Labor and Delivery Nurse Shares Unbelievably Disgusting Comments Men Made While Their Wife Was In Labor

For many men, watching their partner give birth brings a newfound respect for her, but for these guys, not so much...

Maryjane

Published in Interesting
1 Jul 2021

Labor and Delivery Nurse Shares Unbelievably Disgusting Comments Men Made While Their Wife Was In Labor

For many men, watching their partner give birth brings a newfound respect and appreciation for her, but it seems some men aren't that way... In fact, they're incredibly inconsiderate!

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Recently, relationship expert Dr. Esther Perel shared some of the outright horrible, inappropriate, and unsupportive things that dads-to-be have said in the delivery room. "The presence of a supportive partner during labor is essential; it can profoundly affect the birthing person's emotional state," she notes. Yes, literally while their partner was in labor.

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In a series of discussions, Dr. Perel highlights the importance of emotional support, framing the negative comments as a call to action for better behavior. "Being there for your partner during labor is not just a duty; it’s an opportunity to show love and compassion," she emphasizes. While it seems like something a little too serious to joke about, she hopes to bring light to the fact that supporting a woman while she is in labor is actually integral to the birthing process—and makes you look like a decent human being instead of a total moron.

Check them out below! (You can check out Dr. Perel's insights on her professional website here)