I just finished reading this short book about Michael Crider's experiences with his first child. It was more of a humorous memoir than a guidebook, but it did put a lot of my feelings and fears at rest. I now know that I am not the ONLY one worried about dropping him when he is an infant!
The author even has a chapter about their cat and the interaction of the pet with the baby. Funny stuff! I laughed at multiple points because I have experienced the same things with Taylor's pregnancy.
But, talking to friends, family, reading books, and even conversing with Taylor does not put my anticipation, fear, and excitement at rest. I wake up in the middle of the night worrying about what kind of dad I will be. I wonder if I will even be able to do this job. I worry about what I will do when I have to take care of something so small. SomeONE so helpless.
But, I can't wait to try!
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Every new parent wonders why a class isn't taught on how to raise a perfect child.
Reality is - there is no such thing!
You have to take equal parts of LOVE, COMMON SENSE, and HOPE that you are making all the right decisons on behalf of your children.
It's not easy - but the most rewarding experience you will ever have!
Alexander, you are going to be a wonderful father. I know it.
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