How Dads Should Prepare for Pregnancy

According to research studies, new moms have a better overall pregnancy experience when dads are actively involved. Being a pregnancy partner, you must be responsible enough to make your wife feel relieved and assured that you will be dependable from the start up until the end of the child care process. How do you do that? Read up.

Listen. Make your wife understand that you're there to listen. If you think that she's overreacting about the changes in her appearance or that she's worrying over nothing, just keep those thoughts to yourself. Listen to her and help her go through it.

 Lessen her chores. It's definitely exhausting for your wife to carry a human being in her tummy. Hence, she will find it difficult to accomplish tasks quickly.  Lessen her chores and do as much as you can. By lightening her load, she's most likely to enjoy every bit of her pregnancy.

Pack. Ask your Ob-gyne about the things you need to prepare. Pack them all in your hospital bag. It is best for both of you to be prepared all the time. Your baby might come out earlier than expected. Ask your wife what else she needs to bring with you. Do the packing while she does the talking. :)

Have an assistant. You might forget a lot of things no matter how prepared you are. Have someone assist you on the D-day. Let your assistant contact your relatives and carry all the things you need to bring. If possible, leave the driving to your assistant as well. This will allow you to give your full support to your wife.

Don't be ignorant. Read books and stay informed. Go to your OB-gyne together. Be proactive. Ask your OB-gyne the stages you're in and the things you must do to ensure everything is okay. This will keep you from getting startled when the D-day arrives.

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Top Qualities That Make a True Gentleman

When you get to have your own daughter, you will definitely dream of marrying her with a fine gentleman. But while you're still  young to have a daughter, strive to be the true gentleman perfect for every father's daughter. How? Read the following traits you must have.

Manly manners - You must never say anything inappropriate in any situation you're in. Be polite in the presence of other people. Observe traditional practices especially when you're around women and older people. Pull out a chair, hold doors open, etc.

 
Polite language - True gentlemen don't curse. They try their best to solve conflicts without engaging in heated arguments and without cursing. Never talk to your woman, parents or anyone else in a demeaning manner.


Says 'please' and 'thank you' - Showing a woman or a person your appreciation is very important. This can create a big impact on the person whose efforts or presence you're trying to appreciate. Use words like 'please' and 'thank you' in your daily interactions. Be kind to everyone specifically to those with low status in society.

Calm - It is normal and acceptable to be angry. However, a true gentleman handles annoyance or irritation in a calm way. Hence, he doesn't burst into anger. He knows how to handle his temper and frustrations. And he doesn't let both to affect his personality and reputation.

Morals - A true gentleman would never take advantage of a lady, of an elder or of the weak. He would never steal. He would never violate traffic rules. He knows what's bad and what's good. And he controls himself to be always doing what's right.

Open-minded - A true gentleman respects everybody's opinion and preferences. He doesn't force people to comply to his decisions or personal opinion even though he stands firm on his beliefs.

Causes women and other people to feel comfortable - Sarcasm ad green jokes are prevalent these days. A true gentleman never spews inappropriate jokes that will cause people around him to feel uncomfortable. Since a true gentleman has a pleasant nature, everybody - including other men - enjoy being around him.

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Simply Ways How Men Can Dress Better

Clothes don’t make the man but they help in building up your personality. Dressing better can boost your confidence; hence, you look better, feel happier and perform well at work. Here are some ways by which you can be at your best everyday.

Pick a “style icon”. This guy can be a celebrity or anyone whose style looks cool to you. What kind of  clothes and shoes does he wear? Take note of all these things.

Have a closet assessment. Go through all the clothes in your closet. Pick the clothes you no longer wear or the clothes which look shabby. If you find this hard to do, ask help from a trusted friend who can give you sound advice about fashion. Donate to charity all the clothes you're getting rid of.

List at least ten items around which you must build your wardrobe. Make sure that these items will suit not only your personal taste but also your life style. Doing this can be expensive and so consider going to thrift stores. You can get some great finds here just be patient in going through all the items.

Invest on your wardrobe. If your budget permits it, buy a good piece of clothing whenever you get paid. Invest on classic clothes which you can match with most of the clothes you already own. Invest on quality clothes which you can wear for a long time as well.

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