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Couvade syndrome

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Heard in 1 episode across 1 show since Jul 2026

Couvade syndrome, also called sympathetic pregnancy, is a proposed condition in which an expectant parent who is not pregnant experiences some of the same symptoms and behaviors as their pregnant partner. These symptoms commonly include weight gain, altered hormone levels, morning nausea, and disturbed sleep patterns. In more extreme cases, symptoms can even include labor pains, postpartum depression, and fatigue.

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  1. Darby SaxbeNegativeJul 27, 2026· Modern Wisdom

    Evidence for Couvade syndrome is currently weak and largely anecdotal.

    “I think it's more anecdotal than evidence based.”

    Listen at 13:59

    Open the episode · The Painful Psychological Cost Of Becoming A Dad - Darby Saxbe - #1129
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