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DOWN TO EARTH WITH A BUMP: The Diary of a First-Time Dad [Kindle Edition]

Andrew Watson
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As the husband of a family doctor, Andrew always thought having a baby would be plain sailing. Unfortunately, as he and his wife soon discovered, babies don't always read the textbooks.

This is a story about the most turbulent time in any couple's life. It's for every woman wondering what their partner's really thinking, and for every man wanting reassurance but unsure who to ask. It's for every mum who's torn herself up about returning to work, and for every dad wondering what's the point of her breasts growing if he's not allowed to touch them.

Warm, honest and funny, this is the book for every new parent who suspects that the reference books just can't tell you everything.

'A hilariously candid companion for any dad-to-be - if he can ever get it back off his wife.'
Hugo Rifkind, Times columnist

'At last, mums get to see what life's really like on the other side of the bed.'
Susie Boone, Practical Parenting

'Accurate and amusing.'
Clare Byam-Cook, baby feeding expert and author

About the Author

Andrew Watson was brought up in rural Argyll and, after university, trained at the Bristol Old Vic Theatre School. When not sharing the childcare, he divides his time between acting and writing. He is a freelance contributor to a range of newspapers and magazines, and a regular media commentator on parenting issues. His book, Be A Great Dad, a practical guide for new fathers for the renowned Teach Yourself series, was published in 2010. He lives with his GP wife Zoë, deep in the heart of south-west London's Nappy Valley (SW18). For more information, go to www.awwa.co.uk.

Product details

  • Format: Kindle Edition
  • File Size: 662 KB
  • Print Length: 310 pages
  • Publisher: The Book Guild; 1 edition (18 May 2011)
  • Sold by: Amazon Media EU S.à r.l.
  • Language English
  • ASIN: B0051OF5VO
  • Text-to-Speech: Enabled
  • Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Bestsellers Rank: #107,905 Paid in Kindle Store (See Top 100 Paid in Kindle Store)
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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
By G. Lees
Format:Paperback
I've finished reading this within two days of receiving it and that's saying something as I have an 8 month old baby to care for all day and night! Andrew writes from the heart and gives a lovely honest account of his feelings as baby Polly grew, was born and developed up to her first Birthday. He doesn't tell you what you should or shouldn't do as every parent makes a different set of choices so it's a relief from many other baby parenting books. I'll be recommending this to a first time dad to be I know as it's relaxed, funny and heart-warming but speaking as a first time mum I enjoyed hearing the dad's side of the story for a change too. Hope he writes a second one about baby number two they are planning at end of this one!
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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
Absolutely brilliant! 19 Aug 2011
By Scotty
Format:Kindle Edition
Just brilliant - well done Andrew. I LOVED reading it. I laughed out loud throughout it, it was informative and brilliantly written. It just made me want to get on with having a baby even more. A must read for all first time parents, although anyone can read it and would enjoy it tremendously. Can't wait for your next book!
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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
Fantastic insight 4 Aug 2011
Format:Paperback
Fantastic book for both first time parents and for those who have been there, done that. It is for those who worry if they are doing the right thing with their children and for those who worry what their other half are thinking, without being patronising and dictatorial. Andrew writes with fluency and honesty. Agree with one of the other reviewers, I hope he brings out a follow up for coping with two children!
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