how do i tell them?

Question

im turning 17 next thursday. my boyfriend will be 16 two weeks after my bday. im pretty sure im pregnant. the test came back positive. but im taking another one to be on the safe side. my boyfriend & i want to keep the baby. we know its going to be hard and stressful but we're in it together. how do i tell my parents/family and his parents/family? HELP

Answer 1

Sit down with your parents and tell them that your pregnant and you want to keep the baby. Answer any questions they have. They're going to be mad and shocked when you tell them. Tell them you've looked at all your options and will do the right thing.

Answer 2

Well, whether you tell them or not, they will know. The best thing to do is sit down with them and the boyfriend and spill the beans. I assure you they are going to be very upset and disappointed in their daughter, and will probably say some mean cruel things to the boyfriend. But guess what, now you are grown. Let them know that you are going to finish high school and boyfriend is also, however he is going to get a job, as soon as he is old enough and support the baby. But don't be surprised if you wake up one morning and find the boyfriend gone and you holding the baby. Fifteen is awfully young for a boy to be weighed down with a family. It's wonderful that you have planned to keep the baby, just remember that it is your baby and mother is not the sitter. It is now time to show that you know how to be responsible. Good luck and give the parents time to adjust. His parents will probably say some mean nasty and hateful things about you also. Take it in stride and raise your baby right.

Answer 3

Be confidant that the first thing is that no matter what they say or do --is that they love you more than life itself--and that they are going to be surprised and confused and maybe even angry --but the bottom line is that you let them know that you AND your boyfriend is totally responsible in the care of the baby yet to come--they will respect you and your boyfriend BUT only if you are responsible--you have just basically given up your youth --because a child is now the number 1 reason you live and breath--so don't expect your folks to take on the responsibility of raising this child--you made it you raise it--period--

Answer 4

Just be honest, parents usually have a way of loving their kids no matter what. It usually is a shock and they may be upset at first. That is one of the reasons to be honest. That will help them see that you are maturing and can handle resonsibility. But both of you are quite young. You need to be prepared for a life changing experience. It is not always easy and you may have to set aside some of your dreams and goals, I did not say give them up!. A new baby is very demanding and a lot of work. A good parent is willing to make sacrafices for the welfare of their children!
Just so you know, I am a parent that went through this with my daughter.

Answer 5

I think you should tell your parents together. maybe even have his parents to your house or vice versa so you can have a discussion about it. Know all of your options and let them know that you both have given it some thought and you feel it is best to keep the baby. It is a huge responsibility so make sure you are ready for that. You could even take some parenting classes. Be prepared for them to be mad. Let them take it all in and say their part to. Try to stay calm and let both sides talk.

Answer 6

You just have to do it! I've been in your shoes. Mind you, I was a bit older (22), but I still know how it is. I admire your courage to keep the pregnancy. Now you have to be mature and sit your parents down and tell them about your situation. I won't lie. There will probably be some tears, maybe some yelling, but it won't last forever. At least you guys will have each other. Be strong and do the right thing. You won't regret it.

Answer 7

Your just going to have to be mature about it and tell them, and make sure your bf is there too, it shows that he's supportive. Granted you two are way to young but the damage is done and now you have to grow up faster than you should. But you should do a second test to make sure. Good luck

Answer 8

Carefully. You tell them very carefully. I suggest talking to one parent first---choose the parent that you trust the most and talk to them alone. Then get that parent to help you approach the others.

Answer 9

Wait until u cant get an abortion then tell them.

Answer 10

take the pregancy test and leave it on your parents counter.....that what my cusin did and it saved her the trouble