I remember how it was as a first-time father. There was nothing much to remember. I was clueless to everything going on around me. I was not oblivious about the whole event. However, I remember I did not participate actively when my firstborn came to us. My wife did almost everything from giving the baby her first bath to changing the diapers and feeding the tiny creature in the middle of the night.
Men are thought inept when it comes to taking care of babies. Even movies have portrayed men to be this way. Remember, Three Men and A Baby? Remember Shrek 3? These were all portrayals of men who were clueless about taking care of babies. Here are some tips to help first-time fathers in preparing for the arrival of a baby:
The stay in the hospitalYou need to prepare for the needs of your wife and the baby during your stay in the hospital. You will need the following items for your wife:
Underwear like nursing bras and some padsA few travel-sized toiletries to pack away like deodorant, soap, shampoo, etc.ClothesSlippers to walk around in