8 Things Your Partner Should Do in the First Trimester (That Actually Matter) | 173

8 Things Your Partner Should Do in the First Trimester (That Actually Matter) | 173

Author: Trish Ware, RN May 30, 2025 Duration: 12:02

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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Ever find yourself scrolling through endless forums late at night, wondering about the real, unfiltered details of childbirth that no one seems to talk about plainly? The Birth Experience with Labor Nurse Mama is here to change that. Hosted by Trish Ware, RN, this podcast draws directly from her years in the delivery room, where she’s helped bring thousands of newborns into the world. She knows the questions that keep you up at night, from the logistical-like how to effectively push or what Pitocin actually does-to the vulnerable fears about epidurals, VBACs, or those embarrassing but totally normal moments. Trish moves beyond clinical jargon to offer honest, compassionate, and evidence-based insights that feel like a conversation with a trusted friend who’s seen it all. Each episode tackles a specific aspect of pregnancy, labor, and early parenting, like navigating breastfeeding challenges or figuring out newborn care, with the goal of replacing anxiety with practical knowledge. Tuning into this podcast means getting a seasoned labor nurse’s perspective delivered with warmth and a deep understanding of what you’re going through, helping you feel more prepared and empowered for your own journey.
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