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5 Pregnancy Symptoms for Dads -Surprising?
You are probably familiar with the pregnancy symptoms of future mothers. Still, well, future dads, if you are facing certain symptoms, it’s totally normal, and you can actually use the term “we are pregnant.”
Does it happen? What is the couvade syndrome?
Yes, it does happen, and it is normal. Couvade symptoms are often referred to as sympathetic pregnancy. It generally happens out of empathy and compassion when you see your partners in distress.
What are the symptoms like?
Following are some symptoms you might relate to:
1)Anxiety:
Being anxious is quite common; you are not the only one; it is generally found that some men are much more likely to share pregnancy worries with their partner. It is really a new phase of your life; you can actually visit some veteran dads or others who are expected to be dads to discuss and be at peace.
2)Nausea:
Nausea and morning sickness is not exclusive for future mothers due to their hormonal changes. Some of you may find yourself nauseated, which may happen due to anxiety or changes in your diet, which is quite common as you may be munching more than usual. Get some physical activity, listen to music, relieve your stress and eat properly
3)Mood Swings:
Having a baby is quite a big thing in your life, and you will be feeling a lot of mixed emotions. All such worries are natural, and you have to balance all those high-lows, hold yourself right, and support your partner’s mood swings too. It takes practice, and nobody is perfect, so accept some new things until your baby finally arrives.
4) Weight Gain:
You might indulge in some sympathetic snacking, which can lead to an increase in weight. It is generally due to a stress hormone called Cortisol, which regulates insulin and blood sugar levels and manages your hunger. So this is secreted at higher amounts, which makes you hungry quite often and might increase your overall calorie intake. So make sure you have healthy snacks and exercise regularly.
5) Aches and Pains:
Sometimes, you may be having toothaches, backaches, leg cramps, and other types of pain. Well, experts have not been able to find the exact cause, but according to some studies, it may be actually psychological because you are soon turning out to be a parent, and this might lead to such pains. Whatever it is, communicate it with your partner and close ones; it might actually relieve you
These are some of the symptoms you might see, but couvade syndrome is really normal, so don’t worry, you are soon to become a daddy, and all these pains will be worth it.
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