Every new father has felt it: the quiet terror that you'll make a mistake that matters. This book is for the man who lies awake replaying decisions, who wants to be a good dad but doesn't always know what that looks like. It doesn't offer a perfect parenting method—because none exists. Instead, it gives you a clear framework for thinking through real situations: how to respond when your baby won't stop crying, how to support your partner through exhaustion, how to know when your own worry is becoming a problem. You'll learn concrete phrases to say, roles to take over, and questions to ask at appointments. Crucially, it addresses the fear itself—where it comes from, how it can actually sharpen your parenting, and when it signals something deeper. This is practical, honest, and grounded in the reality that you already have more ability than you give yourself credit for. Part of The New Father Library.