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Help I'm Going To Be a Daddy!

 

It's okay breathe, that's it, breathe.  Good, I think you're going to make it.  Let me begin by saying, congratulations!

Now, let me ease your mind, I'm here to help.  This site will help you throughout this wonderful time.  Here you will find great tips to help you with concerns you may have regarding the arrival of your child.

The best advice I can give you.  Get involved early, and at every level.  This will make things easier for Mommy.  Plus, it keeps you from feeling left out.

I have included some extremely helpful "how to," videos as well.  A huge selection of everything you will need.   Also you will find a beautiful assortment of flowers for that special day.   

Priceless!

5 Tips To Ease Your Fears 

Okay guys, I understand that although this is a very exciting time. You may also have some concerns. Let me ease your mind, by offering you a few tips to help you deal with them.

Through my research, and personal experience I have found these to be the most common fears.

Security;


Financial worries can weaken the strongest man. Welcoming the new arrival, has many challenges. Perhaps you have went from two incomes down to one. Hopefully you have made the proper financial adjustments. If not, you will survive this time, and be back on your feet soon.
An idea that may help. If you're worried about the financial hit you might take when it comes to setting up the nursery, start putting money aside as early on in your pregnancy as possible. Have your bank transfer $20 per week into a separate savings account, and you'll have a nice nest egg of $800 to fall back on when it comes time to start shopping for baby.

Labor Room;


Can you handle the pressure in the labor room? Will you get sick, pass out? Let me tell you this, if that happens. Remember you aren't the first. Oh, and should she tell you to get the bleep out! Don't, be committed to stay from the beginning to the end.

The Health of Your Spouse, Your Child;


The advancements that have been made since I have had my children are amazing.
Fifteen years ago, women didn't show up on their doctors' doorsteps until they had missed their second period and were 99% sure they were pregnant. Today, most doctors recommend that their patients come in for a checkup before they start trying to conceive.
The reason for the change in thinking is obvious. Recent studies about the benefits of preconception health have served to hammer home an important message: It's not enough to quit smoking, improve your eating habits, and start popping prenatal vitamins the moment the pregnancy test comes back positive. To give your baby the best possible start in life, you need to ensure that you are in the best possible health before you start trying to conceive. Extensive testing is done early on, to ensure healthy Mothers and babies. Don't worry!

Relationship;


The Fear You'll Feel Left Out?
Within days of your baby's birth, you'll be well aware of the mother-child bond. You may even think your relationship with your wife is taking a back seat to the baby.
It may. But, it won't always be that way. Your marriage will actually become stronger. Trust me. You and your wife are co-captains on a team with common goals, and talking about them will make for some excellent, cherished late-night chats. Plus, after weeks of attending to a newborn, your wife will look to you for adult company.

Mortality;


This is very common with a new birth. When you're a part of the beginning of a life, you can't avoid thinking about the end of life. Thoughts about your own mortality can loom large. That fear, "will I be there for my child?" Or, "what if something happens to me?" Let me close with this. You will be there, and you will be fine.

Holding The New arrival 

Pick Up and Holding Baby

Chances are you've never held a newborn before your own first baby. Holding her may seem intimidating at first, though it becomes easier as you get the hang of it and as your baby grows and develops muscle tone. Newborns are floppy creatures whose neck muscles aren't strong yet, and they squirm. If you have trouble finding a comfortable way to hold your newborn at first, and it seems like your baby's crying a lot of (it's an adjustment for her, too), don't worry. In time she'll fit into your arms as if she was meant to be there. Human infants, like other mammals, need to be touched and held in order not only to be comforted but to insure proper brain development.

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Tell The World 

Brag a Little

So, now let's get the word out. Not that you haven't been bragging about the blessed event. Why not consider one of these awesome products.

I'M GOING TO BE A DAD! Sweatshirt


I'M GOING TO BE A DAD! Sweatshirt

I'M GOING TO BE A DAD! Printed coming out of a megaphone. A bold pregnancy announcement idea for the father to be. He'll be proud as can be as he spreads the news about the pregnancy to all he meets.


I'M GOING TO BE A DAD! Sweatshirt



I'm going to be a FATHER!!! Mousepad


I'm going to be a FATHER!!! Mousepad

I'm going to be a FATHER!!! printed on unique gifts for the expectant dad. With a graphic of an expectant father jumping for joy. Make the expectant father in your life jump for joy too with this gift.


I'm going to be a FATHER!!! Mousepad



I'm going to be a FATHER!!! BBQ Apron


I'm going to be a FATHER!!! BBQ Apron

I'm going to be a FATHER!!! printed on unique gifts for the expectant dad. With a graphic of an expectant father jumping for joy. Make the expectant father in your life jump for joy too with this gift.


I'm going to be a FATHER!!! BBQ Apron

Time To Eat 

How to bottle feed a baby

Feeding the baby Cuddles and comfort are as important for you baby as feeding is. Don't let anyone tell you that your bottle-fed baby won't bond with you. There is no reason why bottle -feeding can't be a warm and loving experience. If it's summer you can let your baby feel your bare skin. Make sure that you are comfortable. Feeding your baby in an awkward position will only compound the aches and pains most new mothers feel. Never feed your baby while he or she is lying down. The milk can go up the tiny tubes and into baby's ears causing ear infections. Cradling your baby in your arms is the easiest position. Don't prop the bottle and leave a young baby to feed itself; it is dangerous. To protect your clothes and your baby's clothes, remember to put a bib on the baby. Younger babies need to be burped two or three times during each feed. They find it hard to burp naturally on their own. If your baby is crying, screaming and squirming during a feed he or she probably needs to be winded. Sit your baby up (making sure to support the head if he or she is a newborn.) Rub baby's back gently in round circular movements until he burps. This may take a while. Wind usually becomes less of a problem as a baby gets older. When your baby has finished his bottle tip any left over milk out. Bacteria from your baby's mouth can be introduced into the milk and multiply quickly. If your baby is a newborn (under 3 months) tip the milk out within twenty minutes after the feed.

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Amazon Has Your Baby Needs! 

Shopping is so easy these days. One of the top online site's available is Amazon. Find everything you need for that new baby of yours.
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Pamper That Baby 

Time to change that diaper

Newborn Child Care: How to Bathe, Change & Feed a Baby : Tips for Changing Diapers: Newborn Child Care

Learn tips on how to change a baby's diaper in this free online instructional video on infant care.

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The Rage Coup D'etat Brooklyn "Teach The Babies" 

Women's T-shirt

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Order her one today, she will love it! Just click on the T-shirts below, for more information.


Cutie Patooties 

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Bath Time 

Newborn Child Care: How to Bathe, Change & Feed a Baby : Bathing Your Baby: Newborn Child Care

Learn how to bathe your baby in this free online instructional video on infant care.

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Other Sites of Interest 

Let's Go Shopping! 

Okay, don't start freaking out about the "Shopping," thing! I have made things easy for you! By providing you with this unique selection of the most popular items.

I'd say the number one thing you had better make sure you have,

Shop Wirefly - the #1 seller of Cell Phones and Cell Phone Plans.

Do you think you have a future sports fan on your hands? Click the link below, to see the huge variety to choose from.

Goodies for the littlest sports fan

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These coffee mugs are too cool. When you're getting yours, don't forget to get one for mommy. Check out their baseball caps when you're there.

Personalized Baby Gifts -Parent To Be Black Baseball Cap

Personalized Baby Gifts -Parent To Be Black Baseball Cap


Announce your proud new title with our exclusive Parent To Be Coffee Mugs and Baseball Hats! Clever printed design features your first name and your "9 month" claim to fame ! Available on your choice of white ceramic coffee mug with black accents or black adult baseball cap. * Ceramic Coffee Mug features dramatic black handle and black cup rim; holds 10 oz.; dishwasher and microwavesafe. * Quality Black Baseball Cap features adjustable strap in back for custom fit. Fill the coffee mug with their favorite cravings - candy, nuts, or even a gift card!





Personalized Baby Gifts -Parent To Be Black Baseball Cap



What about this Dad, a gift for Mommy? Or, this would look great on your desk!


Sonogram Frame Love At First Sight - Yellow


Cozy Cuddles Daddy And Me Frame


If You Think Im Cute You Should See My Daddy Onsie

Guys, I can't stress this enough, be informed! Great books to help you.


The Expectant Father


Father To Daughter Book


Father To Son

Dad it's cigar time. Now remember, you and your friends are not allowed to smoke around mommy and the new baby. When ordering your cigars. Just type in either, It's a boy, or It's a girl in the search box. It will take you right to your choice.

Its a boy, or girl so celebrate with the inspiring and extraordinary 420 cigars. They provide a powerhouse of taste and relaxation. The 420 is made with flavorful hand selected tobacco. The leaves are skillfully cured by artisans and then aged. They are then hand rolled into these fine cigars by skilled master cigar rollers. They make them in small batches and with special attention to each and every detail. 420 is raising the bar. They are fully backed by the exclusive Cuban Crafters Full Satisfaction Guarantee.

MILD. Well-balanced creamy nougat tastes. There are hints of toasted nuts and gentle orange peel breezes.



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IT'S A GIRL
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A Sweet Gift for Your Proud Moment 

Don't forget the non-smokers! There's more of them I would bet. May I suggest:

It's a Girl Milk Chocolate 1.75 oz. Bars - 50 bar case

It's a Girl Milk Chocolate 1.75 oz. Bars - 50 bar case


Delicious Chocolate Baby Shower Favors or Birth Announcement Gift. Milk Chocolate 1.75 oz. candy bars with a It's a Girl label, featuring pink booties and a bottle with a stock It's a Girl greeting. These candy bars make a fun and delicious chocolate baby shower favor or birth announcement gift. A delightful gourmet chocolate candy gift! Candy bars are sold in cases - 50 candy bars per case. *** To order candy bars with a personalized label, for instance with the Baby's name, birth date, weight and length, and/or a photo, please either call our Customer Service Department at 888-821-8452, or refer to Personalized Milk Chocolate 1.75 oz candy bar product #71749. Cost for personalized bars - $85.00 per 50 bar case.





It's a Girl Milk Chocolate 1.75 oz. Bars - 50 bar case



It's a Boy Milk Chocolate 1.75 oz. Bars - 50 bar case

It's a Boy Milk Chocolate 1.75 oz. Bars - 50 bar case


Delicious Chocolate Baby Shower Favors or Birth Announcement Gifts. Milk Chocolate 1.75 oz. candy bars with a It's a Boy label, featuring blue booties and a bottle with a IT'S A BOY greeting. These candy bars make a fun and delicious chocolate baby shower favor or birth announcement gift. A delightful gourmet chocolate gift! Candy bars are sold in cases - 50 candy bars per case. *** To order candy bars with a personalized label, for instance with the Baby's name, birth date, weight and length, and/or a photo, please either call our Customer Service Department at 888-821-8452, or refer to Personalized Milk Chocolate 1.75 oz candy bar product #71749. Cost for personalized bars - $85.00 per 50 bar case.





It's a Boy Milk Chocolate 1.75 oz. Bars - 50 bar case



Make them extra special, personalize them!

It's A Girl! 

Which one will you choose? Maybe you want to do something different? Pick the balloons! But remember, you can never go wrong with flowers!

Baby girl plush

Baby girl plush


A baby girl themed basket of pink carnations, white daisy spray mums and gypsophila with a plush teddy bear.





Baby girl plush



Baby Girl Balloon Bouquet

Baby Girl Balloon Bouquet


Festive balloon bouquet consisting of 6 latex balloons and 2 mylar Baby Girl balloons. Balloon types may vary.





Baby Girl Balloon Bouquet



Garden planter for a baby girl

Garden planter for a baby girl


A botanical basket of plants with pink accents and sheer ribbon.





Garden planter for a baby girl



The It's a Girl Bouquet

The It's a Girl Bouquet


Pretty in pink for a pretty baby girl! Pink Matsumoto asters and pink carnations mingle with white alstroemeria and baby's breath in a glass vase. It's a fitting welcome for the new addition, and will please the proud parents as well.





The It's a Girl Bouquet

It's A Boy! 

I know you don't like a lot of choices! Guys hate that. So just send the balloons and flowers, and you're sure to be a hit!

Novelty arrangement for a baby boy

Novelty arrangement for a baby boy


A novelty container with delphinium, carnations and daisy spray mums. Bear shown, but shape of container may vary.





Novelty arrangement for a baby boy



Baby Boy Balloon Bouquet

Baby Boy Balloon Bouquet


Festive balloon bouquet consisting of 6 latex balloons and 2 mylar Baby Boy balloons. Balloon types may vary.





Baby Boy Balloon Bouquet



A garden planter for a baby boy

A garden planter for a baby boy


A garden planter accented with blue and and yellow flowers for a new baby boy.





A garden planter for a baby boy



The It's a Boy! Bouquet

The It's a Boy! Bouquet


A bright bouquet to welcome the new baby boy! Yellow tulips (when available, or substitution), yellow carnations, and white daisy pompons bid a cheery 'hello' to the new addition. It's sure to delight the proud parents, too.





The It's a Boy! Bouquet

Flowers Especially For Her 

Don't you dare forget her. She deserves the absolute best. The classic red rose symbolizes love, and I'm sure that is exactly what you feel for her. Peach means passion. The variety bouquet means you have all your bases covered!

Two Dozen Red Roses Arranged

Two Dozen Red Roses Arranged


Two dozen long stem red roses arranged with greens in a clear vase.





Two Dozen Red Roses Arranged



Fifteen peach roses

Fifteen peach roses


Fifteen long stemmed peach roses with ferns arranged in a glass vase.





Fifteen peach roses



One Dozen Assorted Premium Long Stemmed Roses

One Dozen Assorted Premium Long Stemmed Roses


1 Dozen Mixed Color Roses in a glass vase with greens and filler





One Dozen Assorted Premium Long Stemmed Roses

Thank You! 



Let me close with this quote from Theodore Hesburgh: "The most important thing a father can do for his children is to love their mother."

I hope this site has been helpful. I wish you much love with your new bundle of joy!
Best regards, Chloe

monarch13

5 stars. Featured "wise" lens. Thank you for joining the Healthy, Wealthy and Wise Group!

Posted July 12, 2008

flowergardener

This is priceless information Chloe! Being in the stage of seeing my children, my neices and nephews, and all their friends being first time parents, you've presented them an awesome resource!

Posted June 25, 2008

herbie66

Welcome to the 'Pregnancy and Baby' Group
( http://www.squidoo.com/groups/pregnancy-baby )
5 stars for your great lens, I'm sure future dads appreciate your great ideas!

Posted June 13, 2008

funwithtrains

Nice Lens! 5 stars and a favorite from me! Please visit my Marklin Trains lens.

Posted April 28, 2008

jeffwend

I just rediscovered this great lens. I love your work Chloe, blessings

Posted April 14, 2008

 
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