Men who hope the coming years will bring them a pregnant wife and plenty of opportunities to try out their parenting skills may want to heed the advice of German researchers and steer clear of heated car seats.A study published in Fertility and Sterility found that spending 90 minutes sitting on this type of seat - a feature in some luxury cars - raised the temperature within … [Read more...] about Prospective dads warned about heated car seats
Pregnancy
Being the best husband for your pregnant wife
An expectant father may find himself in the unique situation of wanting to be a supportive partner to his pregnant wife, but having no idea where to begin.Greg Bishop, founder of Boot Camp for New Dads, explains that there are many easy ways to show you care."Every mom-to-be will experience a unique rollercoaster of physical and emotional changes," Bishop says. … [Read more...] about Being the best husband for your pregnant wife
Warning about diabetes link to C-sections
Any father with a pregnant wife who is planning a Caesarean section has probably already looked into the pros and cons of the procedure, but scientists are now suggesting the risk of diabetes should also be considered.A study at Queen's University Belfast found that babies who are delivered by C-section are at a 20 percent increased risk of developing type 1 diabetes.To arrive … [Read more...] about Warning about diabetes link to C-sections
New fertility hope for older men
Older men whose dreams of a pregnant wife and a shot at fatherhood have been interrupted by a condition known as a varicocele may have new hope, researchers say.It has already been established that men suffering from a varicocele - a swelling of veins in the scrotum that hampers fertility - can undergo surgery to repair the problem, Reuters Health reports. Now, a Canadian study … [Read more...] about New fertility hope for older men
Prospective dads should make lifestyle changes
Heidi Murkoff, author of the pregnancy guide What to Expect When You're Expecting, has recommended that men make some of the same lifestyle changes as women when a couple is trying to conceive, as part of family planning.Speaking to the Herald, Ms Murkoff suggested that like women, prospective dads should first check their family history for hereditary health problems.In … [Read more...] about Prospective dads should make lifestyle changes