First Time Dad The Stuff You Really Need to Know

Perhaps the most powerful influence in the world is that of a dad on his child. Baseball gloves, dirty diapers, tiny little hands, first days of school, daddy-daughter dances, and learner's permits... and so much more! There's no way you can be ready for it all, but this is when you need to get a bit of a head start... First Time DadbyFocus on the Familyministry veteran (and father of 6) John Fuller lets you in on the stuff you really need to know... because in just a few months or weeks or days, your life is going to change--forever. Set good priorities. Break bad habits and/or family patterns. Recognize and recover from some common fathering mistakes. Know that your words have immense power. And learn how to cultivate a lasting parent-child relationship. So, instead of wondering "oh man, oh man, oh man... what am I going to do now?" for 9 months... read this short book (plus it's pretty fun too) and get excited! "Dad, your job is critical... And youcando it."

JOHN FULLER is vice president of Audio and New Media at Focus on the Family and co-host of the daily \u201cFocus on the Family\u201d broadcast. He leads the team that produces more than a dozen Focus programs reaching millions of listeners around the world. Many of these features and podcasts are also available at www.focusonthefamily.com. A media veteran of more than 30 years, John writes and speaks about creativity, media trends, influential leadership, excellence, and social media. As a father of six, he writes and speaks about strong marriages and effective parenting. John and his wife Dena are also advocates for orphan care and adoption. John has a M.A. from the University of Northern Colorado, and serves an elected member of the board of the National Religious Broadcasters.

TABLE OF CONTENTSChapter 1: Great ExpectationsChapter 2: What Fatherhood is All AboutChapter 3: Time and PrioritiesChapter 4: Break the ChainChapter 5: How a Baby Affects Your FamilyChapter 6: Loving Your WifeChapter 7: Loving Your Baby's MotherChapter 8: Boys-n-GirlsChapter 9: Helping Your Child SucceedChapter 10: The Keys to Your Child's HeartChapter 11: Spiritual FormationChapter 12: Blink