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New Dad? - Top Five Tips
May 23, 2009 by Baby Chums
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Top Tips for New Dads
No. 1 Get involved! Life is all about making mistakes, learning from them and changing what we do until it works. I was particularly terrified of dressing our son – his limbs seemed so small and fragile. A particularly helpful nurse suggested holding his hand as I pulled his arm through a sleeve to stop the fingers getting caught – the small details can make a big difference in the long run.
No. 2 Be an equal partner in your relationship. If money concerns are usually the source of most disagreements between mum and dad, helping out around the house and with the baby are the second. The more that you do at home the stronger your relationship will be and the happier you will all be.
No. 3 Be honest. Talk to your partner about the way you are experiencing the changes to the family and how they make you feel.
No. 4 Support mum’s decision on breastfeeding. Studies show that breastfeeding is best for newborn babies and that mums should be offered encouragement and support while they learn this new skill. Help your partner to rest between feeds and make sure she is well hydrated.
No. 5 Keep the romance - you still have a relationship with you partner. First babies completely change the family dynamic but before the baby was born you and your partner had lots of time together. Love and romance are still important in your relationship and by making time together you can retain this.
This article was written by, Nick Moody.
Nick also owns and operates the site www.dadscoach.co.uk
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Top 5 Tips for Expectant Dads
May 14, 2009 by Baby Chums
Filed under Tips
No. 1 Rearrange your diary and go with your partner to her midwife appointments. Your partner will appreciate the support and you’ll get to know the midwifes and learn about how the baby is developing and how your partner’s body is changing during pregnancy.
There is also nothing quite as exciting during the pregnancy than seeing the scan of your baby at twelve and twenty weeks.
No. 2 Be prepared! Get a good book and learn about how a baby will change your life. There are some excellent books for dads available that can help you to consider the numerous ways that your baby will change your life. Having things ready in advance means that you’ll not be rushing around at the last minute
No. 3 Have an opinion! If your partner is unsure whether to go for cloth or disposable nappies, to breastfeed or to use formula or what colour to decorate the nursery – offer your thoughts.
No. 4 Plan the finances! If you haven’t already got a life insurance policy, a will or a savings account, now might be a good time.
No. 5 Arrange your paternity leave. Talk to your line manager and your HR team when you start telling people about the pregnancy and ask for some flexibility of dates for your paternity leave. I was a bit like a yo-yo for a week before my son was born – in and out of work as the Braxton Hicks contractions confused us and finally became the real thing!
This article was written by, Nick Moody.
Nick also owns and operates the site www.dadscoach.co.uk
