Expecting Dad

A First-Time Father’s Guide to Confidently Navigate Pregnancy, Support Your Partner, and Get Fully Prepared for Baby’s Arrival

By: Andrew Cole

Narrated by: Chuck Wimer

Expecting Dad: A First-Time Father’s Guide to Confidently Navigate Pregnancy, Support Your Partner, and Get Fully Prepared for Baby’s Arrival is the go-to guide for first-time fathers who want to show up, support their partner, and prepare with confidence—even if they feel lost or overwhelmed.

Staring at a positive pregnancy test can bring a flood of emotions: joy, disbelief, fear, excitement. One question echoes for most new dads: Am I ready for this?

This book helps you say: I will be.

Whether you’re excited, nervous, or not sure where to start, Expecting Dad walks you through the next nine months with honesty, clarity, and zero fluff. It’s a real-world playbook for guys who care, but don’t always know what to do.

Inside, you’ll discover:

• A clear roadmap through each trimester: what’s happening and how to prepare

• Proven ways to support your partner emotionally and physically

• Simple bonding practices to connect with your baby before birth

• Tools to manage stress, anxiety, and self-doubt

• Straightforward labor and delivery prep with zero panic

• Real-world baby care tips for those first wild weeks

• Financial, lifestyle, and mindset shifts to feel ready and grounded

• Stories and advice from other first-time dads who’ve been there

You’ll also get free access to a downloadable week-by-week baby development guide made just for first-time dads, designed to help you stay informed and connected.

You don’t have to be perfect. You just have to be present.

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PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying PDF will be available in your Audible Library along with the audio.

©2025 Andrew Cole (P)2025 Andrew Cole

A Must Have for New Dads

Expecting Dad is a clear, step-by-step guide that speaks directly to first-time dads who want to be involved and supportive throughout the pregnancy. The book describes pregnancy milestones, emotional changes, doctor visits, and preparation for birth and explains not just why support matters, but how to provide it. Through communication, understanding physical and emotional changes, and preparing for the realities of birth and life after baby arrives, dads can be empowered to move from passive observers to active participants, making it a real confidence-building resource for the transition into parenthood. The book is a must have for new dads.

unexpectedly ... reassuring

practical & very much easy to follow. it helps reduce the uncertainty that comes with becoming a dad and turns overwhelm into confidence. the guidance feels realistic, and the narration keeps everything calm and encouraging. a solid companion for the journey into fatherhood.

A Must-Read for First-Time Dads Who Want to Show U

This book does an amazing job of speaking directly to first-time dads without being preachy or overwhelming. It covers everything from pregnancy changes to emotional support and even practical tips for labor and baby prep—without making you feel like you have to know it all.

What I appreciated most was how it focused on being a supportive partner and preparing mentally for fatherhood. It made my brother (who I bought this for) feel more confident and involved, rather than like a bystander in the whole process. The tone is calm, encouraging, and realistic—like hearing from a good friend who’s already been through it.

If you or someone you know is about to become a dad for the first time, this guide is a thoughtful, practical, and empowering place to start.

reassuring

This audiobook feels like a reassuring, down to-earth companion for first-time dads. It’s honest, practical, and easy to follow, breaking everything down without pressure or fluff. The guidance is supportive and realistic, making the whole journey feel less overwhelming and more manageable. A great listen for dads who want to show up, feel prepared, and support their partner with confidence.

Wonderful Resource

This is a fantastic listen for first-time dads. Expectant Dad does a great job explaining the father’s role during pregnancy and makes you feel included and prepared. I really liked how it breaks things down by stage and gives practical ideas for how to be involved along the way. It’s clear, reassuring, and easy to follow. I’d absolutely recommend this audiobook to any expecting dad or as a great gift for someone about to become a father.