Fathers to Be Handbook [Paperback]

Patrick M. Houser (Author)

Product Details

• Paperback: 160 pages
• Publisher: Creative Life Systems Ltd (October 7, 2007)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1903789109
• ISBN-13: 978-1903789100
• Product Dimensions: 6.9 x 4.3 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 5 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,005,185 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Patrick Houser is a father and a grandfather. In 1980 Patrick's son Jeremy was born in water, the first documented waterbirth in the USA. This birth was the result of a 3 year enquiry into birth stimulated by the traumatic results of his first son's arrival in 1976.

Over the years Patrick has attended many births and supported many parents. He has also owned a construction company, marketing firm and holistic health center. Following his son's waterbirth he lectured and was interviewed by print media, radio and television, including Phil Donahue, the Oprah of the 80's.

In July 2006, Mr. Houser, and his colleague Elmer Postle, began Fathers-To-Be (www.fatherstobe.org ). F2B is an initiative supporting education and creative engagement in fatherhood for parents and birthcare professionals. He presents keynote lectures and workshops worldwide for parents and professionals. He has lived in the UK since 1998.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Essential reading for expectant fathers, March 28, 2011

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Jeane Rhodes (Lakewood, CO United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Fathers to Be Handbook (Paperback)

This little gem of a book needs to be in the home of all fathers-to-be, whether just contemplating starting a family or well on your way to fatherhood. It's also delightful reading for parents of any age. It's the perfect gift for expectant parents and must-reading for grandparents. So much has been learned in the past half-century about the importance of the first nine months of life and this book is a much needed addition to the available information, as it's in the small, but growing, area addressing the importance of fathers.