tips that every new dad needs when his wife is in labor. Delivery room tips for dad from a labor and delivery nurse

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  • Chloé Arnold says:

    SO many great tips! I really hadn’t given too much thought into how to help Caleb prepare for labor- we just knew what I needed. Would have been good to think about these thingsfirst

    • Yes, I feel like the Dad’s role is often overlooked until the time comes!

  • I love love this guide for dads. I think every man expecting should read his. I’m also glad to say that my partner was a lot of these things x

  • A lot of what you say here is quite condescending towards men. Despite stereotypes of men who are clueless when it comes to supporting their S/O during pregnancy or labor, I’d say a larger than expected percentage are naturally supportive, respectful, and mindful of what their role is. Had you titled this post “guide to delivery for men who are clueless on how to respect a woman” I think the material would fit better.

    • I agree that most men are naturally incredible supporters for their wives. I see time and time again husbands and support persons in labor that are absolute ROCK STARS for their partners. I love seeing that. The reason I wrote this post is so that more men would be that for their pregnant significant others. As a labor nurse, I see the men that I describe in this post all too often. I’m not pointing out any type of stereotype. I would never want to imply that most men are disrespectful to their wives in labor. Instead, I’m trying to shine light on what many men overlook when they are in the delivery room.