How to Tell Family About Pregnancy
Pregnancy is an amazing time in a woman's life. Bringing a new child into the world is an exciting journey, and choosing how to reveal the big news is just one of the many decisions to be made. Whether you blurt out the news right away, send a card or send a picture, sharing the news will be something you and your family remember for a lifetime.
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Choose the people you want to share the news with first. Although there are no "rules" on who should be informed first, many people like to share the news of the pregnancy with family first, then close friends and lastly the rest of the world.
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Decide when you want to spread the good news. Some people wait until the first trimester is over so that they feel comfortable with the reduced risk of miscarriage. Others choose to tell family members immediately. According to Women's Healthcare Topics, many women feel relieved to share the news early so that they will have the support of family or friends, should a miscarriage occur. It is important to keep in mind that there can be different timing for the big reveal for different groups of people, such as telling family immediately, close friends after a few weeks and a general announcement after the first trimester.
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Choose the mode you will use to share the big news. A simple phone call will work and is the fastest way to share the exciting news. You can send out a mass email so that everyone you wish to hear the news receives it at the same time. Another option could be to send a picture of your husband and yourself with a cute caption along the lines of "There are THREE of us in this picture." Women's Healthcare Topics suggests buying a baby outfit and surprising people with it or showing people the first ultrasound, which is often taken at eight weeks. Visit Zoey's Attic for additional ideas on how to share the news.
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Act on the plan. Begin making phone calls, sending emails or printing up announcement cards. For most women, pregnancy is something they experience for a short time - and only a few times through their life - so be sure to enjoy this special time in your life and make the announcement memorable.
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