“She’s pregnant, I’m not!” You might think.. Though she’ll expect a great deal of you, since it’s your baby too. Here are some ways to experience hr pregnancy as yours and make the best of it.
- Show interest. Your wife may want to discuss certain things again and again, but that is because it is important to her and ultimately to you too. Join her for medical check-ups when you can, if you have trouble getting away be sure to make it to the big ones like the first heartbeat and the ultrasounds.
- Rub her feet. This is a great way to pamper her and it will relieve her of a lot of tension and fatigue. It is also a great way to create time to catch up and talk.
- Do house chores. This might sound like something that is very low priority but it will lift some weight of her shoulders. She will love the fact that you are willing to also contribute in this way.
- Stay romantic. Take her out for dinner, like a date! It is very important to spend time together as a couple, even though the baby may be dominating both of your minds.
- Take childbirth classes. Don’t worry about turning green or looking silly. These classes will help you tremendously once she’s in labor. A good class should prepare you for anything along the way. It also gives you a chance to ask questions.
- Fill the gas tank. Sounds silly, but the fumes can make her feel ill and aren’t good for her or your baby. This small act of kindness will go along way.
- Read a book and surf the net. No need to make it a full-time activity, but it is good to show her that you want to learn about pregnancy. Not to mention reading can give you an edge up and provide you with some talking points for future conversations.
- Let her nap! If mom is exhausted an hour nap when she comes home can make a world of difference, as could sleeping late during the weekend. If you really want to score points: serve her breakfast in bed!
- Feel the baby. The mother feels most of the moves the baby makes. You may be just a too late in putting your hand on your partners tummy to feel the baby move. Why not let your hand rest on her tummy when both of you are watching TV or when you are in bed reading or chatting. Ask her first! You will have a better chance of feeling a move the longer your hand is on her tummy.
- Help with small things. A great husband tries to do small things, just to save her some time, make things easier for her. Find joy in being the one who makes things run smoothly around the house. Be the problem solver and you will be your wife’s hero.
