To optimise the intimate partner relationship, an opportunity for nurses to engage with both partners
is necessary. Having the father present at individual consultations or FTP group sessions, and explicitly
addressing adjustment in the intimate partner relationship following the birth of a baby in the FTP group,
would be an ideal opportunity to address this. However, respondents indicated that currently fathers are
rarely specifically invited to FTP groups, and MCH services and FTP groups are almost always available only).