Discovering you are pregnant can leave you feeling overwhelmed and scared. If you are a teenager, it can feel even more overwhelming, knowing that you will have to tell them about the pregnancy.
While it won’t be easy to share the news, there are ways to talk with your parents that can help make the conversation less stressful.
Keep reading to learn more about talking to your parents about your pregnancy and how you can get help.
Choosing the Right Time and Place
Part of having a conversation with your parents about your pregnancy is finding the best time and place to discuss it.
First, try to find a time and place where your parents are calm and not busy. Trying to talk to them in the middle of a busy day, or when they are stressed, can make a challenging conversation even more difficult.
Also, find a location that is quiet and peaceful, allowing your conversation to be more relaxed and open.
Remember that if you are ever concerned about your safety, move to a safe place and call 911 immediately.
Plan What You are Going to Say
Organizing your thoughts and what you want to say is another effective way to prepare for discussing your pregnancy with your parents.
It can help the conversation stay focused and prevent you from rambling or getting the conversation off-track.
When planning what to say, it can also be good to know facts about your pregnancy.
Scheduling an appointment at a local women’s clinic to confirm the pregnancy and undergo an ultrasound scan can provide details such as the age of the pregnancy, its health status, and your options.
Sharing these details when you talk to your parents can help them transition from an emotional response to actually processing the facts about your pregnancy.
Communicating these facts can also help your parents understand that you are taking the pregnancy seriously and developing a plan on how to proceed.
Prepare for Different Responses
Your parents will likely experience a range of emotions when you tell them you are pregnant.
Just as you did when you first discovered you were pregnant, they will experience everything from anger to confusion and fear—so be patient with their responses and give them time to process the news.
Get The Help You Need
Telling your parents about an unplanned pregnancy can feel overwhelming, but we’re here to help.
Palm Beach Women’s Clinic offers free pregnancy test confirmation with a follow-up ultrasound scan.
Our trained staff can discuss the details of your pregnancy with you, outline your options, and offer guidance on how to approach your parents about your pregnancy.
Contact us today to schedule your free and confidential appointment.