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According to a recent study by the Families and Work institute, today's dads are putting in 75 percent of the time moms spend on childcare and household chores, up from 30 percent in 1977. But for first-time fathers, parenting can feel overwhelming. Here are some ideas from Greg Bishop, founder of Boot Camp for New Dads, that will help dads get a good start:
1. Warm and Secure. Learn to swaddle or "burrito-wrap" your baby just like they do in the hospital nursery. It makes the baby feel warm and secure.
2. Burping Guru. Become your baby's burping expert by trying different techniques to see what works best. Also, babies love to suckle, and your clean finger …