{"id":3418,"date":"2016-06-22T23:16:33","date_gmt":"2016-06-22T17:46:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/appstudio.co.in\/ucblog\/?p=3418"},"modified":"2016-11-07T13:35:43","modified_gmt":"2016-11-07T08:05:43","slug":"preparing-for-fatherhood","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/appstudio.co.in\/ucblog\/trending\/preparing-for-fatherhood\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Simple Ways to Help You Prepare for Fatherhood"},"content":{"rendered":"

This one\u2019s for all the Dads-to-be! Motherhood is a wonderful, exciting new phase and having you around is one of the best things your partner could ask for. Yes, she\u2019s probably a bundle of nerves and oscillating between huge smiles and crazy tantrums – but just blame that on the pregnancy hormones! And while she\u2019s making a safe, cozy home for the baby inside her, here\u2019s what you can do to prepare yourself for fatherhood: <\/span><\/p>\n

1. Be handy around the house<\/span><\/h2>\n

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An infant in the house means changing your routine and your home set-up too. Babies are especially delicate and curious about new sights and sounds, so it is important to baby-proof your house well. <\/span>Hire Urbanclap\u2019s professional carpentry or interior services<\/a> \u00a0<\/span><\/i>to figure out how you can protect against awkward, sharp furniture edges and create a happy, fun zone for your little bub to grow up in. <\/span><\/p>\n

2. Get a handle on finances<\/span><\/h2>\n

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First you were two and now you\u2019ll be three! Which means factoring in expenses for a whole new person at home. Between hospital costs and baby stuff – there\u2019s a ton of stuff to keep in mind. So <\/span>plan your finances well (link to UC CA services if any) <\/span><\/i>and budget for everything you and your partner could possibly need before your little one enters the world. <\/span><\/p>\n

3. Do your reading<\/span><\/h2>\n

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Pregnancy, birthing, breastfeeding, infant care – it\u2019s a brand new world that you\u2019re going to have to face and it\u2019s important you are well prepared and supporting your partner every step of the way. Thanks to Google and a whole bunch of parenting books and magazines (plus lots of free advice from that nosy Aunty next door!), \u00a0you have enough resources at your service to research and gear up for being a great Dad. <\/span><\/p>\n

4. Childbirth and Baby Care Classes<\/span><\/h2>\n

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Hospitals nowadays offer special classes for first time parents to help them cope with the challenges of parenthood. From simple yoga and breathing techniques that can help during labour to more detailed sessions on how to look after your infant – there\u2019s plenty you can learn from these experts. Don\u2019t hesitate to ask questions, no matter how silly you think they sound. Enroll for couple sessions and learn the ropes of parenthood before the baby arrives and inflicts sleepless nights on the both of you! <\/span><\/p>\n

5. Bond with the bump<\/span><\/h2>\n

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Mommy-to-be spends every single second of the pregnancy with the baby – she\u2019s feeling the kicks, hiccups and even notices when the baby sleeps. It\u2019s important a father-to-be also spends some quality time with the bump. Talk to the baby through the belly, feel the kicks and spend time pampering your partner – she\u2019s creating a wonderful gift for you and it\u2019s important to let her know how much she means to you! <\/span><\/p>\n

These 9 months of pregnancy can be equal parts magical and equal parts frustrating – so it\u2019s important to be a pillar of support for your partner when nausea, fatigue and mood swings are getting her down. With you by her side, every thing is a lot easier to handle and she\u2019s definitely going to thank you for it. Don\u2019t worry too much about sticking to the rule book when it comes to being a great Dad – there\u2019s going to be tons of advice and tips coming your way. What\u2019s important is that you sift through your research, choose what works best for you and let that natural Daddy instinct kick in to determine what parenting style works best for you. Good luck for fatherhood – we\u2019re sure it\u2019s going to be the best ride of your life! <\/span><\/p>\n

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