A Father's Perspective on Labor & Birth: Stuart MacIntyre
Spotlight on Single Motherhood
English - August 11, 2020 05:00 - 30 minutes - 21.1 MB - ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsParenting Kids & Family Education Self-Improvement motherhood mom pregnancy unplanned pregnancy baby parenting postpartum single parent self help motivation Homepage Download Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts Overcast Castro Pocket Casts RSS feed
The presence and support of spouses or partners are essential for mothers undergoing labor and after giving birth.
In this episode, our guest Stuart Macintyre joins us once again to share what it’s like being a new father. He also imparts his first-hand experience supporting his wife during labor and after birth.
We discuss the adjustments that they had to make due to the pandemic, what every support partner needs to have with them in the hospital, and what to expect if you’re a first-time parent.
After an intense three and a half hour of labor and almost opting for a C-section, Stu’s wife Courtney finally gave birth to Crew, their baby boy who is now eight weeks old.
In this episode, we talk about:
Stu’s preparation for his wife’s labor with the coronavirusHis biggest worry when the pandemic hitA checklist of things to bring to the hospital for support partnersWhy it’s crucial for spouses/partner to have the number of birthing unitsHis tips for expectant fathers and support persons during laborWhy bringing food and water in the hospital is essential for support partnersInterventions to help with comfort during laborThe uncertainty of first-time parents After-birth activities for new parentsThe most challenging aspect of being a new parentThe importance of taking turns with baby duties and choresBringing in family and friends to help with the infantPostnatal checkups during COVID 19How postnatal depression happens to both moms and dadsGet in Touch with Stu:
Instagram @stuartmacintyreResources mentioned:
The Push Revolution - Hospital packing listThe Push Revolution - Postpartum bluesThank you for Listening to the Spotlight on Motherhood The Podcast!
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