Dad: We give you some tips to overcome the frequent negative feelings at this stage.

Although it is true that the father did not carry his child in the womb for nine months and did not have the greater burden of physical and emotional changes in pregnancy, childbirth and postpartum, it is unfair to say that he is calm and relaxed taking the best part because Not expressing your feelings does not mean that you do not have them.

By many variables, men have been forced to hide their fear, frustration, sadness, anguish, impotence, pride, joy, happiness, anxiety and countless emotions in their souls before the arrival of their child. Dad is also in the mood and needs to be congratulated, listened to and pampered.

In addition, it is normal for Dad to feel jealous and possible feelings of abandonment with the new family environment, but it can disappear with a participatory and inclusive attitude, which, insofar as it is voluntary, committed and loving, will bring greater benefits to everybody.

Attitudes towards sex

The most common feeling in men during pregnancy is the fear of causing harm to the mother or baby with sexual intercourse, but it is a factor that is given more by ignorance and you can overcome it by consulting your doctor, reading About the topic and listening to other parents.

The information helps you understand that your feelings are valid and real, but unjustified in many cases. Research has shown that sex during pregnancy is also great.

It is true that the sexual appetite decreases in some pregnant women because of multiple factors, but they are circumstances that can change when you are honest with yourself and your partner, talk about the subject and together find creative and rewarding solutions for both.

The most important thing for you as a parent during this period is to maintain a good mood, your sense of humor and try to act confident that with your partner you will discover how to smile again.