Self reflections for moms and their partners

Feel free to take notes and use those questions as a little exercise to prepare for your new life… the best is to start while pregnant, and circle back to it every step of the way, cause your need might evolve.

D U R I N G P R E G N A N C Y :

• How do I feel about the changes happening in my body, and how can I embrace them with positivity?

• What are my hopes and fears for the pregnancy journey, and how can we support each other through them?

• How can we prioritize self-care and relaxation during pregnancy to maintain our physical and emotional well-being?

• What kinds of support do I need from my loved ones or my doula during pregnancy, and how can we make sure it's in place?

• How do we want to approach prenatal appointments and birth planning together?

• What strategies can we use to manage stress or anxiety that may arise?

• How can I stay connected to my physical and emotional needs as I change throughout the pregnancy?

D U R I N G C H I L D B I R T H :

• Regarding the baby: What am I looking forward to, and what am I afraid of?

• What are my wishes for the birth?

• What fears accompany me when I think about the birth?

• What do I need to relax and calm down, both physically and emotionally? How can I cope with stress?

• How can I make an unfamiliar environment feel comfortable and relaxing for myself?

• Who will ensure that my wishes and needs are remembered by everyone involved in the birth at the birthing location?

• Have I already learned techniques to stay focused on the birth process, without being distracted by external factors?

D U R I N G P O S T P A R T U M P E R I O D :

• How do I envision our new family dynamic after the baby arrives?

• What support do I need in the postpartum period, both emotionally and physically?

• How can we ensure that we are both taking care of our mental and physical health during this time?

• What fears or anxieties do I have about the postpartum period, and how can we address them together?

• How can I create time for rest and self-care while adjusting to life with a newborn?

• What responsibilities do I expect to take on during the postpartum phase, and how can we share these tasks effectively

• How will we manage external pressures or advice, while staying connected to our own needs and instincts as parents?

• How do I envision our bond evolving as a couple, and how can we nurture our relationship during this transition?

• Who can we rely on for support during this period (family, friends, professionals), and how can we organize this help?