Weepy times

Let me give you a scenario, you are sitting together, husband and wife and just talking or not doing anything and suddenly tears start falling out of (insert wife’s name) eyes and the crying begins for no apparent reason.

Guys: This can be one of the freakiest things that will happen, because it can happen in an instant and with little to no provocation. The only thing that I have found to be effective is to gather her up in your arms and let the crying happen. Now as to wither you should try and stop it with comfort or just let it pass is really a matter of choice by you and her (and what she would like, which is a good thing to find out before it happens by the way) but either way hold her and let her know how much you love her and you are not going anywhere.

Ladies: I want you to know that I understand that this is something that can be just as confusing for you as it can be for us guys. So the only thing I can think of to let you know is that if your guy panics or has no idea how to proceed, help him out. Be willing to talk to him even if it is to let him know that you just need him to sit next to you for a bit while you are experiencing this. So most of the time guys have this natural instinct to ‘fix the problem’; I am sure you have recognized that by now but if they try to say or do something that is the wrong way to help you please be patient with them. This is a steep learning curve for both of you and he is doing his best, but remember that he doesn't necessarily think about the pregnancy as much as you do.