The practical things did make me feel nutured physically and emotionally, as I felt looked after - so even making sure I had a drink while breastfeeding or looking after DS so I could tend to the baby did nuture me in that way.

However to be more specific, DH was very supportive of the way I would look after our babies, he would always proudly tell family and friends that I would do x, y and z and how I was/am a great mother. If someone compliments our baby/child on being a good sleeper/eater/content etc, he proudly says "That's because Nay does x, y or z" (even if it was just pure luck). He often looks for ways to compliment me on my mothering skills, which in turn give me more confidence that I am doing the right thing for our family. This makes me feel emotionally secure, confident and nurtured as a Mum (and a person in general). On days when he can see I've had a tough day, he'll always listen and support me, even if he's just walked in the door from work and had a crappy day himself, he is very aware of when I am at breaking point or emotionally drained and will step up with helping out to share the load of household chores and the parenting gig. He is also supportive and encouraging for me to have a night off with my girlfriends or to go to a spa for a massage etc. He supports me having a little bit of 'me' time!