In order to help health care professionals proide better care to fathers who are with their partners at the time of a traumatic pregnancy and/or childbirth, Cheryl Beck (Professor at the University of Connecticut) and Sue Watson (Chairperson of TABS) are now conducting a research study on this topic. Men who have been present during a traumatic pregnancy and/or childbirth involving their partner are invited to participate in this research study. In order to participate men need to 18 years of age or older and be able to read and write English.

Just like Professor Beck's previous studies on birth trauma and posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) after childbirth, this study will be conducted over the Internet. Fathers who were with their partners at the time of their traumatic pregnancy and/or childbirth will be asked to describe their experiences.