How we are organized. Our volunteers know, first hand, about the stresses and confusion involved in a subsequent pregnancy. Our meetings are on a four month rotation program with dads being welcomed every fourth month. The meetings provide dad a break by allowing moms to speak to every issue imaginable. During the fourth meeting, dad can explore his concerns, hear what other dads are thinking and, hopefully, realize that their spouses', as well as their own, issues are normal.
Parents can gradually work through their fear or concerns in a safe, nonjudgmental environment.
Doctor visits, new concerns and other issues are discussed as needed. As they share and explore possible answers and alternatives, they can begin to grasp a certain level of understanding and, hopefully, security in their own present pregnancy. Hope is an important element in surviving a subsequent pregnancy - we try to encourage our parents to reach for it as they support one another. That is one gift we can offer to each other. Contacting us does not obligate you to come to a meeting.