Preparing for fatherhood

This section is for dads. Fathers often take a back seat in pregnancy discussions and I'd like to correct that bias. Your baby doesn't have any notion of the difference between mothers and fathers. She just wants to be loved and cared for. Men can do these things just as well as women and caring for your baby helps build your relationship with her for the future.

Becoming a dad

Fathers often take a back seat in guides like this and I'd like to correct that bias. Your baby doesn't have any notion about the difference between mothers and fathers. She just wants to be loved and cared for. Men can do these things just as well as women and caring for your baby helps build...
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The expecting father

The moment you find out that you're going to be a father is one of the most exciting of your life and you'll probably feel just as emotional about the news as your partner does. Talk to your partner about the pregnancy and get involved in plans for the birth. Allow your unborn baby to become as...
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Dads during labour

Your partner will need you with her once labour starts. You may feel that the medical staff have everything under control and there's not a lot you can do, but there is and it's important for you to be there and to be loving and intimate with your partner.
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Dads at the birth

When the due date is near, make sure your partner can always get in touch with you easily. Your support during the labour and birth will be a huge comfort to her and you have a practical role too. Trust your intuition and judgment as to what's needed and ask for feedback.
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Sleep routines and dad's night duty

Understanding the way your baby's sleep patterns work will help you to tune into her needs, particularly at night.
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How you can help during the pregancy

For the first few months your partner may be more tired than usual, and throughout the pregnancy your help will be precious.
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