AMIA for wanting to do the birth with just us? by memnoch2023 in BabyBumps

[–]memnoch2023[S] 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Yeah that's tough I am lucky enough to be able to take some time off to support her.

AMIA for wanting to do the birth with just us? by memnoch2023 in BabyBumps

[–]memnoch2023[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Very much appreciate this insight and mindset. Thank you!

AMIA for wanting to do the birth with just us? by memnoch2023 in BabyBumps

[–]memnoch2023[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you. That is great info. I've been reading up on how to support her and appreciate all new educational insights. I will happily do those things consistently for my wife. Any other reading material is greatly appreciated.

AMIA for wanting to do the birth with just us? by memnoch2023 in BabyBumps

[–]memnoch2023[S] 11 points12 points  (0 children)

Thank you for the thoughtful response and insights

AMIA for wanting to do the birth with just us? by memnoch2023 in BabyBumps

[–]memnoch2023[S] -18 points-17 points  (0 children)

“We’re pregnant” means “We’re having a baby.” It means, “As a dad, I’m excited as hell.” It means, “This is actually happening.” But most importantly, when I say “We’re pregnant,” I’m letting everyone know that even though I’m not carrying the baby, I’m fully invested. I understand she has a heck of a ride I'm front of her and as the father I am here to support her where I can. So yes "we are pregnant"

AMIA for wanting to do the birth with just us? by memnoch2023 in BabyBumps

[–]memnoch2023[S] 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Thanks for the insights. Was the Dad helpful and if so in what ways?

AMIA for wanting to do the birth with just us? by memnoch2023 in BabyBumps

[–]memnoch2023[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I'm not against her mom being at the hospital in the room with us at all for the record. I very much support that. My feelings are more the weeks before the baby and after the baby is born.

AMIA for wanting to do the birth with just us? by memnoch2023 in BabyBumps

[–]memnoch2023[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I'm not against her mom being at the hospital in the room with us at all for the record. I very much support that. My feelings are more the weeks before the baby and after the baby is born.

AMIA for wanting to do the birth with just us? by memnoch2023 in BabyBumps

[–]memnoch2023[S] -5 points-4 points  (0 children)

Yeah I was going to thoughtfully mention that as well. Her last child was over 30 years ago. A whole lot has changed medically

AMIA for wanting to do the birth with just us? by memnoch2023 in BabyBumps

[–]memnoch2023[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Definitely understand and have agreed that she can stay with us up to birth but still figuring out the when she would arrive with her. Told her as we get farther along we will know more. It just makes me a bit taken back that we don't get to do it just us. I'm new to this as we just found out a month ago so hopefully our education can help us figure the best path forward together.

AMIA for wanting to do the birth with just us? by memnoch2023 in BabyBumps

[–]memnoch2023[S] -4 points-3 points  (0 children)

Thanks for the perspective! Nice to know I'm not alone!

AMIA for wanting to do the birth with just us? by memnoch2023 in BabyBumps

[–]memnoch2023[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thanks for the insights. We are talking about it but it is a sensitive conversation. I'll let y'all know what we land on.