Babymoon: it’s a popular buzzword that’s been making the rounds on Internet forums and in parenting magazines, especially over the past few years. Although this term used to refer to the first few weeks after a child’s birth, the term babymoon in its current popularity revolves around a special vacation taken by partners expecting a child. Vacations are a great opportunity to relax and recharge, but why is there so much hype over a couple’s vacation?
Having a child is a life changing experience. For many people, this is one of the biggest life changes they will go through. Not only will you be directly responsible for the other person’s well-being, but your relationship with your partner will also change. Amidst all the planning and preparation in anticipation of your new baby’s arrival, consider the following benefits of going on a babymoon:
- Strengthening your relationship with your spouse. While bringing your baby home for the first time is a wonderful experience, it’s also a new experience, complete with its own set of challenges. Now is the time to focus on what makes your current relationship strong. Taking the time to do this now will help strengthen your commitment and resilience as a team once the new addition to your family arrives!
- Resting from the nest. Nesting can be a full-time job in itself! Even just taking a little time to physically get away from the pressures of everyday life can do wonders for your outlook. You will come back feeling renewed with a new perspective.
- Enjoying the present. This is a very exciting time in your life, on the cusp of great change. Taking time to enjoy the present with your spouse is really important. Even though the sleepless nights and countless days at home were worth it and filled with joy, you’ll want to cherish these current memories.
Surrogacy is a very special journey, where the lives of more than two people change. While some IPs choose to babymoon together before their child arrives, other IPs choose to send their surrogate and her partner on a babymoon for time to take care of themselves during pregnancy. While there is no right or wrong decision, the topic of a babymoon is definitely an important one to discuss with your partner to decide on the right step in your surrogacy journey.
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