Fatherhood Parenting

In Love Your Life, David Shuley—father, husband, faith leader, and wealth advisor—shares the heartfelt lessons he first wrote for his children, now narrated in his own voice for you. This audiobook blends personal stories, practical wisdom, and down-to-earth advice to help you build a life of joy, balance, and purpose.

Intentional Fatherhood serves as a reassuring guide for your entrance through the realm of expectancy. This audiobook helps dads-to-be realize the impact of the purposeful actions taken, and enlightens listeners with information on fecundity, prenatal care, delivery, postnatal care, work-life balance, financial planning, and a whole lot more.

A funny and intimate look at fatherhood from the actor and writer/director of The Boss and Tammy that combines stories about his own larger-than-life dad and how his experiences raising two daughters with his wife, Melissa McCarthy, are shaped by his own childhood. Though he's best known for his appearances in the movie Enough Said, as well as his hilarious role as Air Marshall Jon in Bridesmaids, Ben Falcone isn't a big shot movie star director at home. There, he's just Dad.

What is it about fathers and father figures that looms so large in the lives of so many? So wonders Patton Dodd in this intimate reflection and memoir in which he wrestles with a dad-sized hole, the gap between the father he yearned to have and the father he got—an absent-while-present alcoholic whose unreliability caused chaos for everyone around him. This struggle with the father he was given led to a variety of substituted: fathers he created, from an imaginary "Papa Friend" to male mentors he turned into father figures.

В отличие от теплоты и любви, о которых большинство людей рефлекторно вспоминают при слове "мать", слово "отец" вызывает противоречивые чувства. В корейском обществе считается, что отец — это опора семьи, поэтому, когда рождается ребенок, мужчина изо всех сил старается вести себя в соответствии с ролью "хорошего отца". Но кто такой "хороший отец"? Это мифическое существо, которым старается стать каждый? Это тот, кто все знает и кому никогда не бывает больно или страшно. Но ребенку нужен не "хороший отец", а "просто папа". Для этого достаточно быть самим собой и находиться рядом.

Michael Dowdy perceives the world as a poet, one with an anxiety disorder. As a result he has rarely experienced fathering or his relationship with his daughter, A, as a linear narrative. Rather, his impressions of fathering coalesce in encounters with the conditions of our time, producing intense flashes of awareness and emotion.

Joe Sealey was watching his son play for Manchester United's Under-14s when a man came up to him and said: "I've got your dad's book". Joe's father, Les, had been Manchester United's goalkeeper but had died of a heart attack in 2001 at the age of 43. His death tormented Joe, who had been West Ham's reserve keeper. Joe had given up on football, slipping into an alcohol and drug addiction that almost killed him. He had forgotten what his father's voice sounded like. Now, here it was in form of a Tupperware box full of cassette tapes.

Compass is one man's journey from growing up with a single mom and finding people along the way that mold him into a man and a father. As a way of connecting with his wife and daughters, he sets a goal of throwing as much of America at them as he can. Driving, flying, hiking. Big cities, small towns. Taking them over a three year period to all 50 state capitols, every Presidential library, over 50 National Parks.

Purposeful Fathering: Empowering Dads to Make a Lasting Impact provides practical strategies and insights to help you navigate fatherhood with confidence.

Michael Parkinson's relationship with his late father, John William, was, and remains, a family love story overflowing with tenderness and tall tales of sporting valour, usually involving Yorkshire cricket or Barnsley FC. However, it was the overwhelming grief which poured out of Michael when Piers Morgan pressed him about John William in a television interview that convinced one of the outstanding broadcasters and journalists of our time to delve deeper into the dynamics of their lives together.

Father of three, Motivational Speaker and Influencer Bodé Aboderin (AKA Papa B) is on a mission to show the world that Black fatherhood is not only compatible with ambition, but can inspire, nourish and amplify it too. Doing away with the negative stereotypes associated with being a Black dad in Britain, Papa B is using his natural flair for motivational speech to share the joyful and transformative journey of starting a family, including the challenges involved and the opportunities to grow along the way.

Dad Rookie is the Game-Changing Pregnancy Guide for First-Time Dads—packed with pregnancy survival tips, newborn care advice, baby bonding techniques, emotional self-care strategies, and expert fatherhood preparation for expecting dads. Do you feel insecure and inexperienced about newborn care? Maybe nervous about handling a baby and worry about doing something wrong? If you’re a first-time dad staring at a positive pregnancy test and feeling both excited and overwhelmed by what lies ahead, you’re not alone!

Was bedeutet es wirklich, als Vater präsent zu sein? Wie gelingt der Sprung von guten Absichten zu gelebter Verantwortung? Und warum ist Elternzeit für Männer nicht nur ein persönliches Abenteuer, sondern ein gesellschaftliches Statement? Dieses Buch ist dein Begleiter auf dem Weg zu echter Gleichberechtigung in der Familie. Es zeigt dir, warum Männer heute mehr denn je gefordert sind, aktiv Elternzeit zu gestalten – und wie du Hindernisse überwindest, Zweifel mutig annimmst und deinen eigenen Weg findest.

In this relatable and empowering book, André Sisk, a father of 10 and seasoned storyteller, takes you on a deeply personal journey through his 21+ years of parenting. With humor, vulnerability, and wisdom, he explores the realities of modern parenthood—from embracing imperfection to celebrating small wins and fostering meaningful connections with your kids.

Anchor Man presents the high calling of fatherhood, the traits of a Christian father, the adventures that await him as he interacts with his children, and the significance of his role as a good family man. Steve Farrar presents these roles and responsibilities in a way any man wanting to increase his understanding of his place in the family, and our society, can put into action every day.

Neil Sinclair is back with this briefing on how to inspire and entertain your kids in the great outdoors. Suitable for children aged three and up, this field guide is loaded with dozens of activities, games, and crafts for you and your troops to enjoy. These Forest School mission briefs will make sure your squad learns valuable skills, stays safe and has a lot of fun. Embrace the tried-and-tested Commando Dad approach to parenting and embark on some unforgettable outdoor adventures.

You are about to become a father and you want to be prepared for what's to come. You also want to support your partner through everything. Raising a baby comes with a lot of surprises. The truth is, most parents just rush it. But expecting your first child is a well-researched terrain for which there are many successful tips and strategies.

„Wenn dir eine Hebamme etwas von Schlafmustern bei Neugeborenen erzählt hat, hat sie gelogen!“ Sonnenaufgänge bestimmen fortan nicht mehr euren Tagesablauf. Dafür jede Menge Babysabber, Rülpsvorgänge, pralle Windeln und Fragen, die nach Klärung suchen. Wie gelangt das gewünschte Bäuerchen an die Oberfläche? Welche Strategie führt zum erfolgreichen Babybaden? Wie den Sonntagmorgen ohne Windelvorrat meistern? Tim-Taylor- und A-Team-ähnliche Überlebenstricks müssen her!

Discover the guide you never knew you needed for one of life’s toughest challenges. In the IVF Playbook for Men, Corey Parchman, former NFL player turned real estate developer and advocate, shares his deeply personal journey through IVF alongside his wife, Elisha. With raw honesty and practical advice, Corey offers men a roadmap to navigate the emotional, physical, and financial complexities of building a family through assisted reproductive technology. This book isn’t just about the science of IVF; it’s a story of resilience, partnership, and redefining masculinity.

Feeling overwhelmed by fatherhood while your partner is expecting? You’re not alone. Many first-time dads worry about doing the right thing, balancing work and home life, and being truly supportive during pregnancy. This practical guide cuts through the noise and gives you exactly what you need to show up, stay involved, and support your partner with confidence.