We're Pregnant! summary

What can dad really do during pregnancy? You might have been wondering that from the start.

Turns out, rather a lot, actually.

Eager to start telling the world about your bundle of joy? Try delaying this announcement until you enter the second trimester. Miscarriages are normal and can happen. But a few trusted people should know so that they can help in an emergency.

Find a fun and creative way to tell family and friends when you’re ready. You’ll get more advice than you possibly need so it helps to be selective.

You’re cruising, but what happens if the baby is born now?

The baby’s viability goes up to 100 percent if born prematurely at this point. It’s also raising a riot inside as it grows and has less space inside the womb. It’s starting to move into an upside-down position to prepare for birth. This, and the light contractions mom is experiencing will make her very uncomfortable. 

You might be wondering, What on earth is the fourth trimester? Well, it’s the trimester when your baby’s already here, flexing and learning about its new environment – feeding, adjusting, and wailing when it needs attention.

This period is very important for many reasons. Mom has to heal and recover from the physical, mental, and emotional exertions she experienced during pregnancy. This recovery could take 40 days or more and will depend on labor, the birth method, and conditions after birth.

Most women feel lonely during pregnancy even when they’re going through this process with their partners. As a first-time dad, you have the opportunity to provide physical, mental, material, and emotional support for the duration of the nine months and beyond. Learning about the changes in her body and responding to them will build a deeper connection and a healthy environment for the baby when it arrives.