Fathr Fertility · article · 7 min read

How Fathers Can Support Their Partner During Pregnancy

Concrete, useful things to do across nine months — beyond being supportive in theory.

Be at the appointments you can be at

It signals that this is shared, and it means two people heard the information.

Notice the tasks and absorb them. Asking 'what can I do?' moves the mental load back onto her.

Most difficult moments in pregnancy do not have a fix. Presence is the contribution.

Expectant fathers experience anxiety and low mood as well. Talk to someone, and to your GP if it persists.

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