The period immediately after the birth of the new addition to the family is one crucial season that the support of the male is vital to the welfare of both the mother and the child.

"Two good hands cannot be as effective as four good hands"

The limitations attached with gender parental roles are only valid when it comes to breastfeeding, the man is as capable as the mother in catering for the demands of the newborn child. Doing this task faithfully would ensure healthy mother and child.

Here are some more helpful Tips

• Check in with your partner regularly to see if she feels she is coping

• Invest in her love language

• Do not body shame her

• Be on the lookout for signs of Postpartum depression

• Do not pressure for sexual acts, give her time to heal

Be Creative about how you give support, as there would be a lot of other ways you can provide support, which is not necessarily on this list