You’re a father-to-be, and even though you’re aware of the fact that your partner will be going through an extreme transformation as the pregnancy moves along, you may not have realized that your body may be going through a few changes of its own. As much information as there is out there nowadays about the topic of pregnancy, there’s little detail regarding the hormonal changes a man may experience both during his partner’s pregnancy and post-partum. In fact, “sympathy pregnancy,” while well documented, is not always taken seriously. But recent studies have shown that men may experience a drop in testosterone during their partner’s pregnancy and that this can cause a variety of symptoms, some of them unexpected. Weight gain and a change in sleep patterns, even a receding hair line can make an appearance. Despite the potentially unpleasant symptoms, the drop in testosterone levels during pregnancy could help in preparing you for this transformative journey. Read more…
Hormones are powerful chemical messengers in the body, important for regulating many bodily functions, including metabolism, growth, mood, and reproductive health. When hormone levels are off balance, either too low […]
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