The Expectant Dad's Survival Guide: Everything You Need to Know About Pregnancy, Birth, and Beyond

· Ebury Digital · Narrated by Simon Darwen
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Penguin presents the audiobook edition of The Expectant Dad's Survival Guide written by Rob Kemp, read by Simon Darwen.

The accessible and practical parenting book for fathers-to-be about pregnancy, birth and what to expect during the first 6 weeks with your new baby, from a man who has been through it all (multiple times).

From buying buggies to cutting the cord, the life of a first-time father will throw up new experiences every day.

The Expectant Dad's Survival Guide is here to tell you everything you need to know during your partner's pregnancy and the first few weeks of your new life as a dad. Combining expert advice from midwives, psychologists and obstetricians with first-hand accounts, it contains essential tips and information about:

  • What your partner is going through
  • What's going on with your baby
  • What the hell you should be doing every step of the way


Featuring practical tips, what-to-do explanations and fascinating facts, this survival guide will ensure you're armed and ready for your role as a new dad.

From discovery to delivery and beyond, this is a must-read for all fathers-to-be.

‘Written in a light, informative tone but backed with expert advice’ The Guardian

© Rob Kemp 2010 (P) Penguin Audio 2019

Penguin presents the audiobook edition of The Expectant Dad's Survival Guide written by Rob Kemp, read by Simon Darwen. The accessible and practical parenting book for fathers-to-be about pregnancy, birth and what to expect during the first 6 weeks with your new baby, from a man who has been thro...

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Rob Kemp is a freelance journalist, editor-at-large for dads' online magazine FQ (Father's Quarterly), writes the dad's newsletter for Boots Parenting Club and is a contributing editor to Men's Health magazine. He has written articles on the subject of pregnancy and fatherhood for a number of other national titles and websites including the Guardian, Independent, Pregnancy, Baby and You, Pregnancy & Birth, Mother & Baby, MSN and Sainsbury's Fresh Ideas among others. His books include The Expectant Dad's Survival Guide, The New Dad's Survival Guide (both Vermilion) and The Good Guys; 50 heroes who changed the world with kindness. @robkemp_author
Rob Kemp is a freelance journalist, editor-at-large for dads' online magazine FQ (Father's Quarterly), writes the dad's newsletter for Boots Parenting Club and is a contributing editor to Men's Health magazine. He has written articles on the subject of pregnancy and fatherhood for a number of oth...

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