Daddy To Be
Okay, so we’re all agreed that we’re modern women these days. We have more open minds, we’re more likely to give “the other side” some consideration when it comes to issues that affect both sexes. But we still haven’t quite gotten past the stranglehold that woman have on giving birth.
It would be lovely if men could share in that experience. In fact, I favor men having to carry the baby for 4 ½ months to make it truly equal. But since that isn’t likely in the near future, we have to settle for coaxing them along to Lamaze classes and then assuring them (with fingers crossed), that no, the baby is not going to woof up the formula all over them like the last time.
So if that is all in store for them, maybe we should soften the blow a little, by giving some thought to their joy in the coming event, as much as the mother’s. After all, we have showers for our female friends. Why not give some consideration to Dad, too?
You don’t have to invite him to the party, but wouldn’t it be nice if a little something was sent home for him, too? While they may not show it, men have questions and concerns too. More and more of them are opening up and sharing both their thoughts and experiences on parenthood.
Making them part of the celebration brings them closer to their partners and the baby to come. Not to mention that you can have more than little fun! How about a gift basket with a mug and coffee for those long, sleepless nights? A humorous book on parenting is always good, and the ones about raising a teenager are particularly scary. Don’t forget the announcement gifts, either. A Tie proclaiming the arrival of a son or daughter or perfect for the office.
