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About The Book

An indispensable survival manual for men entering the trenches of fatherhood, Be Prepared is loaded with one-of-a-kind insights, MacGyver-esque tips and tricks, and no-nonsense advice for mastering the first year as a dad.

Finally, a book that teaches men all the things they really need to know about fatherhood...including how to:

-Change a baby at a packed sports stadium
-Create a decoy drawer full of old wallets, remote controls, and cell phones to throw baby off the scent of your real gear
-Stay awake (or at least upright) at work
-Babyproof a hotel room in four minutes flat
-Construct an emergency diaper out of a towel, a sock, and duct tape

Packed with helpful diagrams and detailed instructions, and delivered with a wry sense of humor, Be Prepared is the ultimate guide for sleep-deprived, applesauce-covered fathers everywhere.

About The Authors

Gary Greenberg is the author of the national bestseller The Pop-Up Book of Phobias, as well as The Pop-Up Book of Nightmares. He is also a nationally touring stand-up comedian, and has appeared on Comedy Central, Bravo, NPR, and USA Network, among others.

Jeannie Hayden is an award-winning illustrator and graphic designer whose clients include Nickelodeon and the American Museum of Natural History.

Product Details

  • Publisher: Simon & Schuster (June 16, 2008)
  • Length: 240 pages
  • ISBN13: 9781439103326

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Raves and Reviews

"If you're a new dad, keep a copy of Be Prepared by your bedside. It's funny, informative, and — let's be honest — it's not like you're going to be sleeping anyway."
—Paul Reiser, New York Times bestselling author of Babyhood

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