The Expectant Father by Armin A. Brott Summary
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The groundbreaking guide that revolutionized fatherhood, selling over 1,000,000 copies. When pregnancy books ignored dads, Brott created the essential resource Time magazine's "superdad's superdad" knew men needed. What transformed expectant fathers from bystanders to equal partners? This book did.
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Fatherhood Begins: Your Pregnancy Journey Starts Now
When those two pink lines appear, your world transforms instantly. Unlike previous generations where fathers were mere spectators, today's expectant dads are recognized as essential participants in the pregnancy journey. Up to 80% of expectant fathers experience physical symptoms alongside their partners-weight gain, nausea, even mood swings-in what's called "couvade syndrome." These symptoms typically appear around the third month, decrease, then return shortly before birth, with research suggesting they're linked to actual hormonal changes in men. Learning about the pregnancy often triggers an exhilarating rush-like hitting the jackpot on a slot machine. Even when planned, the confirmation transforms abstract possibilities into concrete reality. Many men feel profound relief confirming their fertility, along with masculine pride. Yet this excitement often mixes with conflicting emotions: joy, fear, doubt, and even momentary paternity questions (experienced by about 60% of expectant fathers)-not from suspecting infidelity but from struggling to believe they're capable of creating life. While your partner experiences immediate physical changes making pregnancy real, you might find yourself forgetting about it for days. This disconnect can create tension, especially as she begins "turning inward" to focus on her changing body. Rather than withdrawing, communicate your feelings non-confrontationally and remain supportive. This inward-turning phase is normal and temporary.
Making Critical First Decisions Together
Connecting With Your Unborn Child
Preparing Your Life for Parenthood
Balancing Work and Family Life
The Final Countdown to Birth
Becoming a Father: Labor, Delivery, and Beyond
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Cree par des anciens de Columbia University a San Francisco
"Instead of endless scrolling, I just hit play on BeFreed. It saves me so much time."
"I never knew where to start with nonfiction—BeFreed’s book lists turned into podcasts gave me a clear path."
"Perfect balance between learning and entertainment. Finished ‘Thinking, Fast and Slow’ on my commute this week."
"Crazy how much I learned while walking the dog. BeFreed = small habits → big gains."
"Reading used to feel like a chore. Now it’s just part of my lifestyle."
"Feels effortless compared to reading. I’ve finished 6 books this month already."
"BeFreed turned my guilty doomscrolling into something that feels productive and inspiring."
"BeFreed turned my commute into learning time. 20-min podcasts are perfect for finishing books I never had time for."
"BeFreed replaced my podcast queue. Imagine Spotify for books — that’s it. 🙌"
"It is great for me to learn something from the book without reading it."
"The themed book list podcasts help me connect ideas across authors—like a guided audio journey."
"Makes me feel smarter every time before going to work"
"Instead of endless scrolling, I just hit play on BeFreed. It saves me so much time."
"I never knew where to start with nonfiction—BeFreed’s book lists turned into podcasts gave me a clear path."
"Perfect balance between learning and entertainment. Finished ‘Thinking, Fast and Slow’ on my commute this week."
"Crazy how much I learned while walking the dog. BeFreed = small habits → big gains."
"Reading used to feel like a chore. Now it’s just part of my lifestyle."
"Feels effortless compared to reading. I’ve finished 6 books this month already."
"BeFreed turned my guilty doomscrolling into something that feels productive and inspiring."
"BeFreed turned my commute into learning time. 20-min podcasts are perfect for finishing books I never had time for."
"BeFreed replaced my podcast queue. Imagine Spotify for books — that’s it. 🙌"
"It is great for me to learn something from the book without reading it."
"The themed book list podcasts help me connect ideas across authors—like a guided audio journey."
"Makes me feel smarter every time before going to work"
"Instead of endless scrolling, I just hit play on BeFreed. It saves me so much time."
"I never knew where to start with nonfiction—BeFreed’s book lists turned into podcasts gave me a clear path."
"Perfect balance between learning and entertainment. Finished ‘Thinking, Fast and Slow’ on my commute this week."
"Crazy how much I learned while walking the dog. BeFreed = small habits → big gains."
"Reading used to feel like a chore. Now it’s just part of my lifestyle."
"Feels effortless compared to reading. I’ve finished 6 books this month already."
"BeFreed turned my guilty doomscrolling into something that feels productive and inspiring."
"BeFreed turned my commute into learning time. 20-min podcasts are perfect for finishing books I never had time for."
"BeFreed replaced my podcast queue. Imagine Spotify for books — that’s it. 🙌"
"It is great for me to learn something from the book without reading it."
"The themed book list podcasts help me connect ideas across authors—like a guided audio journey."
"Makes me feel smarter every time before going to work"
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