How do i tell my mum that i'm pregnant at 16?

Question

i took 3 tests to be sure- all +

how shall i tell my mum? i'm only 16

Answer 1

Yes tell your mother. The best way is to be serious and honest. Feel regretful and let her scream and yell and say stupid things. Most often she'll come around and be there for you. Good luck Mommy! xx

Answer 2

Ask her to sit down first. Do you have a boyfriend who can be there with you when you tell her or is the baby from a random guy or bum boyfriend? If you do have a supportive boyfriend, it may be helpful to have him there. That way (if he intends to do so) he could tell your mom about how he plans to help support you and the baby throughout your pregnancy, birth, and life.

Now I realize having a boyfriend like that is rare. Even more so when you're 16. She's going to be upset probably when you tell her, but that's okay. Tell her that it's okay, and that you were upset with yourself too. But have now accepted your mistake and want to begin doing right today. Hopefully that will soften the blow. It may also help to go to her with a plan of how you're going to support the child, etc. Just simply say "Mom, I have something very important to tell you, but I think you should sit down first." Then say "I made a big mistake and I know that, but I am pregnant now and need you and your experience more than ever." Best of luck to you darling.

Answer 3

Just tell her cos she'll find out soon enough.  If you're worried about a reaction, tell her when you're out shopping so she's less likely to kick off in public.

My daughter was 16 and pregnant and it was ME that told HER that she was expecting!  She thought I'd go into orbit because I was only 36 myself.  My reaction was not what she was expecting, but from my point of view I just thought she needed me more than ever.  I now have a very beautiful 5 year old grand-daughter.

Answer 4

  The best way would be to tell her when she is driving you somewhere.

That way, she has to keep looking forward, and the further away you are from where you're going, the longer she has for it to sink in.

Answer 5

There's no easy way to do it. The best thing to do is sit her down, don't drag it out, be honest.

I'm sure she'll support you through this.

Answer 6

hi hun i was also pregnant at 16 with my first child to be honest i was shitting it telling my mum but i new i had to because i didn't want her to be the last to no as i new that would hurt her more and to be honest she shocked me she was so supportive  and i felt so much better if she was mad she never showed it so just tell her hun like i said I'm sure she would be more upset if you lied or felt you could come to her xx congrats and good luckxx p.s my son is now coming 6 and is my life so don't worry you will be fine  

Answer 7

You'll just have to sit her down and tell her. There is no easy way to do it at 16, it's better to do it early because then you don't give yourself a ton of time to think about it and change your mind and then make her wonder why you waited so long to tell her.

Answer 8

i would write her a letter and tell her there is something that i needed to tell her but i was afraid of her reaction so if we could go out to a public place and have lunch i would rather tell her in a public place so she wouldn't scream on me.

Answer 9

weren't you just on your period a few minutes ago?

Answer 10

sit her down and tell her

tell her on the phone

go to your doctor with her, let the doctor tell her

or write her a letter while your in egypt...

Answer 11

well the good thing is your going to tell her. that's a start. I'm 18 and coming 7 weeks pregnant. is your mum a calm person or does she tend to get angry easily. for me if i was in your situation, prob not good for you to do. but if you think she will hit the roof. id text her saying your pregnant whilst in the same room as her, don't be afraid if your going to keep this baby it will be hard work but all worth it because you will have your own creation right there when its born. but remember its for life. if your keeping this baby. how far gone are you? and I'm going to be a first time mum also. so if you need someone else to talk to I'm always here. god luck chick

Answer 12

be prepared for the silent parent treatment for awhile. I'm 19 and my parents still overreacted HUGE. :D Its part of being a parent as you will soon understand. I made plans for them and my sister and me to eat out then go to the mall after and I had my sister tell them while I stood there grinning *yes I was grinning I don't know why, even when they knew Eric had already left for VA without me* They didn't talk to me the whole time and later at home they just said "were very disappointed in you" about a million times. They didn't talk to me for close to three weeks then suddenly out of the blue when they saw my first ultrasound they MELTED lol.

It will be a little rocky at first but they will be your best support system short of the babys father if hes in the picture if not then you will really really want them there! Good luck to you and mnay many hugs  

Answer 13

Tell her the truth...she'll be angry at first but she'll get over it x congratulations BTW

Answer 14

i mailed a letter to my mom and waited for her to call me. i dont live with her but it was still scary as h**l waiting for her to call. im happy i got it over with now

Answer 15

There's no way around it---just tell her personally.  

Answer 16

Make sure you get your mum somewhere you two can be alone.

Then perhaps you might want to say something like this:

"Mum, please don't be upset with me.  I need to tell you something.  I think I am pregnant. I took three tests and they're all positive. I need you to be with me through this."

If your mum is anything like 99% of mums in this world, she will want to be there for you and to help you all she can.

Do be prepared for her initial reaction of shock though. You are probably still her little baby in her eyes :)

All the best, and lots of love xoxoxo  

  

Answer 17

I think you should just make sure you talk to her in private, Im sure you value her opinion on what you should do now , shes your mum shell understand, good luck!

Answer 18

Thats a hard question..I got pregnant  my first time at 22 and my mum still went mad.But now she loves her little granddaughter and grandson (twins).Maybe you should sit her down and calmy tell her.Let her scream and shout and just tell her how sorry you are..give her time to think about it..maybe a couple of days without mentioning it..then bring it up and ask her if she'll help you? If the minute she tells you she's fine with it..great! Good luck with your baby!