Father's First Steps: 25 Things Every New Dad Should Know (Hardcover)

~ Robert W. Sears (Author), James M. Sears (Author) "Your baby was born just a few hours ago..." (more)
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Product Description

Leading childcare experts Drs. Robert and James Sears draw on their experience as fathers and pediatricians to discuss 25 important aspects of new fatherhood, including supporting the mother during labor, bonding with baby, deciphering baby talk, being a good husband as well as a good father, and more. For anyone anticipating fatherhood with a mixture of joy and jitters, this reassuring book is the perfect resource.

About the Author

Drs. Robert and James Sears are fathers and pediatricians in private practice with their father, Dr. William Sears, one of the country’s leading pediatricians. Robert and James co-authored The Premature Baby Book and the best-selling The Baby Book. They appear regularly on TV and in print media as parenting experts and are active contributors to the Web site AskDrSears.com.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 160 pages
• Publisher: Harvard Common Press (June 6, 2006)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 155832335X
• ISBN-13: 978-1558323353
• Product Dimensions: 6.1 x 6.1 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (19 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #27,977 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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19 of 20 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Best New Father Book I've Found, August 27, 2007

By	Tod Booth (San Francisco, CA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

I'm not quite a father yet, but will be soon. I've read a few of these new father books, and many are just terrible -- full of lame jokes, and treating us like we're bumbling, beer-swilling, EPN-watching idiots. This is the first one of these that gave me what I was looking for -- straight, no-nonsense info (with some quiet humor included) about diaper-changing, baby-holding, money-saving, and pep-talk advice on being an involved dad, and treating us like we have the intelligence, humor and eagerness to raise a child. Don't let the cutesy-poo cover and illustrations put you off, this is a great book for dads AND moms (my wife loved it too).

7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Perfect gift for new dads!, June 12, 2006

By	D. Williams (Newport Beach, CA USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

I first heard about this book when Dr. Bob appeared on CNN American Morning. I've already purchased several copies for friends who are expecting or have new babies at home. The dads (and moms!) love it - great, common sense advice that helps dads feel at-ease with the new baby. I highly recommend this book!

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Practical Fun Read, August 16, 2006

By	Ransom (Dallas, TX) - See all my reviews

I wish I could have read this before my twin boys were born. The style was honest and fun while giving simple and straight forward pro-tips. It is a quick and enjoyable read. The practical content answers a number of key questions, I had as a new father.