In this episode I share my own struggle with trying to be a good dad and a husband… sometime to a fault and trying to make it perfect. In the end I’ll also leave you with my 3 takeaways how to combat that super dad syndrome. Tune in! Resources: * New Dad FB group: BrandNewFather.com/Facebook * “Keep your sanity as a new dad” video course: BrandNewFather.com/sanity

Shawn Stevenson is the host of The Model Health Show podcast, which is #1 Health podcast on iTunes and also a a bestselling author of “Sleep Smarter” I can’t think of a better person to talk to about new parents and sleep strategies and habits! Here's some of the topics we're getting into: Importance of self-care as a parent How sleep or sleeplessness affects our hormone balance and overall health The myth of everyone needing 7-8 hours of sleep a night (spoiler: it’s not all about the quantity, but also the quality of sleep) What are sleep cycles and the 4 stages of sleep Why having a drink before hitting the hay may be counter-productive Risks of chronic sleep deprivation “Paying back” the sleep debt vs lifestyle strategies to avoid the sleep debt in the first place Using melatonin supplements Napping Resources: - Shawn's The Model Health Show podcast:  - Shawn's "Sleep Smarter" book - Video course "Keep your sanity as a new dad" - New Dad FB group

Happy Fathers Day! I'm not much of a holiday guy - I don't care about Christmas nor my birthdays, but made an exception this Fathers Day to ponder about the lessons learnt this past 6 weeks of being a dad of 2. Biggest takeaway - take time! For yourself, for your baby and for your partner! Tune in!

Today’s guest Mike McCarthy is a family man and a dad of 2, an avid student of both leadership and personal development. He’s also a serial entrepreneur and co-founder and CEO of the GoBundance Adventure Masterminding Group, co-author of the Miracle Morning for Parents and Families, co-creator of GratefulParent.com, and the Regional Owner for the Keller Williams. Although he’s successful in his professional ventures, one of his top priorities is spending time and traveling with his wife, their son and daughter. He also enjoys kayaking, climbing mountains and hiking.. I wanted to bring him on to share his insights on: why and how not to forget about living your own life despite of being a dad how to bring out the best in yourself to be the best dad and the partner the importance of rituals, specifically morning rituals since the way we approach our mornings sets the tone for the rest of our day. and much more! Tune in! *** Resources: - Adventure mastermind group: GoBundance.com - GratefulParent.com - “Keep your sanity as a new dad” video course (50% off): BrandNewFather.com/sanity - Private FB group for new dads: BrandNewFather.com/Facebook

As promised in previous episode, in this episode I’ll share our story from the end of our second pregnancy and impressions from first few weeks of being dad of 2. We thought we had a solid plan for transitioning from having one toddler to becoming a family of four. However, unexpectedly threw a curve ball, as it often times does. Tune in to listen to our birth story and the challenges and lessons learnt from first 2-3 weeks with our baby boy. Resources: * New Dad FB group: BrandNewFather.com/Facebook * “Keep your sanity as a new dad” video course: BrandNewFather.com/sanity * Shownotes for this episode: BrandNewFather.com/Baby-2

Parijat Deshpande is the leading high-risk pregnancy expert who educates and guides women (and couples) on how to manage their stress, anxiety and overall wellness so they can have healthier pregnancies, decrease their risk of preterm birth and give their baby a healthy start to life. I wanted to bring her on mainly because most new dads and moms alike could use some tips and tactics how to reduce stress during pregnancy and early parenthood. Tune in! Here’s what we’ll get into in today’s show: Parijat’s personal story with high-risk pregnancy What is considered a high-risk pregnancy (it’s broader spectrum than you may think) How can dad support his partner throughout pregnancy What kind of support soon-to-be or new mom needs Stress and the effect it has on expecting mom’s health Actionable things dads can do to relieve new mom’s stress Resources: Parijat’s website: ParijatDeshpande.com“Keep your sanity as a new dad” video course: BrandNewFather.com/sanityPrivate FB group for new dads: BrandNewFather.com/Facebook

Jackie Bledsoe is a husband, a dad of 3, an author of “7 Rings of Marriage”, a speaker and regularly holds workshops for couples who want to have more connection and intimacy in their relationship. So, today’s show is all about relationships and about dating your partner – the new mom. Tune in! — NB! Join the private FB group for new dads: BrandNewFather.com/Facebook

Andrew Tiu is an expecting dad (at the time of this recording; became a dad 6 days after), a videographer and vlogger. In 2016 Andrew and his wife left their jobs and started a business. Not too soon after that they learned they were expecting their first baby. As you can imagine, they’ve experienced lots of ups and downs. And that’s why I wanted to bring Andrew on the show to share his expectations, dreams, pressures and fears about his looming fatherhood experience. We’re also planning to do a follow-up show in few months to see how the expectations matched the reality. In this episode, Andrew and I are getting into: His expectations for becoming a father His vlog and recording his fatherhood experience Parental leave The pressures and fears of looming parenthood Dealing with stress Work-life balance Choosing your baby gear and baby related gadgets Embracing the unknown So tune in!   — NB! Join the private FB group for new dads!

Dr. Daniel Singley is a dad of two boys, a husband and clinical psychiatrist specializing in men’s perinatal mental health. So, he knows what he’s talking about. In today’s show we once again talk about perinatal mood and anxiety disorders, but this time focus on men and dads. The stats say that 1 out of 10 dads experience paternal post partum depression, but then again dads are not best in reaching out for help. So, this number may be even higher. Whether you are struggling as a dad or not, don’t skip this show – it has tons of golden nuggets for all dads to help them take care of their own needs so they can show up for their new family. Here are some of the topics we’ll get into in today’s show: Why becoming dads is more stressful today vs decades ago. Contributing risk factors of paternal PPD Symptoms and signs of male “masked depression” (also how paternal PPD symptoms are different from maternal one) Importance of self-care for new dads Minimizing the risk of experiencing post partum depression Importance of having “deep relationships” – romantic and social One single habit for new parents that can save their relationship What to do if you think you may experience paternal PPD So tune in! Shownotes at: bnfpodcast.com/102 -- Be sure to join our closed FB group for new dads at: BrandNewFather.com/Facebook

In this episode I get to chat with Dr. Shoshana Bennett – a pioneer in the field of maternal post-partum depression (PPD) and other perinatal mood disorders in the US. We’ll be talking about the PPD, prevention and the importance of having a well thought-out wellness plan in place to minimize the risk of PPD. We’ll also cover what’s dads’ role in overcoming the disease. Tune in! -- Shownotes at: bnfpodcast.com/101 Join the private FB group for new dads: BrandNewFather.com/Facebook