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A Way for Spouses/Partners/Father's to be An Active Participant with an Infant




(*note: we use the term Dad/Dads throughout the article, but this is to also represent spouse/significant other/partner; and Mother/Mom to represent birthing person)

Having a new born is never easy, and it takes a village to raise a child. So, what are some things Dads can do to help Mothers out after the baby is born? Often times, Dads can feel left out during the process after having a new born. However, they don’t have to feel that way because there is many things they can do to create a stronger bond with the baby while also helping and being supportive to their partner. In this blog, the topics covered are how Dads can create that strong bond with their new born, along with doing little actions to help the Mother out.
Sometimes after the baby is born, it can be a challenge for Dads to know what to do to create a bond with the new born. It’s tough, it’s scary, it’s confusing, but doing simple actions on a daily basis will establish a bond with the new born in no time. Here are some things Dads can new with their babies.
  • Cradle the baby close while bottle-feeding: cuddle them close to your chest so they can gaze up at you and have a perfect view into your eyes.
  • Make silly faces: making these funny faces will make your baby light up with a smile.
  • Give them baby massages: since babies respond to touch, this is a simple way to soothe and relax them. Gently rub their legs, belly, arms, and neck. Do this when the baby is quiet and happy for 10-15 minutes.
  • Take them for a walk: babies love and need fresh air, so take them on walks with a sling or carrier. This will them close to you throughout the walk.
  • Be a part of the bedtime routine: choose a part of the routine you want to be involved in, like reading books or bath time.




            Helping a Mother out in any way possible will make them greatly appreciative. It is important to remember that she is getting help with the new born, but also making sure she has food, enough sleep, and feels comfortable. Why? Because she needs to be happy and healthy too in order to raise the new born, all while feeling mentally and physically strong while she is doing it. Here are some actions Dads can do to help out their partners after having a new born:
  • Cook her meals or meal prep for her to ensure she is eating three wholesome meals per day
  • Take on diaper duty and change the babies dirty diapers
  • Bring her water and snacks while she is breastfeeding because not having enough water will make her feel tired, dehydrated, and constipated.
  • If she is pumping or giving the baby formula, take feeding times to help her out
  • Take the night shift and help the baby so she can catch up on her sleep
  • Send her off for a chiropractic appointment and massage on a regular basis because giving birth is hard on the body and needs to be monitored after.

At the end of the day, remember there needs to be a balance between the Mother and Father with the new born. Creating a bond with the baby and giving a helping hand to one another will makes the process smoother, easier, and less stressful.

References:
https://www.bellybelly.com.au/men/how-you-can-help-mum-after-your-babys-birth/
https://www.parents.com/baby/new-parent/fatherhood/bond-with-dad/?slideId=slide_8dbe1888-8132-42e1-b652-ae0d6859e3b7#slide_8dbe1888-8132-42e1-b652-ae0d6859e3b7

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