Have a big heart - Morgah advises men to support women through pregnancy

Tech entrepreneur Victor Elorm Morgah is urging men to be more intentional in supporting their partners during pregnancy, describing the period as physically and emotionally demanding for women.

The Melvic Technologies founder made the remarks in an interview with MzGee ahead of Convergence of Mothers 2026, noting that many men underestimate the changes women go through while carrying a child.

According to him, pregnancy comes with significant emotional and physical changes that require patience and understanding from partners.

“If you are married, you have that responsibility to take care of your wife, especially during pregnancy,” he said.

“It’s difficult carrying another human being. There are a lot of emotions, a lot of changes. You don’t judge the woman based on how you knew her before,” he added.

Morgah noted that mood swings and unexpected reactions are often part of the process, urging men not to trivialise them.

“Sometimes something small will happen and she’s crying. On a normal day, she wouldn’t react that way. It’s not her — her hormones are all over,” he said.

He stressed the importance of being patient and accommodating during such moments.

“You have to have a big heart to accommodate and tolerate,” he added.

Don’t Trivialise the Small Things

The father of three also highlighted the importance of paying attention to what may seem like minor needs, including cravings.

“Those small, small things are very important. If she says she wants something at a particular time, don’t trivialise it,” he said.

He shared that he often made adjustments to meet his wife’s needs, including preparing or buying specific foods she craved.

Be Present, Not Distant

Beyond emotional support, Morgah encouraged men to be physically present throughout the pregnancy journey, including attending antenatal appointments.

“Go with her. Do the registration, the payments, sit through the process together,” he advised.

He noted that showing up consistently can ease the burden on women and strengthen the relationship.

“When you are together and you do a lot of things together, it helps. Sticking together in those times is very important,” he said.

Listen and Stay Connected

Morgah emphasised the need for men to actively listen to their partners during pregnancy.

“They express a lot of emotions. You have to give them a listening ear. It’s not something you should ignore,” he said.

A Journey Shaped by Experience

Morgah’s reflections come from personal experience. He earlier revealed that he and his wife lost their first child at 39 weeks during labour, a traumatic experience that doctors initially said could prevent them from having children.

Despite that prognosis, he now has three children — two boys and a girl.

He says the journey has shaped his perspective on marriage, fatherhood, and the role men must play during pregnancy.