First Time Fathers
First Time Fathers
Ryan Hill and Dan Bock
The show where Ryan and Dan use their own experiences, and the experiences of others, to help first time fathers navigate the wild and wonderful world of fatherhood. Episodes will release weekly on Fridays @ 12pm Eastern Time
The Third Trimester | The Final Stretch!!
In this week's episode, Dan and Ryan finish the trilogy they started a long while ago, discussing what the third trimester is all about. From what is happening with your partner and the baby, to what you can do to help make it an easier process.Thank you for tuning into this week's episode. We hope you enjoy it, and are able to get something out of it. If there's anything we haven't talked about already, or you would just like us to expand upon, you can email us, or also leave it in a comment! We'll be happy to cover it in a later episode!Hosts:- Ryan Hill -- [email protected] Dan Bock -- [email protected] Tree:https://linktr.ee/firsttimefathers
Aug 15, 2025
1 hr 1 min
Your Child's Emerging Personality | The Nick Wilkin Interview Part Two
In this week's episode, Dan and Ryan continue interviewing Nick; this time, about the transitions between infancy and toddlerhood, and what it's been like to see his son's personality and individuality emerge.Thank you for tuning into this week's episode. We hope you enjoy it, and are able to get something out of it. If there's anything we haven't talked about already, or you would just like us to expand upon, you can email us, or also leave it in a comment! We'll be happy to cover it in a later episode!Hosts:- Ryan Hill -- [email protected] Dan Bock -- [email protected] Tree:https://linktr.ee/firsttimefathers
Aug 9, 2025
1 hr 11 min
Pre-eclampsia, Delivery, and Supporting Your Partner | The Nicholas Wilkin Interview : Part 1
This week's episode, Dan and Ryan get to interview a good friend, Nick. He and his wife dealt with some harrowing things during the last stretch of pregnancy, into the first weeks of parenthood. We hope you all can learn a lot, like Dan and Ryan have, from Nick's story.Thank you for tuning into this week's episode. We hope you enjoy it, and are able to get something out of it. If there's anything we haven't talked about already, or you would just like us to expand upon, you can email us, or also leave it in a comment! We'll be happy to cover it in a later episode!Hosts:- Ryan Hill -- [email protected] Dan Bock -- [email protected] Tree:https://linktr.ee/firsttimefathers
Aug 1, 2025
58 min
The Oh-Nos that are actually Okay!
In this week's episode Dan and Ryan go through some things that can happen in the first few months of your child's life that can cause alarm bells to go off, but are actually quite normal! The "Oh-nos" that are actually "Okay."If there were any that you experienced, but we didn't cover here, please be sure to let us know in the comments! We'd love to hear your stories!Thank you for tuning into this week's episode. We hope you enjoy it, and are able to get something out of it. If there's anything we haven't talked about already, or you would just like us to expand upon, you can email us, or also leave it in a comment! We'll be happy to cover it in a later episode!Hosts:- Ryan Hill -- [email protected] Dan Bock -- [email protected] Tree:https://linktr.ee/firsttimefathers
Jul 25, 2025
1 hr 8 min
Finances and Fatherhood | Tips for Protecting Your Wallet
In this episode, Dan and Ryan discuss the strain having children can put on any parent financially. Especially within the first year. Things are changing and life is getting crazier. Although, neither Ryan nor Dan are financial experts, they're living it every day.If there's any tips for managing money that you have, feel free to share it in the comments! We can all use a little help.Thank you for tuning into this week's episode. We hope you enjoy it, and are able to get something out of it. If there's anything we haven't talked about already, or you would just like us to expand upon, you can email us, or also leave it in a comment! We'll be happy to cover it in a later episode!Hosts:- Ryan Hill -- [email protected] Dan Bock -- [email protected] Tree:https://linktr.ee/firsttimefathers
Jul 18, 2025
1 hr 3 min
Looking Back at Dan's First Year of Fatherhood | The Felix Saga
Dan has been a father for a WHOLE YEAR!! Can you guys believe it?! We sure as heck cannot. But, somehow he has made it through his first year of fatherhood! In this week's episode, we look back at the challenges and the rewards of Dan's first year of experience as a father. The downs don't stop him from loving every second of it, and the ups only solidify his love for his family. We can't wait until next year to see where he's at after TWO years!Thank you for tuning into this week's episode. We hope you enjoy it, and are able to get something out of it. If there's anything we haven't talked about already, or you would just like us to expand upon, you can email us, or also leave it in a comment! We'll be happy to cover it in a later episode!Hosts:- Ryan Hill -- [email protected] Dan Bock -- [email protected] Tree:https://linktr.ee/firsttimefathers
Jul 11, 2025
1 hr 12 min
The Delivery Day To-Go Bag Checklist
This week, Dan and Ryan discuss what in the heck you need to bring with you when your partner goes into labor. Hospitals provide a lot, during and after labor, but not everything. Make sure your as prepared as you can be with this checklist. From your partners comfort, to your baby's first trip home, this list covers it all.If there's anything we didn't have on the list that you found super helpful for you and would love to share it, feel free to leave a comment. And if there's anything we haven't talked about already, or you would just like us to expand upon, you can email us, or also leave it in a comment! We'll be happy to cover it in a later episode!Hosts:- Ryan Hill -- [email protected] Dan Bock -- [email protected] Delivery Day To-Go Bag Checklist: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1OltdSpqunjnfkUA-2LYLaOgpA_RqPAoO/view?usp=sharing
Jul 4, 2025
1 hr 13 min
Catching Up With Dan and Ryan #02
With Ryan back from Costa Rica and Dan through with his anniversary and some family time, they are back at it catching up before diving further into the world of fatherhood. That doesn't stop them from discussing parenting things, however, as it is a huge part of their everyday lives. So, sit back and enjoy this episode of your hosts catching up with each other and just laughing through their week!You can email Ryan and/or Dan at:[email protected]@FirstTimeFathers.orgThank you all for listening! We can't wait to hear your stories as we pick our way through this adventure together!
Jun 27, 2025
1 hr 8 min
Traveling With A Pregnant Woman | The Ups, The Downs, and the Traveling Arounds
Ryan flies solo today with an episode about traveling with a pregnant woman. He and Dinara went to Costa Rica this week, and though she's seven months pregnant, they took a lot of steps to ensure she will be comfortable and enjoy the trip. He goes over some of the things to consider when planning a trip with your pregnant partner, and what to look out for.If there's anything we didn't discuss in this, that helped you out a lot, please feel free to share it in the comments, so you can help other dads/parents out there! You can email Ryan and/or Dan at:[email protected]@FirstTimeFathers.orgThank you all for listening! We can't wait to hear your stories as we pick our way through this adventure together!
Jun 20, 2025
15 min
The Second Trimester | Growing Babies and Reality Setting In
In this week's episode, Dan and Ryan cover the ins, outs, ups, and downs of the second trimester of pregnancy. From what's going on with the baby, to what we can do to help our partners through it. Thank you so much for joining us on this journey, we're grateful to have you here! If there's anything we haven't covered that you would like to share, feel free to leave a comment. We'll be happy to cover it in a later episode!Hosts:- Ryan Hill -- [email protected] Dan Bock -- [email protected] Second Trimester Document: https://docs.google.com/document/d/16X5GU9prAUq7gQqLAMKTl96xqd4GMEtRh007VqEiUE8/edit?usp=sharing
Jun 13, 2025
49 min
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