How to Announce Pregnancy to an Ex

Whether wanted or unwanted, it can be a sticky situation to announce a pregnancy to an ex-boyfriend when the relationship is over. Many women debate about even telling the ex. If you have made the decision to tell him, there are a few simple things to keep in mind. Read on to learn how to announce pregnancy to an ex.

Instructions

1. Know for sure that you are pregnant. Check and double-check. Don't just go off the notion that you are "late." Be certain that you are pregnant. Just think how embarrassing it could be to tell that you're pregnant, only to find out that you are not.

2. Call your ex-boyfriend. Ask him to meet you face to face. Let him know you aren't using this meeting as a ploy to get back together or to fight. Tell him you have something important to discuss that involves the two of you. Additionally, pick a location to meet. The location should be somewhat public, but not so much so that you can't be emotional, if it comes to that.

3. Plan out what you are going to say ahead of time. It's never wise to just walk into a situation without having something in mind to say. Consider the communication style the two of you have always had and try to incorporate that in the way you tell him. Maybe a direct approach would be best--maybe humor--maybe after some small talk. Whatever way you decide to do it, try to have something in mind to say.

4. Meet and talk. Actually meet him at the time you agreed upon. Talk to him and tell him your news.

Tips & Warnings

• It will be hard to tell him your news, but it's important for you to come forward with your news.

• He may not take the news well.