I am 18....and pregnant... How do i tell my family?

Question

And when i do tell them how to i get the point across i know what i'm doing and am fully capable of raising a child?

My gramma, i live with her, will probably freak out and get mad, my mom, who lives half an hour away, will probably try to be mature and above me and tell me i'm too young, my dad will feel violated that his sweet innocent baby is having one and that i'm not as innocent as he once thought, and i'm not sure how hi mother will react.....

My mom and i haven't the best of relationships and i want her to sit there and listen. Not talk.

My dad and i are close but he doesn't know half of the things i have done in life and thinks i am a perfect little angel.

My gramma is constantly looking out for me and if something won't benefit me and i want to do it she gets mad....

idk how to approach them with this exciting news.......

Answer 1

I'm in this same boat too. Although I'm not totally sure I'm pregnant YET, I've been pondering over what I should say to my family. My dad will feel like his little girl has been violated; he's the one I'm most scared to approach.

Even though we are 18, it is VERY hard to approach your family in situations like these. I'd just say hold your head up, explain the situation, and let them handle it. There's nothing you can do now but be excited :) Good luck girl.

Answer 2

I am 16 and when I told my family they freaked out. I told them that I would like to talk for the next couple of minutes. I explained my plan and nothing was going to change my opinion. They were all disappointed, but after a few weeks they excepted it and supported me.

When they are talking to you, don't talk back. Just listen whether you like it or not. Don't let them change your mind though.

Just tell them straight out. Stay strong. This will show that you are ready for a baby.

Good luck and you'll love being pregnant. I know I do.

Answer 3

they'll be shocked, and interrupt you and maybe yell and argue. but thats how its going to be....or sounds like how your family would be from what you've said.

but, in time they'll get over it and love you and their grandchild.

Answer 4

They will probably be disappointed - especially if you're not married or staying with the daddy, but they will get over it. You need to just tell them and be prepared for any reaction. It might not be as bad as you think! Good Luck!