Pepys, Darwin, Mole - diarists have long helped men to understand the world around them.

In this father-to-be's humorous account of the nine months leading up to the birth, journalist Chris Atkin candidly discusses the highs and lows, the pre-birth preparations and the unexpected challenges along the way. This painfully honest diary will help you do better and will answer questions you didn't even know you had, such as:

• How many holes does a nipple have?
• What methods have been scientifically proven to help induce spontaneous labour?
• What even is hypnobirthing?
• And how close is too close to the due date to go on a stag do?

This is a little book about a big subject. From breaking the news to your relatives, to cutting the cord, there's never a dull moment.