Pregnancy Podcast

Pregnancy Crash Course for Dads and Partners


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Most of what people know about having a baby comes from movies or what they have heard from friends. That is not enough to prepare you for what lies ahead. Understanding the basics of pregnancy, birth, and postpartum recovery can make a big difference in how well you support your partner. More importantly, it will help you feel more confident as you navigate pregnancy, labor, and life as a new parent. This episode is a crash course on what dads and partners need to know, from the moment you find out you are going to be a parent through bringing your baby home.   While most of the Pregnancy Podcast listeners are expecting mothers, this episode is designed for fathers and partners. If you are pregnant and listening, I hope you will share this with your partner so they can feel more prepared and better understand what to expect. If you are pregnant without a romantic partner or co-parent, please know that you do not have to go through this alone. Lean on your friends, family, and support network as you navigate this significant transition in your life.     Thank you to our sponsors   VTech is the most trusted choice for baby monitors and North America's leading #1 baby monitor brand. The Vtech V-Care Over the Crib Smart Nursery Baby Monitor has every feature you could want in a monitor to keep an eye on your baby and have peace of mind that they are safely sleeping. The V-Care has built-in intelligence to alert you if your baby's face is covered or has rolled over on their stomach, full high-definition video, infrared night vision technology, and even analysis of sleep patterns and quality. The V-Care Over the Crib Smart Nursery Baby Monitor is exclusively available on Amazon.   20% off Mommy Steps or Form insoles with the promo code FEET. Studies show pregnancy can make your feet grow. In one study, 61% of participants had a measurable increase in foot length, and 22% reported going up a shoe size. The thought of going up a shoe size and having to replace every pair of shoes you own might freak you out. The good news is that wearing insoles can protect your feet from going up in size.     Read the full article and resources that accompany this episode.     Join Pregnancy Podcast Premium to access the entire back catalog, listen to all episodes ad-free, get a copy of the Your Birth Plan Book, and more.     Check out the 40 Weeks podcast to learn how your baby grows each week and what is happening in your body. Plus, get a heads up on what to expect at your prenatal appointments and a tip for dads and partners.     For more evidence-based information, visit the Pregnancy Podcast website.
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