Becoming a Dad: A Spiritual, Emotional and Practical Guide

This book could very well be the single best rescource available on becoming a dad. It does well to blend spiritual, emotional, and practical advice soon-to-be dads (and and their wives) need to keep in mind as they prepare to become fathers. It helps soon-to-be dads work through all the "what if.." questions and offers solid practical advice on money issues and how to take a temporary back seat when the baby is born, how to blend spirituality and fatherhood, dealing all kinds of different emotions and the like. It is all there, and if it is not, then what is there can easily be applied to any given situation. One reviewer said it is all "obvious" information. Right. If it was so "obvious" then why are there so many problematic dads who have no idea what they are doing or need to do to be good dads?

My wife and I are having our first child in March 2005 and I was given this book as a gift. It is so poignant, so practical, and really gets to the heart of being a Father. I want to reread it at least a couple more times before March and will give it to others who are in my same position! Extremely helpful and a MUST READ for all Dads!

I am a father and wish I had this book prior to stepping into the land unknown! There was no one "father enough" for me to relate when my wife was expecting, How I wish this book would have been in print then. I have seen that many fathers are disengaged or hanging on by the seat of their pants and can't offer any sound advice or any positive tid bits. This book covers many aspects that a new father may assume no one else expereinces. The author's inspiring and positive view on life radiates between the lines and provides help and guidance, to lay out familiar ground work that you will find refreshing, yet soothing. I am sure this book will help many fathers-to-be to go bravely into the next phase of their lives. With this book on their nightstand they can expereince father-hood on a totally higher level! Great Work!

Excellent book and I literally could not put it down!! It gave tremendous insight on being a Dad and how I can be a better husband as well. Recommend it highly!

As the father of a 21 month year old little girl, I have read several books marketed to new dads. None of them have been as applicable and life-giving as "Becoming a Dad." The balance of addressing both the practical as well as the deeper questions I am wrestling with is so refreshing. As the authors point out, it took me just a few minutes to learn how to change a diaper, yet they call me to a place of true reflection on how to be fully present for my family. I cannot imagine a better gift to give both my wife and daughter.