
8 Things Your Partner Should Do in the First Trimester (That Actually Matter) | 173
About this episode
Hey mama and partners! Tune in to this empowering episode where we get into how partners can genuinely shape the pregnancy journey right from the first trimester.
8 essential things your partner should do in the first trimester, that actually matter:
- 1. Learn about her hormones
- 2. Plan the birth with her
- 3. Protect her energy
- 4. Track in the pregnancy apps
- 5. Take care of her
- 6. Emotional check-ins
- 7. Get educated with her
- 8. Begin postpartum planning now
Trish gives you essential tips outlining eight ways for partners to step up and support their pregnant mamas. Don't miss out on all of Trish’s tips—subscribe and leave a review!
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- 00:00 The Importance of Partner Support in the First Trimester
- 00:50 Understanding Hormones: The Foundation of Support
- 02:15 Planning the Birth Together
- 03:22 Protecting Her Energy and Setting Boundaries
- 04:23 Tracking Pregnancy Milestones
- 05:14 Taking Care of Her: Emotional and Physical Support
- 06:13 Emotional Check-ins: Building a Strong Connection
- 06:59 Getting Educated Together
- 08:28 Postpartum Planning: Preparing for the Fourth Trimester
More from this episode:
Listen to Pregnancy Unpacked: Am I Pregnant? What to Know Before You See Two Pink Lines
Listen to Pregnancy Unpacked: Weeks 6-8: You, Baby, & Pregnancy Hormones
Listen to 8 Essential Things to Do During Your First Trimester
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