Category: Pregnancy

Pregnant women indeed experience a variety of emotions and life changes. But first-time dads have their feelings and concerns to deal with, too. While men may not show it outwardly, the effects of becoming a father should not be underestimated. You’re not alone if you’re surprised, panicked, overwhelmed, scared, or unprepared. This, like any major […]

Your partner is in excruciating pain. She is sweating, groaning, and squeezing your hand harder than you can believe possible. You’re telling her that she’s doing great, that you’re proud of her – but it is not working, and she’s just rolling her eyes. She’s miserable, and she’s not being very nice to you, to […]

Waiting for your partner to give birth is endless. By week 40 of pregnancy, you and your partner will feel pretty eager to get the waiting over with. And your baby is probably preened for the occasion too. But what if it got stage fright and just won’t make its entrance? What then? Induction of […]

The news that you are expecting twins or triplets is an ultimate bombshell. It’s an amazing blessing that’s often followed by an enormous shockwave. Every parenting book will tell you that life changes dramatically after a child is born. As a result, parents of twins (or triplets, or more!) may feel like they’ve left the […]

We all know what Mom’s job is during childbirth, but by offering support, dads play a crucial role. When labor happens, dads can feel overwhelmed and clueless about what to do and how to best help and support their partner when she needs help the most. So, how can you prepare for what’s bound to […]