What to do when your teenage daughter tells you she is pregnant?
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- First steps. It’s okay to feel shocked if your daughter has just disclosed to you that she’s pregnant.
- Listen to her. When you do have a conversation with your daughter about her pregnancy, try to stay calm.
- Making a decision.
- When you don’t agree with her choice.
What to say when someone tells you they are pregnant?
No matter the circumstances or details of the announcement, “Congratulations!” is the only proper response when someone tells you they’re having a baby. A hug and a smile is also a welcome addition to well wishes.
What do I do if my 14 year old is pregnant?
If you are pregnant at 14, the first thing you need to do is tell a trusted adult, such as your parents. While you will be the only one who can decide what to do, an adult can play a huge role in helping you get the support you need and following through with your unplanned pregnancy plan.
How do you congratulate someone pregnant?
“Wishing you an easy delivery and healthy baby,” “Wishing you health and joy as you welcome your new baby,” or “May you all be happy and healthy!”
What do you do when your daughter is being mean to you?
Calmly tell your daughter that the behavior is unacceptable and enforce the consequence. Don’t engage in a drawn-out conversation; just enforce a reasonable consequence. Model respectful and supportive behavior. As the adult, It’s important that you set the tone in your own responses.
What can I do if my daughter is pregnant?
Support your daughter by offering to tell close family members or friends about the pregnancy. This can give them an opportunity to express their genuine concern. Siblings may offer her unique sympathy too.
What should I do if my child’s father won’t co-parent with Me?
Offer to assist the baby’s father into responsible co-parenting, if appropriate. Remember to respect everyone’s opinion. That doesn’t mean, though, that you are obligated to act on every suggestion made by others. Some family members, friends or even church members may strongly disagree on some decisions.
Where can I find other parents who have been pregnant?
Pregnancy resource centers have a wealth of information and can refer you to other parents who have “been there”. Church members such as pastors, youth leaders, Sunday school leaders and Bible study groups.
How do you deal with a mother who has a baby’s father?
Respect her feelings about the baby’s father (whether the relationship continues or discontinues). Offer to assist the baby’s father into responsible co-parenting, if appropriate. Remember to respect everyone’s opinion. That doesn’t mean, though, that you are obligated to act on every suggestion made by others.