How to break the baby news?

Question

(please no smart *** answers)
okay. i am pregnant and my boyfriend and i are okay with that...actually were happy about that. we are both adults that live on their own...well we live together. anyways we have been together for a while and we aren't sure when and how to tell his parents. My mom is supportive but I am more scared of his parents reaction.I don't know why...so whats the best way to tell his parents i am pregnant and when. i am like six weeks now.

Answer 1

if both of u r so sure of yourselves that u have decided to have a baby out of wedlock then u should not be scared at all. what happens to the baby if both of u decide to go your seperate ways.even now when both of u are going to be parents start of thinking about the baby not yourself.

Answer 2

Hi, I remember when I was pregnant with my daughter telling everyone seemed scary. My partner and I waited until we had our first scan at 12 weeks. We then took his parents out for the day, and rather casually said 'here's a photo for the family album' they were over the moon, his dad didn't cotton on straight away but his mum did. It was a nice way to do it as they had something real to look at and we both felt comfortable knowing that everything was ok. It's up to you, but when you both feel comfortable is best, I'm sure you will get the excited reactions you are hoping for.

Answer 3

You know why you scared to tell his parents. You know his parents disapprove you for there son. This is not a smart answer either, it just two side to the story and you only telling us the good side. So just let your b/f tell them, it makes it easier on you, because you don't need that stress while you are pregnant especially you are still in the trimester where you can have a miscarriage. Do it right. Good Luck!!

Answer 4

I saw this on TV somewhere and I thought it was very cute.
You can give them a gift, let it be something that says #1 Grandma and #1 Grandpa. Wrap up real cute like it is a special gift just for them, This way when they open it and see it they will ask you and you can tell them your good news. And I think it adds a positive touch, like yes we are happy with this, and no there are no problems so you better be happy too!
If they enquire about the length of your pregnancy, you can tell them the truth and that you just found out.
Like you said you are both adults. But be prepared to answer any questions most likely do you plan to marry soon?

Good luck, Congratulations and do not worry!!!!!

Answer 5

If you think you can wait a few more weeks, Grandparents Day is Sept. 10. You could buy them a card for this holiday and have them over for dinner and present them with the card. Be prepared to handle any negative reaction by staying strong and making sure they know you both are happy about it. If they do react badly and cause a scene for some reason, excuse yourself from it by saying that you don't want to create stress for the baby, who is now your number one concern.

Answer 6

The two of ya'll should just go over there and sit them down and tell them. There is really no reason for you to worry about their reaction, ya'll are grown and are happy about the new arrival, btw Congratulations! His parents will probably be happy as well, they are going to have a grand baby to spoil rotten and blame ya'll for the spoiling lol... As far as when to tell them, the sooner the better. So they can start their spoil plan hehe. I hope this helps you and again Congratulations!

Answer 7

I'd say, "Fred, Isabelle, we have some news that we're very happy about and we hope you'll be happy for us too..." (this will probably set things up for you so they'll be thinking you're either getting married or pregnant. If they know you well enough and know marriage isn't likely they'll guess about the pregnancy, and be ready for it when you say), "You're going to be grandparents!!"

Some mild awkwardness or unpleasantless could follow, but just be calm and answer whatever questions they have. Who knows - maybe they'll be excited too. If you're going to be parents you have to be able to deal with tough situations with grace. Here's your chance to practice being the adults you will have to be from now on.

If you're so concerned about Fred and Isabelle chances are they started to prepare themselves for, and worry about, this moment ever since you moved in together. They're probably more ready for the news than you give them credit for.

Answer 8

It might be nice to take them out to dinner and then tell them the news. Or you can do something sneaky and while at dinner you can give them a baby item and see what happens.

Dont be scare of their reactions. If you are adults then it doesnt matter what they think. If you are happy and excited then they should be also.

Answer 9

With my first, my husband wasn't with me when I found out so I bought him a bib that says I love my daddy. You could do the same thing only for I love my grandma/ grandpa and give it to them in a gift bag. Another idea is to get a card for Congratulations to the Proud Grandparents--which is what we did with the second pregnancy. Or my sister made cards that she gave out that said something like, Can't wait to meet you in ___ (your due date). Whatever you do, I would try to show them how happy you two are so that they see everything is ok and maybe your happiness will rub off on them! Congrats!

Answer 10

I agree with the others, a nice dinner and a gently way of telling them. I think that telling them you are happy and want them to be happy for you is the best advice. If they are upset it will have to be them that overcomes that, you just need to concentrate on being healthy and keeping the baby healthy.