I don't know Doug Moe, but I think I'd like hanging out with him. Besides being an actor, comedian, and writer, he's a dad, and has compiled some wisdom and tips for new dads in Man vs. Child: One Dad's Guide to the Weirdness of Parenting. This is by no means a comprehensive how-to guide. I mean, is there ever such a book? Kids are complicated and are all so different, who can really write down all you need to know? No, this book is just fun and funny. (But there are some practical bits, for sure.)


Moe loosely organizes the book by subject and stage of development, sharing some of what he has learned during his years of being a dad. One broad principle came through loud and clear: go ahead and accept the fact that being a dad means you must be willing not be cool, maybe even totally uncool, and that you just shouldn't worry about maintaining your dignity. The good news is, what you do as a dad is much more important and rewarding that being cool or dignified.


Moe takes the reader from considering having a baby up to being dad to a big kid. He offers some pretty good practical advice. For instance, he points out that you will probably be expected to buy a changing table to match the crib. But wait: remember that the floor is simply a very large changing table, and one off of which a baby won't roll! I know I did some diaper changing on a changing table, but I have changed a lot more diapers right on the floor. Maybe we could have done without the changing table. . . .


Man vs. Child reads like a book sometimes, and like a stand-up routine sometimes. That makes sense, given the author. It's funny and any dad is sure to share a laugh with Moe. And who knows, the new dad who reads it might even learn a little about being a dad.


Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for the complimentary electronic review copy!

My husband absolutely loved this book and all of its stories and tips/tricks. He is a little more seasoned, with two kids and almost out of the baby/toddler stage but he could totally relate. It was laugh out loud funny.

Don't even ask why I, a 17 year old girl with no plans to have children for - at least - a decade, has requested, read and now, reviewed a parenting book. I have a bad habit of requesting random things on Netgalley on a whim when bored.

That being said, I found this pretty funny and well written.

Man vs. Child makes no secret what it is a humor book about parenting but not really meant to offer concrete advice. There is no - or at least, very little - in the way of "scientifically this is how you care for a child" but rather a funny commentary on becoming a dad and being a stay-at-home dad raising your child. Its light-hearted, quick, and while not particularly informative, witty, well written and entertaining.

Make of that what you will when deciding to read it.

I can't review at the moment the book because my netbook is broken. I will do that as soon as possible. I love all your books and I want to do a good work as I did for the other ones I reviewed. There is just to wait some other days and then I will be back with these books. I am so sorry for the delay.

Genuinely funny, clever and wise parenting guide for Fathers. Doug Moe exposes the awkwardness, dirtiness, embarrassing and importance on being a Dad. This book is:
-A humorous indoctrination to every would-be-Dad.
-A gold-mine of prospected nuggets of wisdom for the baffled father.
-The anti-dote to all the paternal experiences that drive a father mad.
-An avocation for the importance of fathers in the life of a child.
Doug Moe has been there and back, and has brought back a rich experience on raising children.

Hilarious "how to" for the father who likes to keep things humorous but still needs some practical skills. Written by a seasoned comedian, this book fills a serious empty spot on the parenting shelves and leaves the reader ready, eager and with a smile!

would have been great to have 7 years ago before I became a parent!

some of the funny isnt so funny when its real. was a lot of fun stuff to read in here, would recommend for soon to be/recent parents.

Not able to access on Kindle until published where it is readable. I made more detailed note to publisher.