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There are many things a woman can do to amp up dad’s involvement in the pregnancy. Read pregnancy books and take childbirth classes with him. There are many websites available that can help dad learn about his new role as a parent. These will build his confidence in his role as a new dad. Before you know it, he may begin chastising you for skipping your nap or not eating enough leafy greens. Once they gain their “baby legs,” many new dads relish the idea of helping to grow a new baby. Let dad indulge his proud father side by letting him show your ultrasound photo to the neighbors or at work. He will begin to develop a close bond with the new baby as he does so. When it comes to preparing for delivery of the baby, make sure dad knows what to expect and how important his role as coach and father will be. It would be wise to view an actual birth video with him so that he is prepared, particularly if he is at all squeamish. Educate him about the pain you will have and how he should respond. Discuss in great detail how you wish the birth to proceed such as drugs or no drugs. Make sure to consult with him and get his opinions as the two of you devise your birth plan. Make sure to include dad in your preparation for baby. Why not let him choose and purchase his own diaper bag and set of baby essentials. Companies such as “Diaper Dude” make a very sporty male friendly diaper bag. It is appropriately titled the “New Dad Diaper Bag.” It comes in black or tan and looks sort of like a fishing tackle vest. With compartments for everything he will need, including a convenient changing pad. Why not purchase one of these and fill it with baby items and give him a daddy shower gift. Once the new baby arrives, he will jump at the chance to use his bag and baby items. Let him help you design the nursery as well. As women, we can get very pushy when anyone intrudes on our vision of the nursery decor should be. Remember that he is not just anyone. He is the father of this child and his opinion is as important as yours. On the other hand, if cuddly lambs and pink duckies are not his thing, don’t be upset if he seems uninterested in decorating the baby’s nursery. Most men would rather let you handle this part. So do your best to include him. If he is excited to help, great! If not, make it your special project created especially for your new baby. So although hormones may be surging, and nausea setting in, try to remember to include dad throughout the entire pregnancy process. By considering his ideas and opinions he will develop is confidence and alleviate his fears. He will likely become an increasingly proud and helpful “pregnant dad!” |
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