When you find out that you are pregnant, sharing the news with others is a big part of welcoming your happiness. Whether you will announce this news to everyone in a creative way, or share it with those closest to you by speaking privately, you will remember this time as a very meaningful time in your pregnancy. The following are some approaches you can use to share your happiness with family and friends.
Step
Method 1 of 3: Telling Your Partner
Step 1. Speak together
Maybe you and your partner have been trying to conceive for a long time, and you know the news of your pregnancy will bring tears of joy. Or maybe your pregnancy was unplanned, so it's a bit of a shock for your partner, as well as for you to find out that your pregnancy test was positive. Whatever your situation may be, the best way to tell your partner is to have an honest conversation with the two of you.
- In most situations, your partner should be the first person you tell. You may be tempted to call your parents or best friend right away, but of course it's best to tell your partner first.
- Try to honestly explain your own feelings to your partner. If you're feeling anxious or happy about what's about to happen, talk about those feelings. You will need emotional support during your pregnancy and hopefully your partner can provide it for you, even in times of confusion.
Step 2. Tell the news with a sweet or funny surprise
Maybe you want to share the news of your pregnancy a little creatively, so you can enjoy the expression on your partner's face. Here are some interesting ways you can make your partner laugh.
- Make a romantic dinner for both of you. Serve baby themed foods such as carrot slices, team rice or apple juice served in children's cups. It shouldn't take your partner long to guess what you're going to say.
- Create a movie viewing event along with a selection of baby-themed movies. Write the news of your pregnancy on a piece of paper and put it on a DVD or near the TV and see the expression on her face.
- Give gifts to your partner. Buy a T-shirt or coffee cup that says "Great Dad" or "I love you." Then wait with a smile as your partner begins to understand the news of your pregnancy.
- Order a cake from the bakery. Ask them to write congratulations on your pregnancy on the cake. Then ask your partner to pick up the cake and bring it home. When he asks who you ordered the cake for, say "For us! We're going to be parents!"
Step 3. Be prepared for a variety of reactions
If your pregnancy was unplanned - and perhaps not even expected, be as calm as possible and let your partner digest the news you bring. Your partner's first reaction is not always an expression of his true feelings.
Method 2 of 3: Telling People Near You
Step 1. Notify when you are ready
Usually women wait until the end of the first trimester to tell others about their pregnancy. Many miscarriages occur in the first trimester, but are much less after that. However, today many women are no longer waiting three months to tell their family and friends. Choose the most appropriate time for you and your partner.
Step 2. Tell the people closest to you before the news of your pregnancy is known to everyone
It would be wise to tell your family and partner and close friends that you are pregnant before announcing it on social media such as Facebook, Twitter or your blog.
- Try to tell the people closest to you personally, or contact them individually. If you tell them via email or other means, you won't be able to hear their happy greetings for you!
- Alternatively, you may want to share the news in a more formal way, such as sending a card. Today many women choose to announce their pregnancy through greeting cards that you can get in many bookstores.
- If you want to record people's reactions, wait for the rest of your family to get together and ask them to take a group photo. Once they are ready for the camera, say that you are pregnant before taking the photo.
Method 3 of 3: Telling Everyone
Step 1. Make an announcement via social media
If you have a Facebook or Twitter account, you may be able to share your pregnancy news or post a photo of your progress there. Some couples choose to attach the first ultrasound image. There are many creative ways to announce your pregnancy - choose the one that works for you!
Keep in mind that once you've announced news to social media, you can't control who gets to know about it. Don't announce your pregnancy on social media until you're completely ready for this news to be known to everyone
Step 2. Consider your workplace
Your office mates will be happy to hear the news of your pregnancy. However, there are a few other things to consider when announcing your pregnancy to your boss and co-workers.
- Tell your boss before telling your other coworkers. Usually women wait until their first trimester is over and the pregnancy begins to appear to tell their boss. If you have a co-worker that you've already told your boss about, then tell your boss earlier.
- Research the company's maternity leave policy so you know it when you tell your boss. Be prepared to answer questions about how pregnancy will affect your performance and when you plan to start maternity leave.
Step 3. Have a party when you find out the gender of your baby
Many people have this kind of party. There are many ways to announce your baby's gender as well as your pregnancy news all at once. For example:
- Purchase a photo album (for each family member) and put the ultrasound photo on the first page with the announcement "A little baby will be born in October 2014." Print ultrasound photos and announcements (back and forth), and roll them up and then put them in a balloon or tissue box for your family members to open. Finally, record everyone's reactions and make a compilation video to share with your friends and family on Facebook. There is indeed a lot to do, but it will be so much fun!
- Ask your partner to paint their hands blue or pink. Wear a white t-shirt or other top you're going to paint. Ask the photographer to take a photo of your partner hugging you from behind. Then take a photo of him letting go of his hand and there's pink or blue paint on your t-shirt. That way, the sex of your baby is known.
- Search for "gender reveals" on Pinterest; You'll find lots of interesting ways to announce your baby's gender to many people at the same time.
Tips
- Be prepared to receive annoying reactions from other people. News of pregnancy evokes mixed feelings for other people. Try not to think too much about it if someone makes rude comments about your pregnancy.
- Get creative and make it your own way. Personalize the way you announce your pregnancy. This is your own pregnancy, so have fun!
- The sooner you announce your pregnancy, the quicker it will be for you to plan your baby's thanksgiving party, pick a name, and buy baby equipment and clothes. There is a lot to be done in the nine months before your baby is born.
Warning
- Choose the right time to announce pregnancy. Your good news may make other people feel sad. Has anyone in your family recently miscarried? Pay attention to other people's feelings, imagine if you experienced it.
- If you want to delay announcing your pregnancy, remember that nausea and vomiting, an enlarged stomach, and regular visits to the doctor will eventually make people suspicious. If your pregnancy is hard to hide then you better announce it now, while you can still surprise people. Or else you will lose their surprised expression.
- Get to know your partner. Some people may like the fun way of telling like the one above, and others may prefer a more serious way. Make sure you choose the way your partner likes.
- For the second pregnancy and beyond, it will be more difficult to surprise your family and friends, as the pregnancy will be noticed much more quickly. Hence, it would be better to announce your pregnancy sooner.
