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The First-Time Dad Playbook

Game-Winning Strategies for Bonding, Baby Care, and Navigating Fatherhood

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The First-Time Dad Playbook

By: Darius Miles
Narrated by: R. Dennis Speck
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Think Fatherhood Means Sacrificing Sleep, Freedom, and Confidence? Think Again.

Becoming a first-time dad can feel like getting the ball with no playbook. The stakes are high, the clock is ticking, and the pressure is on. Society tells you that your life is over and you’ll never sleep again.

But here’s the truth: Fatherhood doesn’t mean losing your sanity, hobbies, or sense of self. With The First-Time Dad Playbook, you’ll step into the role with confidence and crush it—on day one and beyond.

This isn’t just a book—it’s your coaching guide, packed with winning plays like:

  • Why being “just a dad” is the most powerful role you’ll ever have.
  • The ultimate hack for calming a crying baby in under 60 seconds.
  • How to survive diaper blowouts in public without fumbling the ball.
  • How to get your baby to sleep longer without relying on outdated advice.
  • The 10-second “dad move” that makes tummy time fun instead of frustrating.
  • How to instantly ease your partner’s stress with one overlooked gesture.
  • Why it’s okay to make mistakes—and how to recover quickly.

Short on time? This guide is built for busy dads, with quick, actionable tips you can absorb in five minutes a day.

Not sure you need a book because you’ll “figure it out”? You could—but why struggle when The First-Time Dad Playbook gives you a proven roadmap?

Fatherhood isn’t a spectator sport. Stepping up strengthens your bond with your baby, eases your partner’s stress, and makes you the MVP of your family.

Fatherhood doesn’t come with an instruction manual—until now. Scroll up, click “Add to Cart,” and get ready to crush first-time parenting like a pro!

©2024 Darius Miles (P)2025 Darius Miles Fatherhood Infants & Toddlers Parenting & Families Relationships Sexual & Reproductive Health Inspiring
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A great book to help new dads settle into their new role! Covers all kinds of topics from bonding with your baby to changing nappies and how to be a supportive husband. The author shares some great techniques that can be used in everyday life to help parenting feel like a breeze! If you are a new dad looking for a bit of guidance this is a great book

Great advice

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New fathers will find The First-Time Dad Playbook to be an encouraging practical audiobook that delivers clear strategies for bonding with your baby, mastering essential baby care skills and confidently stepping into fatherhood.
The narration presents information in a warm and relatable tone that feels like guidance from a trusted friend. This guide helps you become an engaged and confident father from the beginning by providing essential tools whether you're feeling excited or anxious. A great listen for any first-time father.

A Winning Guide for New Dads

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I got this for my partner, and we listened together. He felt way more confident after, and honestly, so did I. It’s clear, supportive, and doesn’t talk down to guys who are new to all of this. Highly recommend!

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This book is exactly what a new dad needs. It is encouraging without being preachy, and packed with helpful tips that actually apply to real life as a new dad. The author speaks directly to first time dads with humor, honesty, and a whole lot of support they need. I liked how it covered both baby care basics and also the emotional side of stepping into fatherhood. It’s easy to read, super relatable, and makes you feel like you’ve got this. Highly recommend for any dad to be who wants to show up with confidence from day one.

Supportive and Practical

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This one’s for the dads who are trying but don’t always know where to start. The chapters break it down in a way that feels real. From bonding with your baby, to managing the chaos of tag-teaming parenting, and even surviving the mental load of the “double shift.” I really liked the parts on tech hacks and spotting important milestones. Whether you're a new dad or doing it solo, this book makes you feel like you’ve got backup.

Great gift for new dads

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Packed with tips that skip the fluff—like how to handle public diaper blowouts without a meltdown or how one quick change can make tummy time less of a struggle. The advice for easing partner stress was refreshingly specific and not the usual clichés. Everything’s explained in a way that’s easy to follow but doesn’t feel dumbed down. Each section gets to the point fast, which makes it easy to take in, even during a busy day. No hype, just solid, practical guidance that actually fits real life.

Focused, Real, and Actually Useful

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As someone who’s never even held a baby before, I needed something real—not just vague advice. This audiobook gave me practical tips that I could actually picture doing. I appreciated how it touched on emotional stuff too, like staying connected during the chaos. It didn’t feel preachy or overwhelming, just honest and helpful. I’m definitely feeling more confident heading into fatherhood now. If you're a new dad trying to figure it all out, this one really hits the spot.

Actually Helped Me Feel Ready

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I was overwhelmed before day one, unsure if I’d measure up. This audiobook felt like a steady voice through the chaos. It didn’t expect me to be perfect—it helped me show up. I’d listen while pacing with my newborn at 2 a.m., and those sleepless nights started to feel less lonely. It gave me real tools and gentle reassurance. Now, I feel more confident, more connected, and way more present—not just as a dad, but as a man figuring it out.

From Freaked Out to Fully Present

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As a first time dad, I had no idea what I was doing and didn’t want to admit it. This book felt like getting honest advice from a buddy who’s been there. It covers the big stuff (like sleep and diapers) but also the emotional parts, like supporting your partner and staying calm. I felt more prepared and way less overwhelmed after reading. If you're about to be a dad and want real talk without fluff, this is it.

Helped Me Feel Ready And Not Clueless

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The First-Time Dad Playbook is the ultimate coaching guide for new dads who want to feel prepared, confident, and fully present from day one. With short, actionable advice, relatable humor, and real strategies for calming a crying baby, supporting your partner, and surviving sleep-deprived nights, this audiobook equips dads to thrive—not just survive. Whether you’re unsure about swaddling, bonding, or balancing your new role, this is the quick-start guide every father needs. Fast, funny, and full of wisdom—perfect for busy dads on the go.

Crush First-Time Fatherhood Like a Pro

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