Pregnancy: Your First Steps Toward Parenthood and Family Life
Congratulations! Who would have thought that one day, it’s just you and her: your lovely wife, curled up next to you in bed, asking you to hold her? Despite the fact that you are late and more likely to be, you give in and hold her for a few more minutes before waking up guilty and getting ready for work, and another day comes, and here she is, enthusiastically holding a test kit. . , and that tells both of them that they are going to have a baby.
“Marvelous!” It was the only thing he said as he kissed her gently while looking deep into her eyes: be careful not to reveal what is going on inside your head. “What do I do and how do I treat?”
Well don’t worry because in this post we’ll provide information that can help you, future new dads, deal with your wife and your next little bundle of joy.
Pregnancy: Your First Steps Toward Parenthood and Family Life
Your first trimester
Pregnancy takes different forms for each and every woman. Some women become very miserable, while others glow with vitality and health. The first three months are usually the most crucial and delicate for her and her baby. Be patient. She is experiencing new things (especially if it is the first time) and she is feeling many changes in her body. Changes that may seem trivial to you, but are extremely important (and may even cause pain) to her: bouts of nausea, breast enlargement and pain and pain, fatigue and dizziness, increased urination, cravings and aversions to food, and constipation, among many others. At this point, it is advisable that you let him take control of things: let him decide what to wear, what to look at, or when to sleep. Being pregnant is difficult. Don’t make it harder by pushing things to go your way or by forcing her to give in to yours. The last thing you want to happen is to increase your stress. Help her! You won’t ruin your manhood by doing laundry or shopping. Not only is it proving helpful, it will also decrease the combination of stress and anxiety that she is feeling. However, it is also at this point, my friend, that you may feel more sexually deprived. But don’t worry, this is mainly due to her hormones and not because she doesn’t love you anymore. I highly recommend going with her to doctor appointments so that they can share and receive valuable information at this new stage in their lives.
Your second trimester
It is at this point that her body begins to visibly show signs of life within her. And for many new dads, here’s a rule of thumb: NEVER CRITICIZE YOUR WIFE’S CONTINUOUSLY CHANGING APPEARANCE. Sure, you’ve gained at least a couple of pounds and will continue to gain more until you give birth, but trust me, you don’t want to be on the receiving end of her mood swings that can be triggered by the most seemingly trivial ones. of comments. Be more considerate and sensitive to their needs. Let her sleep if she wants. Be there and really listen when you vent your anxiety. All she needs is the assurance that you are with her every step of the way. Do your best and wash the clothes that she has been making for you. Visit your favorite place too before you come home from work to pick up the food you’ve been craving. Be sure to tell her that she is very beautiful and assure her of your unwavering love and devotion every day. And again, always take the time to accompany her to doctor appointments – listen, take notes, and ask questions. And also, be prepared to rush out as often as necessary to deal with the things that will ease your wife’s anxiety. There is nothing more uplifting than seeing your wife’s mood lighten because of you. At this time, she is also more open to fulfilling her sexual duties as a wife. It is also at this point that you can feel the presence of the baby. Do not hesitate to stop what you are doing when your wife calls you to feel your baby move inside her belly, and even more, if you are in the Doctor’s clinic and via ultrasound, both of you will see your baby in action. Believe me, it is indeed a life changing experience to see those little hands and feet in motion. And if you are lucky, it is at this point that you know if your little angel is a boy or a girl.
Your third trimester
As the anticipation of your wife (mixed with perhaps a million other emotions) continually grows with her tummy, it’s only natural for many future dads (or sometimes not even) that they get anxious, too. It is at this point that the reality of becoming a parent is really sinking. This is also the most tense on your path to parenthood, therefore this is a very crucial stage where you need to be more reassuring and provide a calm environment. To achieve this, it is completely okay to open lines of communication with your wife and your doctor, as your doctor will be your greatest ally. Ask questions, take more notes, and pay attention to the information your doctor will provide. This is also the perfect time to collect photos of your wife’s growing belly to share with your baby in the future. This is also where your doctor will ask you to go for more checkups: usually every two weeks starting at week 28 and every week starting at week 36. Your doctor will continually monitor your baby’s growth and heart rate, and getting closer At the end of your journey, vaginal exams will provide significant information in determining the position of the baby within your uterus, and the doctor may also check your cervix to see if it has started to soften or dilate in preparation for delivery.
What to give your pregnant wife
Your first trimester
During the crucial first months, where periods of food aversion and cravings can appear in alternating cycles, your pregnant wife can easily lose very important nutrients. These nutrients are invaluable, especially to offset your changing needs. As a general rule, it would be better to stick to quality rather than quantity. Most women have picky taste buds at this point, and one type of food may be good for one day, but you may not like it at all the next day. Be patient enough to adapt to their needs. A diet called grazing, in which your wife eats a little food throughout the day, will make her digestion more smoothly and ensure that she doesn’t starve herself or her growing baby. It would be better to follow the supplements recommended by your doctor, as your needs are different now. These supplements are designed to make up for the nutrients you may lose due to nausea.
Your second trimester
Brilliant! Your wife has made it through the first trimester, often nauseated, and (hopefully) feeling better, more energetic, and of course hungrier than ever! At this point, you may want to try several foods, so be very patient with her if she wants to experiment with the foods she is eating. As in the first trimester, the supplements recommended by your doctor are still of the utmost importance, especially now that your baby’s needs are greater than ever.
Your third trimester
The last trimester of your wonderful journey to parenthood is actually the busiest. As the countdown to the big day approaches, doctor visits become more frequent and preparations for the baby’s arrival are at their peak. But of course one thing you shouldn’t forget is to make sure your wife gets the maximum amount of nutrients from the food she eats. Not only is your baby growing bigger and much hungrier, but at this point, the baby’s brain is at the fastest rate of development. Experts recommend a diet rich in DHA omega-3 fatty acids (found in salmon and walnuts) to promote further brain development. Also, increasing your intake of dietary fiber will help prevent constipation as well.