Wondering how you can best support your partner during her pregnancy? While the pregnancy news might still be a shock to you, do your best to take steps to move forward with your partner. She needs your support now more than ever.
Some ways to support your partner are by finding support for yourself, listening well, and pointing your partner to the professional support she needs to get clarity about her pregnancy and her options. We can help at WaterLife PCC with free and confidential pregnancy services and support.
Receive Support for Yourself
Take a brief moment to collect your own emotions and thoughts about this unexpected pregnancy. Working through your own emotions is important to being available to help your partner with hers.
Talk to someone you trust confidentially about your unique pregnancy situation to feel seen and heard. Men need support with unexpected pregnancies, too, and your feelings are valid.
Listen to Your Partner
While this advice may seem obvious, listening is a skill. Try your best to be present with your partner as she speaks without thinking about how to respond. After listening to her thoughts, take your time to respond with grace and compassion. Encourage her as much as possible while making room for her emotions.
Go the Extra Mile
Pregnancy can be exhausting. Going the extra mile to support your partner could look like supporting your partner with everyday tasks like cooking, cleaning, and grocery shopping.
Small acts of kindness show your partner that you care. Some small gestures could be taking her to her favorite dinner spot, gifting her a drink or snack, or watching her favorite movie with her. These kind acts show your love and support.
Direct Her to Find Support
Last but not least, direct your partner to professional support to confirm her pregnancy and learn more about her pregnancy options.
We can help your partner find peace with her next steps with no-cost pregnancy services and education about all pregnancy options. You and your partner don’t have to have all the answers. We can help.
Schedule a no-cost and confidential appointment today to talk.