How to Tell Your Lover You're Pregnant
When you discover you're pregnant, you may feel anxiety not only over the pregnancy, but also letting your lover know you're expecting. Although you may have a casual relationship, you still need to let him know so you can decide together how to handle the pregnancy.
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Instructions
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Find out if you're definitely pregnant. Before letting your lover know about the pregnancy, take a home pregnancy test and confirm the results with a test at your doctor's office.
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Practice telling him first. If you're nervous about delivering the news, prepare a speech beforehand. If someone close to you already knows, practice the speech on her first.
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Give the news in person. You should arrange for a time to meet to talk. Pick a place where you can keep the conversation private and a time when he's in a good mood.
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Tell him in a straightforward manner. Give him the facts, including when you took the test and how far along you are. Try to keep the conversation upbeat and your emotions under control.
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Prepare yourself for the worst. Some guys can react in a very negative and panicky way when first given pregnancy news. He may say things like, "Whose is it?" Give him time to recover and then arrange a time to speak with him again.
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Tips & Warnings
Don't stay with a lover who treats you badly if you're pregnant. You'll need someone who supports you and can help you get through this emotional time.
Don't let the news get to him through other sources. Try to tell your lover about the pregnancy as soon as possible.
