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Common Fears of Fathers-To-Be

Emotions

As soon as you are told of your partner’s pregnancy, you will enter a new world. And unless you’re a qualified medical professional there will be a stack to learn as your involvement in the pregnancy and birthing process begins. For many men this is a time of great excitement but also a time of fear. Many fathers-to-be say they sometimes feel confused, sad, anxious and angry – which is perfectly natural.

Below are seven common fears expressed by fathers-to-be:

Financial fear   Mortality fears

Fear for your partner or child’s health

Relationship fears

Fears of ‘pregnancy medicine’
Performance fears
Paternity fears / Am I the real father?