A highly recommended read for all fathers & fathers-to-be/
594622
Compelling, thoughtful and thought-provoking. A highly recommended read for all fathers & fathers-to-be/
1064450
What a wonderful book! Wilkinson has given us fathers some rock solid advice. While he says this is a guide to raising daughters (and some parts are specific to only daughters), I would say this book is a guide for raising both girls and boys. And I think mothers could read this and benefit just as much as fathers. In a generation where grandparents, or babysitters, or teachers, or coaches are raising people's kids, this is a timely book. I have already recommended it to three other fathers!
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As an adoptive DAD of 5, Jennifer Grant captures the crunchy and smooth of the adoption process with keen and deeply touching observations that had me laughing a lot and crying a little. This isn't just for moms. Dads and prospective fathers will enjoy this extremely well-written, informative, and very real account.
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You may think that as a contributing author for the book that I would have had a good idea of what the book would turn out like.  Unfortunately, it wasn't until I received my copy from Hogan and Al that I was able to get a clear picture of all the work that went into compiling the stories and an exciting picture of the reality that modern fatherhood is not as dopey, ignorant or just plain stupid as we see on every TV show since the Cosby's went off air.  I'd like to think I'm worthy of the "Dadly Dad" title, but as I read through all the stories I was inspired by new ideas, new levels of self-sacrifice and a renewed inspiration to be as intentional in the lives of my 3 kids as I can possibly be.  Thank you to Hogan, Al and all the Dadly Dads in the book for showing how great, although difficult, being a Dadly Dad can be and many simple steps to move in that direction.  I highly recommend this book to all dads regardless of background, socio-economic status or belief system.  Moms, this is a great read for you as well to know how to continue to encourage the father of your children to rise to levels of Dadly proportions!
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I originally ordered this book for my husband to read as we are expecting our first baby in July. Of course when it got here he then tells me its unlikely that he will actually read it and that I should do so instead. I read the book and found it 10 times more helpful than What to Expect When Your Expecting 4th edition. This "Daddy Book" as I like to call it should be a must read for all Moms and Dads to be as it gives you excellent insight into not only what the future has in store for you emotionally, but also financially. I found this book very helpful and recommend it to all soon to be parents.
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This is a wonderful reality check on raising children. George Zelina gives upfront, no holds barred, information on becoming a father. I loved how he included the videos to give a humorous visual to the information he was providing.  The details he gave were enough to get his point across. He tells his story much like a conversation between two men. I found that he was dead on about a lot of aspects and provides some great helpful information for both the pregnancy and the birth. This is a must read for those expecting a baby and those who have been fathers for a little while. I as a mother of 3 children found his book helpful and something that I will be adding to my husbands reading list soon. I might even be buying some hard copies for baby shower gifts in the future. I highly recommend this book for all parents.
1823069
A wonderfully written and empowering book should be read by everybody who's expecting a baby--including dads! It was filled so charmingly with information that you don't even realize that you're being educated *Would make an excellent baby shower gift*
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WoW! This is such a great resource. I wish I would have had this when we had our first. I love the way he explains things in a simple, easy to implement way. Finally a book for dads with the How's and the Why's. I could not put this down! I will definitely be keeping this close by!
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Dan Savage has written an excellent book here about his journy to become a parent.  Anyone looking for a how to manual for gay adoption beware, this is strictly a personal tale of his thoughts, his feelings, and his experiances.  However one doesn't have to be a gay man (I'm certainly not) to understand and appreciate what he goes though.  In many ways, it is similar to what every parent goes through, anxiety, fear, a general sense of unpreparedness.

Dan Savage is a wonderful advice columnist, who isn't afraid to take on a country with a collective stick up its butt on the subject of sex, but this book shows that there is more to him then just sex advice.  It is a person with a wonderful sense of humor and a big heart.  His son is very lucky to have him as a father (and his partner seems to be an equally great guy).  Also kudos to Melissa, who is such a trooper in this book.

I'm waiting patiently for the follow up volume, I would love to hear about DJ's life after birth!  I would reccomend this book to any parent, any gay person, and generally anyone who likes to laugh and learn from others experiances.
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I would highly encourage every christian dad to read this book.  Many of us lose perspective along the way about what it truly means to be a husband and a father.  Rich's book challenges us to re-think career, hobbies, and even ministries in light of the greatest priority and adventure God has placed before us - our family.

Rich's writing style is rich in metaphors and stories that most men will be able to immediately relate to.  I loved his use of movie quotes throughout his writing.  Yet the most significant and appealing aspect of Wagner's book is that he writes from his own experience.

A timely, refreshing and bold challenge for 21st century christian dads.  Highly Recommended.
1788007
Meg does an excellent job explaining the importance of fathers, as compared to mothers, in the lives of young women and how the relationship between a father and a daughter will so heavily influence the daughter's future choices in lifestyle, men and life.
Must Read for new fathers
489546
Great Message for all Fathers!  Loved it!  Inspirational!
2089900
This book was fantastic. Perhaps it's because I read this before a couple others that were similar, but this one really stood out. Chris's writing style is real, genuine, entertaining and engaging. The advice and knowledge presented is also incredible actionable and well thought-out. Similar books were either too academic or too corny for my taste but From Dude to Dad really captivated me from the first sentence and has me feeling much more prepared (and excited) for the journey of parenthood to start! Thanks Chris for crafting a very value book filled with great advice, stories and inspiration to become a Dad!
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I can't recommend this book enough. It is an excellent guide for men that wish to truly understand what it means to be a Godly man of virtue in this fallen world. This should be a required read for all men, and a critical resource for fathers with sons!
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I have never seen our responsibilities to, and our influences on, our childrens lives so honestly revealed as they are in Tom Cagleys book about his life with and without his Dads proper parenting, love, example, guidance and direction.  It took a lot of fortitude and courage to write this soulful outpouring of how our interactions with our children (as they grow and mature) can be a source of strength, security or torment in their adult lives.  This short book is an interesting and quick read because it is presented as a series of snapshots of thoughts and emotions from different times and events in the authors life, as impacted by his father.  Every caring parent or parent-to-be needs to read and reflect on this heartfelt sharing.  You will be a better parent -- and a better person -- for the experience.
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Just finished this book and would highly recommend it. It really resonated with me on many levels, both on my experiences through childhood and my family and now causing me to think about the Father I am and the Father I want to be.
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So, I'm just a nobody who read this book; not a skilled, or particularly insightful, "literary critic."  But I am a dad, a husband, a son, a brother and a friend, and 'Father's Day' resonated with me on each and every one of these levels.  I deeply appreciate Bissinger's disarming honesty as he brings into the light those fears, frustrations, joys, disappointments, dreams, and pride that all fathers - indeed, all people - experience.  He gives clear insight into the minute-by-minute complexities of everyday relationships, and especially family relationships.

I read the book in two sittings, and as soon as I finished it, I walked it into the room whyere my wife was reading someting else.  I was all prepared to tell her just how moving the book was, but I couldn't speak... the impact of the book brought me to tears.

I am going back to read it again.

Thank you, Mr. Bissinger for "Father's Day!"