In our second episode of the Father's Month series, I speak with David Tolbert, who is a new dad to 1 year old, Ms. Callie Tolbert. As a new dad there is no book that can prepare you for the journey of fatherhood. As David puts it, you're literally holding your legacy in your hands when you hold your child. 
We discuss his initial concerns about fatherhood, one being, him needing to ensure that he could support his new family of 3, how he was able to remain super cool in the delivery room, how he and his wife had close experiencing pregnancy at the same time, the first time he held Callie, swaddling, Callie's schedule, blasting gender roles, finding support amongst other fathers, and why he calls his wife the "Police". He also shares the importance of fathers making their wives or partners a priority by finding ways to best support them. 
There are so many fears, pressures, and stigmas associated with fatherhood especially within the POC community, and often times our men don't find the support that they need. In closing, David shares some solid advice for new dads, that kept him encouraged. First, seek God and ask him for wisdom. Also, remember that children are gifts from God, and when he gives you a gift he gives you EXACTLY what you need to take care of that gift. Everything your child needs is already in you. 



 

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