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The First-Time Dad’s Survival Guide: Pregnancy Edition

Serve Your Partner, Bond with Your Baby, Build a Nest, and Become Empowered to Rock Fatherhood

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The First-Time Dad’s Survival Guide: Pregnancy Edition

By: Matthew Young
Narrated by: Jeff Bower
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Summary

You're going to be a dad. Incredible. Terrifying. Both at once.

The questions are already piling up. Am I ready for this? Can I actually do it? What does my partner need from me right now? Add a whirlwind of anxiety, excitement, and sleep-deprived panic — and it can feel like no one ever told you there was a manual.

There is now.

"The First-Time Dad's Survival Guide: Pregnancy Edition" is your A-Z companion through every stage of pregnancy, written by a father who made every mistake in the book — so you don't have to.

Inside, you'll discover:

  • A week-by-week breakdown of how you, your partner, and your baby are changing — physically and emotionally
  • Three powerful ways to bond with your baby before they even arrive
  • How to read the room during labour and actually be the support your partner needs
  • A complete Baby HQ checklist so nothing gets missed in the blur of preparation
  • How to feel confident handling, feeding, bathing, and clothing a newborn from day one
  • Everything you need to know about each trimester, labour, and what comes next

Whether you're in week 4 or week 38, this guide meets you exactly where you are and walks you through what's coming.

Press play and start the journey. Your baby needs a dad who shows up — and this is how you become that dad.

©2023 Matthew Young (P)2026 Matthew Young
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As an experienced dad, I wanted to find a resource that could help my son navigate his first pregnancy, and this book is exactly what I was looking for. It’s packed with practical advice that’s easy to follow, but it also covers the emotional aspects of becoming a dad for the first time. The week-by-week guide is especially useful, giving him a clear understanding of what to expect and how to support his partner. It’s written in a way that’s relatable for new dads without being overwhelming. If you’re looking to support a new dad in your life, this book is a great choice.

A Thoughtful Guide for New Dads—Perfect for My Son

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I love this one by Matthew Young! Surviving pregnancy typically seems pretty easy for dad right? Well, not if you take this approach. I appreciate how Young pulls in the concept of partnership and team through the pregnancy journey, as it should be. This is a must read for new dads to dive into pregnancy, birth, and becoming an empowered and engaged partner and father!

Partner is Key

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This audiobook is amazing for first-time dads! It provides practical advice, week-by-week guides, and essential checklists. It helped my friend feel confident and prepared. Highly recommend for any new dad!

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If you are a 1st-time dad and feeling overwhelmed by the prospect of fatherhood, this audiobook has the tips and strategies you have been looking for. It's practical, insightful, and reassuring, giving you everything you need from pregnancy to preparing for the baby's arrival. With this book, you can now understand what your partner and baby are experiencing, and the personal anecdotes make it relatable and comforting. The checklists and tips on bonding with your baby and handling newborn tasks will give you structure and help to keep you organized. After listening to this book, you will have the confidence you need to navigate fatherhood easily.

Amazing guidance for 1st time dads!

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This book is very helpful, it simplifies everything that seems so complicated about becoming a dad. You'd feel reassured knowing what to expect each week of the pregnancy. The tips on bonding with your baby even before birth would leave you feeling connected and excited. The checklists for baby preparation would make you feel organized and in control. The mix of personal stories and straightforward guidance would keep you engaged. A listen that turns the daunting into the doable.

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