Men Articles
Being the male partner from conception to parenthood has it's ups and downs which are rarely explored or addressed. Men often have extra concerns where they are the main or only income earner, have little knowledge about what their partner is going through or if they have no-one they can relate to, going through what they are. BellyBelly is here to help! Most of the articles in this section are written by men, for men. Here's the reason it's cool to check out a woman-dominated website. Help us change that - we want more men!
A Guide to Labour & Supporting Her For Dads-To-Be
Long gone are the days when fathers-to-be are left waiting in the wings to hear the announcement of their child's birth by doctors and nurses. Instead, more partners than ever are playing an active role in the birth of their child and are keen to learn what they can do to help their birthing partner.
Babies, Blokes and Bonding
At those surreal moments at 3am, as the rest of Canberra slept, I sometimes wondered privately to myself, “Did I really love my son?” Well of course I did, didn’t I? Society told me that I had to love my son. But how could I love this noisy, wriggly creature that failed to respond to my care?
Blokes, Boobs and Breastfeeding
Blokes, do you know what the biggest cause of women giving up breastfeeding is? Do you know how crucial your role is in breastfeeding success and satisfaction? If your partner will be or is breastfeeding, then this is a must read article written by a bloke, who writes especially for the BellyBelly blokes, David Vernon.
Circumcision - Should You Circumcise Your Son?
David Vernon, a writer and father of two boys, addresses common reasons for circumcising boys. From religion to sex appeal, David tells all and even uncovers which penis is five times more likely for a woman to orgasm. Got your interest now?
Father's Day - What Dad REALLY Wants and What He Doesn't!
Father's day ideas (and not so good ideas!) from the point of view of a dad to girls, Peter Loupelis. A short, light-hearted piece designed to help you get dad a present he's really going to like this father's day!
How You Can Help Mum After Your Baby's Birth
Not sure how you might be able to help your partner after the birth of your baby? Maybe you can't breastfeed for her, but we have plenty of great tips compiled by BellyBelly Psychologist, Daniel Chable. Also included are plenty of suggestions from mothers themselves as to what really helps them, that you CAN do.
Men at Birth: Why She May Need More Than Your Support
When you think about what labour and birth might be like, you will probably form a romanticised image - just yourself and your partner managing beautifully without the interference of anyone else and without any medical intervention. But is it really that realistic?
Post Natal Depression (PND) & Your Partner
Does your partner have Post-Natal Depression? Are you feeling worried or concerned about the well-being of your partner or her ability to look after the baby (or any other children you have?) Here's some great information to help and support you and your partner.
Sex After Baby
I find that the issue of sex after baby is often of concern for both males and females. Both commonly feel a sense of loss about sex after the birth of a baby.
That's Not Fair...
I've often had discussions with new parents about what is fair (in their relationship). The best definition that I have been able to find is as follows.
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