption, resilience, and growth. It's never too late to acknowledge past mistakes, make amends, and start anew."

In this golden little book, using fascinating true stories, Grandpa Mo shares five major life lessons he learned growing up and growing old. He reveals five amazing powers within to change and grow.

Cliff explains how to build a solid foundation for your children beginning at an early age. Married 35 years to a loving, supportive wife, and as the father of three wonderfully independent young adults, Cliff takes you through lessons learned over the years as to how generational wealth can be maintained only if the work ethic, values, and philanthropic endeavors that created this legacy are also passed down to the younger generation. Cliff gives practical, implementable ideas for you and your children to practice together.

Let’s face it - fatherhood doesn’t come naturally to all dudes. To make matters worse, most resources are focused on moms-to-be. There are books, support groups, and courses all tailored to the needs of new moms. Expectant dads, however, have their specific worries that need to be addressed. Feeling troubled by the future is nothing but natural. You’ll probably ask yourself a ton of questions - Will I be able to support my family financially? Will I know how to take good care of my child? Will the relationship with my partner change forever?

Black fathers play a pivotal role in the lives of our Black children. According to the 2011 US Census, nearly two in three (64 percent) African American children live in father-absent homes. However, we know all fathers are not absent. Society would have us to believe that black fathers are either in jail or on drugs and are no good to the community. The Black Father Perspective is a collaboration of men who have come together to give voice to a population that is often overlooked and underappreciated.

My name is Nazareth Rizkallah. I’m a dad as well as a professional comedian. Before my oldest son John was born, I became interested in learning how to father a child. My career allowed me to spend quality time with and interview influential men from pastors, rabbis, and leaders, to politicians. I found out from my interviews that the way a father treats his children would have a powerful impact on the way his children will raise their children. Like it or not, a father will leave a legacy.

Eric Willis addresses a wide variety of topics that boys and young men will assuredly face in their lifetime. With the voice of a caring father, he offers knowledge about finance, relationships, travel, education, tenacity, business, and more....

Unfortunately, babies do not come with instructions. They often cry, and you don’t know why. They like being cuddled one minute, and they hate it the next. They’re cute, but they’re also little tyrants who will occupy all of your partner’s attention in the very beginning. Today, millions of men are putting off fatherhood because they’re afraid. Are you one of these men?

Fatherhood can be a new and exciting time, but if you aren’t prepared, it can cause a whole host of challenges and difficulties. But now, this book uncovers how you can revolutionize your parenting skills and succeed in the world of fatherhood! Covering everything from the top tips you need to know to how you can manage the pressure of fatherhood, juggle your work and home life, and make enough time for your new child, this audiobook is your ultimate guide to improving your parenting skills and preventing these new responsibilities from overwhelming you.

When Marc Pittman had a son, he became the father he had always wanted to have. He told his boys everything, and they were honest with him in return. They unburdened their fears; told him their dreams; even admitted their sins. Despite the fact that his sons were star football players, they felt no shame in holding their father's hand in public. People told him he was lucky to have the relationship he did with his children, but Marc Pittman knew the truth - it wasn't luck, he worked at it every day. And then his eldest son, Cole, was killed in a traffic accident on the way to football practice

"Mit euren großen Augen schaut ihr mich an. Ihr scheint schon so viel von mir zu erwarten. Bald geht ihr sorglos an unserer Hand. Aber woran halten wir uns fest, wir Großen?" Ein Mann wird Vater, er ist stolz und glücklich, fühlt sich aber genauso oft ohnmächtig, wütend, hilflos. Auch angesichts bedrohlicher Zeiten, in denen einem selbst in der U-Bahn mulmig werden kann. Was ist das für eine Welt, in die unsere Kinder da hineinwachsen? Was geben wir an sie weiter, wie vermitteln wir ihnen die Umbrüche des Lebens? Ein berührender Text über die Kraft des Erinnerns, die Sorge vor der Zukunft und das flüchtige Glück unserer Zeit. Eine Liebeserklärung an die nächste Generation.

You've heard all about it in recent years - the number of stay-at-home dads in North America just keeps climbing, gender roles are evolving, and the traditional family unit will never be the same. The media loves to spit out endless stats and numbers, while trying to make sense of the broader effects on society at large. But, what all of these news stories are missing is a truly honest and entertaining perspective of an experienced stay-at-home father, and his decade-long journey from a typical working stiff to an atypical house husband.

Rick Marin is possibly the world’s most sports-challenged dad -- a guy who couldn’t tell you what channel ESPN was on, thinks the “Final Four” is a quartet of apocalyptic superheroes and hasn’t set foot in a stadium since the last Pink Floyd concert. Until his 6-year-old son utters the four most powerful words in the English language: “Dad, will you coach?”

First comes love, then comes marriage, then comes...Yikes! Thicke, the unforgettable dad on Growing Pains and an honorary Father of the Year in real life, provides a guideline for pregnanthood from a man's perspective in this 2000 Audie Award-winning presentation.

The day I inseminated my wife is the last day I ever had control of anything. Since then, I traded in my low-paying university job for a no-paying volunteer position as an at-home dad to a C.E.O. whose communication style consists of screaming directly in my face until I figure out what it is she wants, which often times does not exist. I have no lunch hour, no vacation days, and my bank account consists of a dilapidated envelope with a steadily disappearing $27 in it.

Entering the battlefield of divorce? Learn the do's and don'ts to achieve what's best for you and your kids. Hurtling toward a divorce disaster? Hoping to avoid the pitfalls that ruined the lives of your divorced friends and family members? Author L.J. Burke has been there, and he's here to get you through your divorce without an epic battle.

As a new dad, you're embarking on a journey filled with unforgettable experiences, from baby's first steps to hearing their first words (which might just be "Dada" if you're lucky). It's a rollercoaster ride of emotions, and a great sense of humor will be your trusty sidekick. In this joke book, we've compiled a collection of lighthearted and relatable jokes specifically tailored for first-time dads like you. Whether you need a good laugh after a long night of soothing a fussy baby or you want to share a chuckle with fellow dads in the trenches, these jokes are here to brighten your day.

Meet the parenting guide that promises NOT to make you a better parent. Dive into Gone in 30 Seconds and navigate the treacherous waters of fatherhood, where every dad is just one sticky hand away from a meltdown (and we're not talking about the kids). Author Jason Banks, a self-proclaimed master of dad-dodging, serves up a hearty helping of humor, teaching fathers everywhere the art of sneaking in a little "me time", even if it’s in the most unexpected of places.

Many fathers find their ability to be a connected father is not as innate as their child’s desire to have a connected father. The Father Code is written to fathers. This code of ethics helps fathers close the gap between their ability to connect and their child’s desire for connection.