Comments on: Should Husbands Attend Prenatal Checkups?

By: Jon

Jon — Sat, 04 Sep 2010 20:02:43 +0000

@Eddie — I can understand your frustration at the situation. It’s certainly hard for me to give any advice, as I’m sure the situation is complicated. Just know that I’ll say a prayer for you, your family, and your unborn baby.

By: Eddie Bear

Eddie Bear — Sat, 04 Sep 2010 16:21:00 +0000

My problem isn’t getting the time.. most appointments but one I will be able to make. It’s the fact her and her mother think I don’t need to be there. the room is too small, is the biggest reasoning they give. I guess maybe she has a point. But the truth is this is my child as much as her. I would like to be a part of what I can be, and be there to support her for what I cannot partake in (cramping, pain, mood swings etc) Just frustrtated and if I bring it up I feel like it will lead to an argument.

By: Jon

Jon — Fri, 12 Jun 2009 17:59:26 +0000

Hey everyone… Shan had an ultrasound last week. The baby was extremely active but we still got some good photos. Shan is still doing fine and the baby is healthy!

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By: John

John — Fri, 03 Apr 2009 01:53:17 +0000

I too attended every prenatal visit when my wife was pregnant with my son. I basically make my own hours for work, so I was able to attend. Now my wife is 9 weeks pregnant and I am probably going to try and do the same. I love seeing the ultrasound and hearing the heartbeat. And you are right, it is really nice to get to know the doctors. John’s last blog post..All About Baby Thermometers

By: Vincent @ The Dad Jam

Vincent @ The Dad Jam — Mon, 30 Mar 2009 20:46:35 +0000

Wow, that’s a nice set up! Especially if she would go into labour while at work !

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By: Jon

Jon — Mon, 30 Mar 2009 17:17:48 +0000

@Vincent – Thanks for sharing what you did. I agree that it’s not as important to attend the routine checkups after the first kid. In my case, my wife and I both work for the same company, and the hospital is literally across the street. So it’s a no-brainer for me to attend, even for kid #2.

By: Vincent @ The Dad Jam

Vincent @ The Dad Jam — Mon, 30 Mar 2009 14:29:40 +0000

Great post and tips, I totally agree with you. For our first child, I went to every check-up with Love Buns. With our second, I didn't go to every one, but I went to the most critical ones. Especially when we found out our daughter was breech and we had to go for some extra check-ups and appointments to turn her around, I was there for all of those, both because I wanted to be, and because Love Buns needed the support. Vincent @ The Dad Jam’s last blog post..Family Fun and Bonding with Board Games