Although only women get pregnant and give birth, men have
babies too! Here are some things men can do to help their
partners have a healthy pregnancy and a healthy baby.
Get Involved During Pregnancy
Go to prenatal (doctor) appointments
Talk, read or sing to the baby everyday
Give the baby a nickname
Listen to the baby's heartbeat
Feel the baby kick or stretch
Help create a safe, smoke-free home
Be patient – let mom get extra rest
Share the load - help mom with housework
Help mom save money for the future
Be Healthy and Supportive
Get a yearly check-up. Have your doctor check for STDs
and other infections that could be passed on. For more
information about STD's and pregnancy, visit STDs
and Pregnancy - CDC Fact Sheet.
Talk with mom before having sex - it doesn't hurt the
baby but may be uncomfortable for her
Be careful how you touch and talk - no pushing, shoving,
yelling or hitting
Get regular exercise
Help mom stay away from cigarettes, other people's cigarette
smoke, alcohol and other drugs
Other Links
North Carolina
National
National Fatherhood
Initiative - Dedicated to improving the well-being
of children by helping dads become involved, responsible,
and committed fathers.
