
The Practical Guide for First-Time Dads
8 Key Tips to Build Self-Confidence, Strengthen Bonds with Your Baby & Partner, and Master Work-Life Balance to Become the Best Dad
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Theo Polo
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Lauren Kelley
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Be an I.N.V.O.L.V.E.D. first-time dad and discover the secrets to a rewarding and balanced fatherhood experience!
Becoming a dad is like unlocking a new level in the game of life – exciting, challenging, and completely transformative.
Statistically speaking, more than one-third of new dads are concerned about their mental health, juggling the responsibilities of a demanding career and the uncharted territory of parenting.
Dads often describe this time as an emotional rollercoaster filled with pride, love, fear, and confusion.
What if there was a manual to navigate you through these complexities of fatherhood, offering knowledge and support designed especially for your unique adventure as a father?
Inside this life-changing dad manual, you will discover:
- The I.N.V.O.L.V.E.D. framework, a comprehensive guide embracing every aspect of fatherhood to help new dads develop essential parenting skills
- Ways to strengthen your bond with your baby and partner
- The skills to juggle work, family, and personal time – make sure no aspect of your life is left behind
- Tools to handle sleep deprivation and stress – turn these obstacles into opportunities for growth
- How to recognize, process, and manage your emotions for a healthier, happier parenting experience
- Practical skills that make fatherhood both fun and fulfilling – from baby-proofing your home to mastering diaper changes, be the hands-on dad your child needs!
And much more!
Every journey starts with a step, and this book is that step towards a more confident, joyful, and balanced fatherhood.
Be a dad who’s fully INVOLVED and prepared for every moment.
©2024 Lauren Kelley (P)2024 Lauren KelleyWhat listeners say about The Practical Guide for First-Time Dads
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- Amanda B
- 14-01-25
Wonderful listen
Kelley does a wonderful job of covering topics that are so important to first-time dads in a succinct, practical way. I love when I can walk away from a book and immediately have a check list to make real change in my life. In less than 4 hours, this book covers: nurturing relationships, balance, obstacles, how to fully engage emotions, plus much more! My favorite part was about validating emotions, So important.
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- Butterflywings09
- 14-02-25
Essential for first time Dads!
The author gives clear, practical advice on bonding with your baby, supporting your partner, and maintaining a healthy work-life balance. The audiobook is encouraging, easy to follow, and filled with real-world tips that make the transition into fatherhood smoother. Highly recommended for any first-time dad looking to step into his new role with ease!
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- C. Mokofisi
- 26-02-25
For Any New Dad Looking to Navigate Fatherhood
Actionable advice on bonding with your baby, supporting your partner, and balancing work and family life. The I.N.V.O.L.V.E.D. framework is great, offering practical steps that make fatherhood feel more manageable and rewarding. It tackles real concerns like sleep deprivation, emotional well-being, and hands-on parenting skills in a relatable and encouraging way.
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- KC
- 15-02-25
A Practical and Encouraging Guide for New Dads
This audiobook made fatherhood less scary and more of an adventure that I can do. The I.N.V.O.L.V.E.D. model itself was really helpful in breaking things down into steps that are doable, and I appreciated the way it put so much stress on finding the balance between work, family, and maintaining myself. It also discussed emotional problems in a realistic and clear way. The narration was compelling, and it was easy to absorb the advice. If you’re a first-time dad looking for guidance and reassurance, this is a great listen.
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- The Fosters
- 24-02-25
A Solid Guide for New Dads
This book breaks down fatherhood in a way that makes a lot of sense. The straightforward advice on everything from diaper changes to baby-proofing cuts through the overwhelming information out there. What I thought worked best is how it addresses the emotional rollercoaster that comes along with this new territory—acknowledging fears and confusion alongside the joy. The statistics about fathers' mental health made me realize how common these struggles are. The career/parenting balance section could have been expanded imo. It touches on it but doesn't quite solve the real-world complexity. It is perfect for first-time dads looking for practical guidance without the condescension.
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- Alan
- 27-11-24
Very useful
A much needed guide for a dad who has no idea what to expect! This audio was great to give me some comfort while we expect our first baby and to ease my nerves with a million things going on around in my head! Well narrated, great advice that makes sense and the whole journey seems a lot more manageable now I have this pocket guide to fatherhood. Highly recommended.
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- Ace East
- 24-02-25
A Confident Plan for 1st time Dads!
Kelley's audiobook, Practical Guide for 1st time Dads, gives new dads looking for clear, plain language advice without being overwhelmed with watch-words or non-specific ideas.
The narration covers common issues like bonding with your baby to balancing work & relationships as well as self-care which is sometimes overlooked.
This recording helps first-time fathers feel more prepared and confident in their incredible journey of being a Dad!!!
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- chen06
- 06-01-25
Helped My Cousin Feel Ready!
I picked this up for my cousin, who’s about to become a dad, and he told me it’s been a real boost to his confidence. The advice feels relevant for modern life—covering everything from keeping a healthy mindset to balancing work and family. He especially liked the tips on bonding with both the baby and his partner, which seemed to ease some worries he had. He also mentioned how the routines and organizational ideas made early parenthood sound less intimidating.
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- Ilovemykids
- 14-02-25
Strong Resource for New Dads
This book has such great advice for new dads. It prepares new dads because it focuses on what to expect, what things will be hard, and how not to forget how enjoyable fatherhood is. The author does a good job speaking directly to dads without being intimidating for such a big time in their lives. The expected anxiety and stress of working and raising a family and still having time for your partner are some of the strong areas of this book, and I think it will help any new father out there.
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- HYL
- 28-02-25
Navigating a new chapter of life
As a mother, I know first hand the challenges and rewards of being a parent. There were not so many guides for the Dad back then. So I am glad to see this book for the first-time Dad, providing practical guide to care for the family. The INVOLVE framework is a comprehensive guide which is easy to follow with clear steps. While the hands-on practical skills to care for the baby is exactly what a new mother will need the help for. Being a dad can be both happy and scary. It is an important change in the family from two to three or more people, and a completely new dynamics for the home will happen. It is important to get well prepared both emotionally and physically.
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