From the cradle to the grave, we’ve got celebrations: birthdays, graduations, and of course the time-honored bachelor party. And yet we’ve left becoming a father out of the pantheon of rite-of- passage ceremonies. It is arguably the biggest event in a man’s life, yet he’s left to play “sniff the baby food in the diaper” at the co-ed baby shower or wait alone watching sports … [Read more...] about Should dad-to-be have a baby shower, too?
For dad: How to survive your first day at the OB
It is just one of those things, guys; you’ve gotta do it. While attending the first pregnancy-related ob/gyn visit with your wife does not sound like a backbreaking show of support, you should at least offer to go. And when your wife says that she doesn’t need you to go, it is wise to insist that you want to. This simple two-hour commitment (appointment, then you take her to … [Read more...] about For dad: How to survive your first day at the OB
Communal labor rooms – and other stories of giving birth abroad
Living in some exotic locale sounds exciting, but what’s it like giving birth abroad in a foreign country? It’s easy to assume the best health care is available here at home, but is that really true? We talked to five North American moms living abroad, who shared the highs and the lows of their birthing experiences around the globe. Kerry Dudman from Cupertino, Ca, … [Read more...] about Communal labor rooms – and other stories of giving birth abroad
How to handle that C-section scar
What you want to know about the size, closure, and care of a C-section scar — plus tips to minimize it. Whether you’re scheduled for a C-section, or end up having one because baby won’t budge, there’s one thing you can count on—a scar. Sometimes the idea of a permanent effect can be more traumatic than the actual mark, so here’s what to expect to help you … [Read more...] about How to handle that C-section scar
5 lifesaving tips to soothe your postpartum tush
Here, thanks to the wisdom of mamas and care providers, are a handful of soothing solutions to help you find comfort for your achy private parts during those first few postpartum weeks. ’Rhoid rage “About half of new moms get hemorrhoids during pregnancy and childbirth, but “no one talks about them!” laments St. Louis Park, MN, mom Jennifer Wetherall. She relied on witch … [Read more...] about 5 lifesaving tips to soothe your postpartum tush