So here’s a short post.  I wanted to clue in newbie dads to a couple awesome sites for new or soon-to-be dads.  First one is fairly out there – not meaning weird but rather popular, so you may have already heard of it: www.dadlabs.com.  It’s a great site for dads by dads.  Lots of videos, an online television series, many articles and much great content.  I especially like this site because it’s not just one guy trying to be the be-all-end-all, but rather a host of folks in our shoes.  I know the irony is that so far, all you’ve heard from is me on this blog.  Trust me, I’ve got other voices doing the “me-me-me” getting warmed up for some posts, but lately since I’m hosting the thing, I’m the one you get for now.  Believe me, though: I in no way profess to be an expert dad.  Hell, I’m a newbie just like the rest of you.  All I’m doing is spreading the word about the stuff I’m learning as I go along. ….. Awkward.  Alright, let’s move on…

Number two: www.dadsadventure.com.  I came across this site after hearing a RN at me and my wife’s Birth and Baby class reference a daddy bootcamp resource guide.  This site is the accompanying work.  So granted, it’s one guy professing to be an expert.  And yes, he is exerting his capitalistic right to make a buck off of you while trying to help you, but I have to admit: there’s good content there.  My favorite type too – anecdotal lessons and lots of checklists.  Maybe we’re hardwired to appreciate a honey-do list, but God help me, I love a checklist.  This has got everything from a hospital kit checklist (though I think the one I compiled on this site is better and more comprehensive), pre-labor signs, when to go to the hospital, and lots of stuff post-delivery.  Like I said –  good content, and its free if you don’t get snookered into purchasing a magazine subscription from the guy.

At any rate, check these two sites out.  Good resources for you and me.

Best,

RookieDad Sean