New parenthood is full of challenges, twists, and turns. But particularly for men who were raised by single mothers, becoming a father can sometimes feel like they are forced to forge a new path without having a roadmap for how it’s done. Joining me today to talk about his own experience of becoming a dad and the lessons he learned is the author of Rookie Father, Kendall Smith.
New parenthood is full of challenges, twists, and turns. But particularly for men who were raised by single mothers, becoming a father can sometimes feel like they are forced to forge a new path without having a roadmap for how it’s done. Joining me today to talk about his own experience of becoming a dad and the lessons he learned is the author of Rookie Father, Kendall Smith.
Did you know that fathers and non-birthing partners can suffer from a perinatal mood and anxiety disorder – though PMADs often present a bit differently. In this episode, Dr. Emily Upshur and I discuss the symptoms new fathers can experience, how you can support your partner through this, and when and where to go to seek help.