That's all, she just announced: “Darling, you are going to become a dad!” If the state of euphoria into which this news plunges you has passed, let us remind you: a pregnant woman needs support. And the main character is the father of the unborn baby, so our psychological instruction is primarily for him. To help, you need to know what is happening. It is difficult to understand what you yourself cannot experience, but you need to try, therefore, when giving recommendations, I will briefly describe the condition of the pregnant woman women by trimester. 1st trimester (from 1 to 13 weeks). The body is just beginning to change as it adapts to pregnancy. The woman is preoccupied with choosing a name and changing the rhythm of life. New interests and topics of conversation appear. However, the first trimester may be accompanied by mood instability, tears, and nausea. It is at this time that all systems of the baby’s body are formed. Vitamins and microelements are necessary for the development of the fetus and the woman’s body. It is important to organize their reception, as well as to carry out the prevention of infectious and viral diseases, and to take on heavy loads that can cause a miscarriage. In this case, the woman is advised to have moderate physical activity. Walking, visiting the pool, especially physical therapy exercises on the respiratory muscles and shoulder girdle will come in handy. 2nd trimester (from 14 to 27 weeks). The belly becomes more rounded. Due to weight gain and hormonal changes, a woman may feel tired. At this stage, when a large load is placed on the spine, you need to do exercises that relax the back muscles. In addition, this is the time when you can find out the sex of your baby. 3rd trimester (from 28 weeks until birth). Fatigue and fears of the expectant mother may increase. Attention is focused on how the birth will go. Make sure she does breathing exercises and strengthens her pelvic muscles. This will help during labor.Pregnancy: a moment to live togetherAs a future dad, you can do a lot:1. Hormones can play a cruel joke on a pregnant woman! Some mothers go instantly from joy to anger, others feel depressed. Be patient and adapt to her tricks (after all, there are already two of them). If at night, in winter, she wants raspberries and roach, it’s better to immediately go in search - they won’t let you sleep anyway. Is she annoyed by your spiky mustache? Shave it! They will grow back.2. Take an interest in her condition, surround her with comfort, try to fulfill her wishes (even in small things). If you need to break the stereotype about “female” and “male” activities (especially since this is an outdated stereotype) and wash the dishes and floors, break it and wash it. Feeling that you care will give her peace of mind.3. Be extremely careful in moments of intimacy. This is not prohibited by the doctor’s testimony, but your spouse doesn’t want to? You'll have to give in. Be gentle and she might change her mind.4. Protect from negativity. Take charge of communicating with some relatives, exclude violent films and, of course, any information about a problematic pregnancy. Expectant mothers can be very suspicious.5. Show attention, show love as before. It is vital for a pregnant woman to feel loved.6. Accompany to appointments, ultrasounds. By the way, this way you can observe your unborn child, and at the same time ask the doctors important questions.7. Take childbirth classes together. This is a good way to better understand what your companion is going through.8. The last few months are the time to prepare for the arrival of your baby! Joint discussion and purchase of a car seat, toys, necessary and cute things, decorating the room will definitely lift the mood of the expectant mother.9. Your job before giving birth is to relieve any stress. A camera, fresh air, comfortable clothes - what you need. Nutrition cheat sheet Small meals (often, but little by little), proper diet (vitamins, minerals, fiber, balance of proteins, fats, carbohydrates) should be observed throughout pregnancy. But alcohol, soda, store-bought juices with a high sugar content, fast food, snacks, canned food, spicy foods, raw meat and fish.