He is married and has two boys, aged four years and four months. Mr. Avalos is a frequent lecturer for the Queen of the Valley Hospital Childbirth Education Department. Much of his therapeutic work involves helping couples to cope with the stresses of family life. Dedicated to my loving wife Ann without whom this manual, or my two wonderful sons, would not have been possible. The intent of this small manual is to inform fathers of their importance and influence in their child's development.
Most males are very familiar with reading owner's manuals.
Most of us have had little experience in child care until we have our own child. Hopefully, what follows will serve as a starting point for you and your spouse to open a conversation about your ideas and expectations of fatherhood. Visually inspect all parts after delivery. Bonding, baby to father and father to baby, is critical for the establishment of a long term relationship. Get some pointers, then experiment with developing your own handling style.