Being pregnant isn't easy. There are many emotions, frustrations, pains and complexities involved in carrying a child for nine months. Men must know this! However, I have heard a number of pregnant women gripe about how their husband's idea of supporting them throughout the pregnancy was to capitalize on their cravings.
Dear Husband / Father-To-Be,
You planted your seed and did your duty. WRONG! Now's the time to step up and show your wife how much you care. Confused? You don't know what she wants? Don't worry... here are some quick tips on how to show some love and appreciation to your wife throughout the remainder of her pregnancy.
Sincerest regards,
The Deliberate (and pregnant) Mom
THE List for Daddy-To-Be
#Listen
We always need our man to listen to us but now is more important than ever! Hear our woes. Sympathize with our worries. Sincerely listen and hear what we are saying.
#Help
Oh my goodness, there's no better time to pick up a vacuum cleaner, wash the dishes, do the laundry or make the occasional supper! We are tired and we need help. If you don't want to fall victim to the onslaught of pregnant, hormonal explosions of frustration, then make sure to help out around the house. A side note to the ladies... compliment him GREATLY for how he helped (even if he didn't do it the way you would do it)... he's more likely to volunteer to help out again.
#Be at her beckoned call
If she's craving a grape slushie when it's -35 outside, don't try to talk her down from her craving. Get out there and drive around the city to find the perfect grape slushie. Trust me... these are memories in the making and although it seems odd or frustrating now, you'll both laugh about it years later.
#Take her on a date
Just because she's carrying your child doesn't mean that you're off the hook for taking your lady out on the town. Take her out to dinner, see a movie, or simply browse in a book shop and afterwards go out for tea/coffee.
#Be eager
If your wife is ecstatic about a birthing or parenting class, try your best to share in her excitement. Even if you have to fake your enthusiasm... do it! In her pregnant brain, the lack of excitement = lack of excitement about the baby and/or her.
#Show a little romance
She needs to know you love her... pregnant or not! However, an extra showering of romance can help smooth over her rough days or emotional moments. A random greeting card professing your love for her, slow dancing in the living room, a bouquet of flowers, a sappy slide show... there's so many things you can do to help her feel loved.
#Book a spa treatment for her
A month or two before the baby is due, surprise her with a spa treatment. A manicure, pedicure or massage can really help relieve some of her pregnancy aches and pains.
#Help her relax
There are a lot of physical and emotional stresses that accompany a pregnancy. Find ways to help your wife relax. You could prepare a bubble bath for her, give her a shoulder or foot rub, or surprise her with a magazine.
#Book housecleaning services for her
A month before the baby is due, while she's out visiting, shopping, or at her baby shower, schedule a top to bottom professional housecleaning. Coming home to an immaculate home could make the world of difference to her. Another great tip is to book some additional housecleaning services for a couple months following the birth of the baby.
#Treat her to some great maternity clothes
A great maternity wardrobe can help your wife embrace and accept her changing body. Take her to the mall and let her take all the time she wants trying on jeans and shirts.
#Let her know you think she's beautiful (inside and out)
Trust me, she's feeling frumpy and far from sexy. Remind her of all the things you love and adore about her.
Trust me when you play your role during this moment, you both enjoy the whole time together and you ease your woman's pains and burdens during the whole time ....... This is a wonderful time that is to be cherished and remembered forever......
Dear Husband / Father-To-Be,
You planted your seed and did your duty. WRONG! Now's the time to step up and show your wife how much you care. Confused? You don't know what she wants? Don't worry... here are some quick tips on how to show some love and appreciation to your wife throughout the remainder of her pregnancy.
Sincerest regards,
The Deliberate (and pregnant) Mom
THE List for Daddy-To-Be
#Listen
We always need our man to listen to us but now is more important than ever! Hear our woes. Sympathize with our worries. Sincerely listen and hear what we are saying.
#Help
Oh my goodness, there's no better time to pick up a vacuum cleaner, wash the dishes, do the laundry or make the occasional supper! We are tired and we need help. If you don't want to fall victim to the onslaught of pregnant, hormonal explosions of frustration, then make sure to help out around the house. A side note to the ladies... compliment him GREATLY for how he helped (even if he didn't do it the way you would do it)... he's more likely to volunteer to help out again.
#Be at her beckoned call
If she's craving a grape slushie when it's -35 outside, don't try to talk her down from her craving. Get out there and drive around the city to find the perfect grape slushie. Trust me... these are memories in the making and although it seems odd or frustrating now, you'll both laugh about it years later.
#Take her on a date
Just because she's carrying your child doesn't mean that you're off the hook for taking your lady out on the town. Take her out to dinner, see a movie, or simply browse in a book shop and afterwards go out for tea/coffee.
#Be eager
If your wife is ecstatic about a birthing or parenting class, try your best to share in her excitement. Even if you have to fake your enthusiasm... do it! In her pregnant brain, the lack of excitement = lack of excitement about the baby and/or her.
#Show a little romance
She needs to know you love her... pregnant or not! However, an extra showering of romance can help smooth over her rough days or emotional moments. A random greeting card professing your love for her, slow dancing in the living room, a bouquet of flowers, a sappy slide show... there's so many things you can do to help her feel loved.
#Book a spa treatment for her
A month or two before the baby is due, surprise her with a spa treatment. A manicure, pedicure or massage can really help relieve some of her pregnancy aches and pains.
#Help her relax
There are a lot of physical and emotional stresses that accompany a pregnancy. Find ways to help your wife relax. You could prepare a bubble bath for her, give her a shoulder or foot rub, or surprise her with a magazine.
#Book housecleaning services for her
A month before the baby is due, while she's out visiting, shopping, or at her baby shower, schedule a top to bottom professional housecleaning. Coming home to an immaculate home could make the world of difference to her. Another great tip is to book some additional housecleaning services for a couple months following the birth of the baby.
#Treat her to some great maternity clothes
A great maternity wardrobe can help your wife embrace and accept her changing body. Take her to the mall and let her take all the time she wants trying on jeans and shirts.
#Let her know you think she's beautiful (inside and out)
Trust me, she's feeling frumpy and far from sexy. Remind her of all the things you love and adore about her.
Trust me when you play your role during this moment, you both enjoy the whole time together and you ease your woman's pains and burdens during the whole time ....... This is a wonderful time that is to be cherished and remembered forever......
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