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. Are you uncertain about how to prepare for pregnancy as a first-time dad, what to expect during each trimester, and the key ways to support your partner during pregnancy and labor? Feeling 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! Dad Rookie is the essential handbook for new dads that will help you navigate the ups and downs of pregnancy , bond with your baby , master newborn care , keep your relationship strong , and help you step confidently into fatherhood . It's written specifically for new fathers like you who want to step up, show up, and nail fatherhood like a true MVP . Inside, you'll discover: *The top 7 newborn dad skills to master before game day (aka baby's arrival). *Key plays for navigating pregnancy and supporting your #1 teammate like a pro. *Third-trimester Health Checklists, Ultimate Hospital Bag list, Birth Plans, etc .-for prioritizing family health and creating a solid delivery-day game plan. *Real-life locker room talk -stories from dads who've been in your shoes, sharing their wins and fumbles so you don't make the same rookie mistakes. *Winning baby bonding techniques -including skin-to-skin contact and tummy time to build a championship-level connection with your baby. *Recognizing postpartum challenges -know the signs of postpartum depression and how to support yourself and your best teammate through it. *Quick & clean guides to diaper duty and swaddling -so you handle the mess like a seasoned champ. *First-time fatherhood tips for sleep survival -stay energized without burning out. *The emotional fouls new dads fall into -and the winning strategies to overcome them. *Tools for maintaining personal time -because even the best dads need rest and recovery to stay at the top of their game. *Blocking unwanted parenting advice -because not every "coach" knows what they're talking about. ...and so much more! Dad Rookie is the playbook every expecting father needs to master pregnancy, feel confident heading into the delivery room, and start strong from day one. No fluff. No guilt trips . Just easy-to-follow advice for modern dads from a fellow rookie who's been in your cleats. Whether you're looking for the best pregnancy books for new dads , a first-time dad guide to pregnancy and newborns , or a new fatherhood survival manual , Dad Rookie has your back. Dad Rookie will coach you every step of the way-from pregnancy to proud new dad. Suit up, Dad-it's game time! * What I like about Dad Rookie is the fact it's by a man. Nice to hear about their side of the story for when the family is expecting a new baby. Each chapter is broken up into many parts of the subject, easy to understand and follow along. Geared for sports fan and total teamwork with everyone involved. *Dad Rookie is a refreshing and energetic guide that reimagines fatherhood as the ultimate championship game, making it approachable for first-time dads. With a mix of humor, real-life stories, and practical advice, it helps new fathers feel both supported and prepared. The sports-themed structure keeps the tone fun while delivering genuinely helpful strategies for bonding, supporting a partner, and managing the chaos of early parenting. Perfect for any dad feeling overwhelmed, this book turns confusion into confidence *Lane Carter truly shines with "Dad Rookie," an honest and practical guide for new fathers. This book offered precisely what first time dad's need-clear advice on how to support their partners, get ready for the baby, and build confidence, all without unnecessary fluff. *Lane Carter's humor makes the reading very jovial. The author is right when he says that parenthood is something unique, it has its funny moments but also its difficult moments, but with this guide new parents will have good strategies that will help them in their first days as a father. I loved that the book includes advice for new parents from how to take care of their partners during pregnancy to how to change their babies diapers like a pro. *Hands down, Dad Rookie is the best support book I've read for first time fathers or fathers wanting to up their support game. My husband and wish that we had had this book with our first child. It helps couples navigate this new world of baby on the way or baby here. Many thanks to the author for this well thought out book. *This reassuring guide is a must-read for soon-to-be fathers. It breaks down the pregnancy journey, offering practical tips on how to support your partner and prepare for the baby's arrival. With