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babyface10
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Announcing Preganacy Question
Hey ladies,
We have not told anyone we are expecting baby #2 yet. I am 12 weeks on Nov 2nd and i have my NT Scan. We have organised a party for the next day with our close friends mostly couples to break the news to them. It is fancy dress so we are going to wear maybe Bun in the oven and baker costumes.
My question is one of the couples have been trying for a few years and had 2 mc's. When we told them of baby 1 they were excited but it did bring a tear. We are onto baby #2 and they are still trying. I cant decide if we should tell them before the party on their own or let them find out when they come over. I know they will be excited but i dont want to ruin the night for them. The last time my DH didnt notice the teary face but i did and i felt so guilty for them. But they are amazing friends and i know they will be happy for us.
Sorry it is so long but your opinions would be apprieciated.
TIA
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Posted 10/22/12 3:20 PM  |
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cateyemm
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Re: Announcing Preganacy Question
I'd tell them before and let them know you're announcing it at the party.
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| Posted 10/22/12 3:27 PM |
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JB1122
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Re: Announcing Preganacy Question
I would tell them beforehand.
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| Posted 10/22/12 3:27 PM |
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babyface10
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Re: Announcing Preganacy Question
Thanks Ladies. Thats what i thought but DH thought we should wait. But it think we will tell them on Friday before. I know they will still come but at least they have time to digest it 1st.
Thanks again.
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| Posted 10/22/12 3:41 PM |
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ny55angel
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Announcing Preganacy Question
If their troubles are known you to I would privately tell them first.
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| Posted 10/22/12 3:46 PM |
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ANR1211
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Announcing Preganacy Question
Definitely tell them first. I was out to dinner with friends when my friend was announcing her pregnancy (I knew already, but was having infertility issues) and one of the other girls was also pregnant...I wanted to slit my wrists... It's hard to digest in the moment and while they are probably very happy for you, it's hard to not have some disappointment at first (and it will probably show)!
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| Posted 10/22/12 4:56 PM |
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moonmist09
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Announcing Preganacy Question
100% tell them first. it will be easier to take in for them.
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| Posted 10/22/12 5:44 PM |
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missfabulous
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Re: Announcing Preganacy Question
Posted by cateyemm
I'd tell them before and let them know you're announcing it at the party.
I agree. It will give them time to prepare mentally and emotionally.
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| Posted 10/22/12 6:44 PM |
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Frenchy49
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Re: Announcing Preganacy Question
I would definitely let them know before the party and let them know that your announcing it at the party. It will give them time to take in the news.
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| Posted 10/22/12 6:57 PM |
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gina409
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Re: Announcing Preganacy Question
Posted by cateyemm
I'd tell them before and let them know you're announcing it at the party.
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| Posted 10/22/12 7:08 PM |
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islandersgirl74
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Re: Announcing Preganacy Question
Posted by cateyemm
I'd tell them before and let them know you're announcing it at the party.
i agree!
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| Posted 10/22/12 7:10 PM |
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Mrs213
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Re: Announcing Preganacy Question
Posted by ny55angel
If their troubles are known you to I would privately tell them first.
I agree with this, but I'd tell them before the party. Not at the party before everyone else - if that makes sense...
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| Posted 10/22/12 7:12 PM |
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iBCraZ131
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Re: Announcing Preganacy Question
I would definitely tell them beforehand. When I had my m/c last year, I didn't handle surprises like that very well. I would rather be able to process that news in private.
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| Posted 10/22/12 9:08 PM |
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NYCGirl80
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Re: Announcing Preganacy Question
I agree with everyone else to tell them privately, before the party. Let them prepare themselves.
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| Posted 10/22/12 9:30 PM |
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