Thursday, April 17, 2008

Review & Giveaway: Quarterback Dad

This giveaway is now closed. Thank you for your participation.
The winner is Danielle of Searching for Sanity.
Congratulations!

I recently had the opportunity to read the book Quarterback Dad by Bobby Mercer and thoroughly enjoyed it.

The book is written using many football terms which Dads will find themselves relating to. The Dad is called The Quarterback, Mom is The Teammate, and the baby-to-be is Future Star or 1st Round Draft Pick. It's written in a very simple yet humorous tone that even Mommies will find entertaining.

From the book: "You've just signed a new star player to your home team - but are you really ready for kickoff? With Quarterback Dad, you can suit up and take the field with the cool competence of an All Star! From learning the plays to clinching the playoffs, you'll triumph every yard of the way."

But it's more than entertaining, it's informative. This book talks about everything from the moment you find out the exciting news, to shopping for the nursery, morning sickness, baby showers, dealing with mood swings, delivery, nursing, talking to the pediatrician, and everything else involved with a brand new baby. And it's all delivered (so to speak) in a way that guys can understand. How cool is that?

How would you like a copy for yourself? To enter, just stop by Quarterback Dad's official site before April 23rd then come back and mention one newborn/toddler tip listed there. That's it! A random winner will be selected and notified on April 24th. The winner will then have 3 days to claim their prize.

To earn extra entries, just subscribe to my feed and/or mention this giveaway on your blog with a link back here and to Quarterback Dad. Please let me know if you're doing the extra credit so I can make sure you're entered properly. Also, don't forget to leave a way to contact you in case you win.

This giveaway is open to everyone world-wide. Good luck!
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52 comments:

  1. StephApril 18, 2008 at 3:01 AM

    One QB Dad tip in dealing with toddler temper tantrums is to stay calm and ignore the outburst.

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  2. AnonymousApril 18, 2008 at 3:08 AM

    I would love the chance to read this

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  3. AnonymousApril 18, 2008 at 4:58 AM

    Spend time with her in your arms.

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  4. HilLesha O'NanApril 18, 2008 at 5:40 AM

    Sounds great! :)

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  5. dwarzelApril 18, 2008 at 6:35 AM

    Keep romance alive after a newborn...easier said than done, but very true.

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  6. windycindyApril 18, 2008 at 7:59 AM

    What a cute concept to a book! I see he was a coach for many years and has applied some of that knowledge in his book. One tip is gives is the ability to cajole! Please enter me in your drawing. Thanks,Cindi
    jchoppes[at]hotmail[dot]com

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  7. mvernoApril 18, 2008 at 8:21 AM

    can't wait to peruse this one

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  8. AnonymousApril 18, 2008 at 9:09 AM

    "You cannot spoil a child with too much love."
    Mom would disagree! :)

    Mary_Freebies == internationalfreebies AT gmail DOT com

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  9. Crunchy Green Mom - SuzanneApril 18, 2008 at 10:05 AM

    Change diapers- Keep a scoreboard. Someone will do this more often due to circumstance, but definatly keep up with your end!

    I love this giveaway. My best friend is due in July, and I'd love to give this to her big football, bass playing boyfriend. Something he can relate to!

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  10. toasters lieApril 18, 2008 at 11:33 AM

    "I don't respond to that tone of voice."

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  11. LINDALSHOTApril 18, 2008 at 12:51 PM

    Keep romance alive after a newborn...

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  12. TarasviewApril 18, 2008 at 1:33 PM

    Keep romance alive after a newborn. Ya. Right. :)

    taradawnrobertson at hotmail dot com

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  13. AngelaApril 18, 2008 at 3:58 PM

    LOLOL MY favorite.. as Connor's dad needs help with this one..

    stay calm during a temper tantrum.

    I blogged your contest at Prize-A-Tron!
    http://www.prizeatron.com

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  14. RashmiApril 18, 2008 at 5:29 PM

    Interesting! I'm blogging it tomorrow.

    Thanks,
    callmeabookworm at gmail dot com

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  15. ChannahApril 18, 2008 at 6:45 PM

    Keep romance alive after a newborn.

    Also, I subscribe to your feed!

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  16. chromiummanApril 18, 2008 at 6:51 PM

    You cannot spoil a child with too much love

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  17. goalmomApril 18, 2008 at 8:27 PM

    Never forget - You only get one chance to raise a child.

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  18. AnonymousApril 18, 2008 at 10:34 PM

    'Turn off the TV, close the laptop, and listen to your kids'
    This holds true for all kids of all ages...great advice!
    Thanks

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  19. KariApril 19, 2008 at 12:00 AM

    My husband would enjoy this!!

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  20. GinnyApril 19, 2008 at 2:17 PM

    Remove her from an audience

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  21. AnonymousApril 19, 2008 at 6:16 PM

    I have to remind myself to ""STAY CALM" all the time!
    dansan826 at yahoo.com

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  22. AnonymousApril 19, 2008 at 6:16 PM

    Subscriber!
    dansan826 at yahoo.com

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  23. Jessica CoteApril 19, 2008 at 6:48 PM

    This would be great for my husband because he loves football! My favorite is "Talk to your little one. She will hear you and she will grow to understand what you are saying." which is so true and a very important thing to do.

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  24. AnonymousApril 20, 2008 at 5:22 AM

    "You cannot spoil a child with too much love."

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  25. cdruryApril 20, 2008 at 6:24 AM

    you cannot spoil a child with too much love - as a psychotherapist I would be out of business if this was followed more carefully!!!! well not out of business but I would have a lot less!

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  26. Princess Golden HairApril 20, 2008 at 10:56 AM

    I know a new baby tires you but gosh knows I can use some romance. I think that's a great tip

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  27. idahomomApril 20, 2008 at 2:04 PM

    Looks like interesting reading. Thanks for the chance.

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  28. Erica GApril 20, 2008 at 4:48 PM

    Hold her in your arms

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  29. RoyalCherylApril 20, 2008 at 6:41 PM

    Sounds like a great read. I know the best thing you can do, is to always tell your kids you Love them. It doesn't matter how old they are. Thanks for the giveaway.

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  30. AnonymousApril 21, 2008 at 2:52 AM

    Stay calm.

    Thanks for the contest!

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  31. kaylee8April 21, 2008 at 8:13 AM

    Never give in!

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  32. UnknownApril 21, 2008 at 10:42 AM

    A toddler tip that should be remembered even as they get older is to "stay calm". Having teens as well I try to remember to stay calm! LOL

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  33. AnonymousApril 21, 2008 at 11:00 AM

    "I don't respond to that tome of voice."

    theyyyguy@yahoo.com

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  34. AnonymousApril 21, 2008 at 12:17 PM

    "You cannot spoil a child with too much love."

    deadmonkeys90@yahoo.com

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  35. AnonymousApril 21, 2008 at 2:31 PM

    "Learn a couple songs to soothe your savage beast. Music will work wonders to calm your star".

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  36. Jinxy and MeApril 21, 2008 at 5:36 PM

    Stay calm during a temper tantrum

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  37. AnonymousApril 21, 2008 at 10:25 PM

    Sound good...

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  38. klp1965April 22, 2008 at 2:10 AM

    please enter me :)

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  39. TimsterApril 22, 2008 at 2:17 AM

    One QB Dad tip in dealing with toddler temper tantrums is to stay calm and ignore the outburst.

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  40. masonsgranny59April 22, 2008 at 3:27 AM

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  41. masonsgranny59April 22, 2008 at 3:30 AM

    sounds great!:)

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  42. AnonymousApril 22, 2008 at 3:38 AM

    Spend quiet time with her in your arms. You cannot spoil a child with too much love. garrettsambo@aol.com

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  43. TarynApril 22, 2008 at 3:47 AM

    "Change diapers. I suggested a scoreboard to keep track of who changes how many. I am competitive and would have tried to win! One person will probably change more because of circumstances, but share the wealth when possible."

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  44. AnonymousApril 22, 2008 at 3:55 AM

    NEVER give in

    dolls123[at]gmail[dot]com

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  45. BrookeApril 22, 2008 at 4:35 AM

    You can't give em too much love.

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  46. mrstrooperApril 22, 2008 at 7:20 AM

    You cannot spoil a child with too much love.

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  47. AnonymousApril 22, 2008 at 9:43 AM

    Love the movie that partially was bed upon the book. However, turn off the tv,dvd player, laptop; and simply devote your time, undivided attention to the most priceless gift you have received, your child.

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  48. lilykApril 22, 2008 at 4:00 PM

    Spend quiet time with her in your arms. You cannot spoil a child with too much love. I subscribed to your feed.

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  49. Lisa C.April 22, 2008 at 4:54 PM

    10. Spend quiet time with her in your arms. You cannot spoil a child with too much love.

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  50. calgirlApril 23, 2008 at 2:57 PM

    Tip when tantrums occur they are put on the sidelines until they can continue.

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  51. calgirlApril 23, 2008 at 2:57 PM

    Tip when tantrums occur they are put on the sidelines until they can continue.

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  52. IvÿApril 24, 2008 at 10:31 AM

    yay, i love this book. definitely would love to own a copy..:)

    subscribed to your feed as well. :)

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