15 Tips for Dads To Be
Many Dads get excited about the thought of having a baby yet are unaware of what it takes to support their wives during the pregnancy and postpartum process. Here are a few tips on how to maximize your role in the childbirth process:
1. Suggest taking childbirth classes with your wife. It is a very empowering experience since it defines your role during the childbirth process.
2. If you are unable to because of time constraints, just read up on books and the internet about the pregnancy and most especially, about the breastfeeding process so you can support your wife all the way through.
3. Accompany your wife, whenever you can, to her pre-natal checkups.
4. If you’re a first time Dad, practice carrying a baby using a doll so you won’t be too afraid to handle your own baby on the day of delivery. Ask your Mom, aunt, cousin or sister who is knowledgeable to teach you.
5. Help your wife prepare her birth plan and, organize the things required on the day of labor, and what type