[xoxoffgirl16xoxo]

I am sixteen years old and pregnant. I told the father who is going to be there and support me but I am not sure how to tell my mother. Mothers day is coming up so I thought that I would tell her than. I am really afraid of my father though he is a very angry person and doesn't care much for me he favors my brothers more. I just wanted some advice on how you think I should tell my parents. ~Confused and wondering~

[Becca1025]

Are you excited totell your mom or is it something you are dreading? I'm guess you're dreading it, But be happy because you are bringing in a beautiful baby and are going to be a mommy. It will be a lot of work, but don't ever let anyone tell you that you cannot do it or handle it.

Maybe you AND the father of your baby should just sit down with both your parents and say
"Mom Dad, I love you both very much and I don't mean to disapoint you or upset you, but I need your support and love now more than I will ever need it. I am pregnant" then add on whatever you want to say.

They probably will be upset and there probably will be some yelling and crying, and that stupid question they will ask "How did this happen" (refrain from any smarta*s comments) but they will get over it. They love you and probably want what's best for you. Just imagine, sooner or later your mom will be going shopping with you for baby stuff in no time.

Don't worry about your dad, he may be mad but he'll get over it. My dad is the same way, he favors my sister over me, but he does get over things that I do. You'll be okay.

Now if you are excited about telling your mom and want to surprise her, get a baby photo album and put the first ultrasound picture in it as the first picture, or if you don't have one yet then get a babybib or a baby shirt that says "I love my grandma". Goodluck and congrats

[Bluerose]

I would like to suggest that you talk to your mum on your own first. Let her get used to the news and then ask her to help you tell your dad. Might not be a good idea to tell her on Mothers Day for the simple reason that if it is a real shock to her, she may remember it each mothers Day with some regret. Pick your own day and you and you mum have a chat. I hope she is pleased. But allow her her initial reaction. She may be quite shocked but I believe she will support you and be okay with the news if you can let her see that you are okay with it too and not freaking out too much. Stay strong, organise your thoughts, speak calmly and just tell her. Let her know that you want her support.