When it comes to pregnancy, we often put all the foresight on the expectant mother, expecting her to learn about each stage of the pregnancy and master it along the way. We need to realize that expecting fathers need the same kind of support and resources.
With a new baby that’s going to be around in a few months, preparing yourself for the best and the worst is a father’s duty. And pregnancy-related books can help with just that.
If you are kind of nervous but want to learn more about pregnancy and to parent to equip yourself as a dad better, we’d recommend reading until the end of this article for all the best tips and books.
9 Best Books That Every Expecting Dad Should Read
There are numerous books for expecting dads in the market and online. You have a few bestsellers and a few underrated books that many people aren’t aware of.
That said, we have sorted the list to include our top 9 picks we think every father should read before stepping into fatherhood.
1. The Expectant Father
Written by: Armin A. Brott and Jennifer Ash Rudick
What is it about: Breakdown of mental, physical, and emotional transition throughout the pregnancy from a male perspective.
If you are looking for some basic idea of how pregnancy and fatherhood will be, The Expectant Father is the best book. The book consists of monthly updates, which highlight different aspects of the physical, mental, and emotional transition that a man experiences throughout their partner’s pregnancy.
What’s great about this book is that it’s written from a first-person perspective. So, every little detail written in this book is experienced first-hand by the authors. The book also shares tips that expectant fathers can follow to ensure they are helping out their partner in every way possible.
The best part is that you get access to a comprehensive resources section that you can refer to in times of need.
2. Dude, You’re Gonna Be a Dad!
Written by: John Pfeiffer
What is it about: Complete guidebook for expecting dads
Next up on the list is this one, which covers all the pointers that every dad has to take care of in the next nine months of pregnancy. What’s great about this book is the simple and connecting language. Nothing about this book is formal and uptight. Instead, you can witness the author navigating through the pregnancy as he steps into fatherhood.
More than the actual fatherhood, the book focuses on every little way a would-be father can help their partner throughout these nine months of pregnancy. From providing physical to emotional support, this book covers all bases.
If you want to equip yourself as the best partner and eventually the best father to your child, this is the book for you.
3. A Dude’s Guide to Baby Size
Written by: Taylor Calmus
What is it about: Know all about the baby’s development with a side of comedic genius.
When you open any popular pregnancy book (primarily written for the mother), you will find the baby’s development compared to the size of fruits or other food items. While that’s great, it might not be every dad’s cup of tea.
This book helps a to-be dad navigate through their child’s appearance and development throughout the pregnancy. Instead of comparing the baby’s size to a raspberry or grain or rice, the book uses real-life and relatable examples that dads would relate to.
It is a complete guide every father would need as they step into fatherhood. From pregnancy guides to fun facts about the baby’s growth, the book more or less covers everything.
4. The New Dad’s Playbook: Gearing Up for the Biggest Game of your Life
Written by: Benjamin Watson
What is it about Journey from pregnancy to becoming a dad.
Written by the Superbowl champion, this pregnancy book is like a holy grail for every new dad. If this is your first rodeo and you aren’t aware of any little detail, this book should walk you through them all. From the nitty gritty about pregnancy to the transition to becoming a dad when the baby arrives, you get to experience it all via this book.
What’s great about this book is the playfulness in words. Instead of being overwhelming, the book is well-paced and contains factual information and practical advice every first-time dad needs.
5. We’re Pregnant! The First Time Dad’s Pregnancy Handbook
Written by: Adrian Kulp
What is it about: Funny and comedic guide to becoming a father.
If you are looking for a quick crash course to becoming a first-time father, this book is perfect. Although the language is quite funny and comedic, everything this book mentions is factual. As a first-time dad, you get to learn about your baby’s growth and development to the birth plan.
The comprehensive guide also helps the to-be fathers to help their partners as they carry their child and get ready to give birth down the road. Some chapters also bring you a list of questions you need to ask your doctor to ensure your partner’s and their child’s optimal well-being.
6. The Baby Owner’s Manual
Written by: Louis Borgenicht and Joe Borgenicht
What is it about: Teaches to-be fathers to be equal partners during pregnancy.
Most pregnancy books you come across online paint the fathers as useless or non-essential during the pregnancy. It is far from the truth because fathers greatly support their partners throughout the pregnancy.
Although men can never physically experience pregnancy or understand what their partners are going through, they can at least be supportive during times of need. What’s great about this book is that it contains illustrations for easy understanding.
7. The New Dad’s Survival Guide
Written by: Scott Mactavish
What is it about: Learn about stepping up as a new parent.
Most pregnancy books focus on the subject Pregnancy. But what about things once the baby is here? How do you navigate through sleepless nights, constant cries, and the woes of parenthood?
This book walks every new dad through the post-pregnancy period. From understanding how to support your partner post-pregnancy to surviving sleep deprivation, the book walks every father through the different stages of parenthood.
8. Expectant Dad’s Survival Guide: Everything You Need to Know
Written by: Rob Kemp
What is it about: Ideal for dads who are hesitant about fatherhood.
Becoming parents isn’t a walk in the park. As joyful as the whole experience is, no one is ready to take on the responsibility of becoming a first-time parent. There is a lot at stake, and you must take on multiple roles to make things work.
This book sensitizes the readers to the idea of becoming a father. If you are hesitant about the whole situation and want to do better, this is it.
9. From Dude to Dad: The Diaper Dude Guide to Pregnancy
Written by: Chris Pegula
What is it about: Learn about a mother’s experience through each trimester of pregnancy.
As to-be fathers, most men don’t realize how difficult pregnancy is on their partners. From hormonal to physical changes, a woman goes through a lot during each trimester of pregnancy.
This guide walks you through every single trimester, the changes your partner experiences, and what you can do to support them better. And, in the meanwhile, you also learn a trick or two about fatherhood.
Conclusion
There are so many different books on fatherhood and parenthood in general. If this is your first time becoming a dad, we understand that things are nerve-wracking. Don’t worry, though, because you got it. You will be a fantastic father, and your partner is lucky to have you throughout this beautiful journey of creating a new life.
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