Protective jealousy?

[mrconfused]

Hi all!! My DW is almost 9weeks Pregnant.. And as this Is my first, my emotions are going nuts!!

I know I can trust my wife.. But I have a feeling that I'm subconciesly being protective of her by being jealous of any other guy (ie her friends) being close to her..

Is this normal and has thus happened to you??

[FullTimeDada]

Hi mrconfused, :wave:
Firstly congrats on the pregnancy and hope all is smooth sailing...I remember being a bit touchy feely and looking back on that time now I feel like a real goose.
If you trust her do just that, get real close to her :hugs: during this time its no good standing back seeing others getting involved with her (your) joy :celebrate: and then being picky jealous, you'll do your head in and for what.. You have got to trust me on this.. there's alot of wierd **** happening just now joy, worry, emotions, hormones, body changes etc :freakingout: shell need those friends as part of her extended support group, but most of all you, stay close a ditch the attitude Best of Luck FTD

[FloatingFairy]

:hugs: congrats on the pregnancy for you and DW.

As FTD said, she will have a massive array of emotions going on in her body that she has no control over and will take about 9 months to fully understand ;) the last thing she'll need is you feeling jealous if she feels like interacting with male friends.

Having said that though, your feelings are totally valid and you need to work out what it is that is causing them. If it's just because your emotions are out of whack with the new surprises and joys of becoming a first time dad then best to sit down and discuss your fears with your wife....by fears, i mean fears of the new pregnancy and the journey ahead - not of boy jealousy.

It is hard and its an exciting and nervous time all at once, just keep the communication open and enjoy this new time in your life.

[Sara87]

She will definitely need her friends support, but its completely natural to feel the way you feel. I'd share it with her. While its a big change for her it also is for you! Don't be too hard on yourself. When the moment is right speak to her.