How Do You Use An Empathy Belly?
An empathy belly is a weighted garment that can be worn by men, women and teenagers to simulate the physical effects of pregnancy. Teenage pregnancy prevention programs use the bellies to dissuade teens from becoming young parents, while many birthing classes offer the bellies to men to help them gain a better understanding of what their partner is going through regarding lung capacity, bladder pressure, sore breasts and overall discomfort. Allow teenage girls to feel firsthand the discomfort and inconvenience of pregnancy by partnering with your local teen-pregnancy prevention organization. Health and life skills classes, health awareness clubs, and guidance counselors have access to the program, which comes with supplemental educational materials. This tangible learning resource is something teens can get up close and personal with, generating eye-opening conversations and impactful experiences. Show your man the meaning of “Oh, my aching back. And breasts. And shoulders.” The empath
