the days when the dad would wait outside while his baby was born. Your role is to be right by your partner’s side, holding her hand and giving any support you can. The arrival of your beautiful child is a moment that no father should ever miss. 3. Welcome your baby. Helping to prepare the nursery for the arrival of your new baby is a wonderful opportunity to connect with your partner and shows your commitment to making sure your baby feels loved and welcomed into the family home. 4. Change your baby’s diapers. Being a hands-on dad means plenty of kinaesthetic involvement. It’s vital that you feel comfortable
baby. A baby wants to feel the strong hand of her dad coupled with his gentle voice and soft heart. Changing diapers and giving warm baths are all vitally important to begin to connect deeply with your new arrival. 5. Reassure your child with a smile. In those early months your new arrival will begin to focus in on your face and will recognize vital facial expressions that tell him whether his world is safe or not. A loving, calm reassuring smile will mean the world to a distressed, crying baby and will go a long way to soothing the moment. 6. Start heart entrainment. Try and hug
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