Reassure your partner she will be a good mother
At this time, pregnant women may experience pain in the center or the top right side of the abdomen (right hypochondrium). These issues can be caused by stagnant bile or forming gallstones, and they are not uncommon during pregnancy, as expectant mothers have reduced gallbladder motility and elevated cholesterol levels are observed in bile [1].
If your partner complains of abdominal pain, consult her doctor. To prevent gallbladder issues the expectant mother needs to adhere to a healthy diet, not skip meals, eat a variety of foods, and limit fat intake [2].
At this time, your partner should be wary of an increase in her blood pressure, especially if combined with swelling of the legs, arms, and face and increased protein in the urine. Together these symptoms indicate preeclampsia, an issue that requires strict medical supervision [3, 4].
Many pregnant women worry about whether they will be able to cope with motherhood. Your partner may be overly worried about the type of mother she will be, and preoccupation with these things can interfere with her everyday life and make her feel a bit down [5].
Being a good mother (or father) doesn’t require enormous feats. Being close to the baby, loving them, caring for their needs, and providing a safe environment is more than enough [6]. Of course, not everything will be a walk in the park but children can easily adapt to all sorts of situations. If a mother loves her baby and does everything she can to care for them, she is already a good mother. Parents usually learn all the subtleties of child care along the way.
