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Whenever I finally get a bfp I had a cute plan of how to tell my mom... she is an English teacher so I was going to use a scrabble board and take a picture of it with it spelling out "baby" related words.. for my sisters I was going to send them an ultrasound picture saying something about us expecting. Those are just a few ideas.

That's a tough situation. I first thought of giving a picture frame with 4 photos, grandma, mom, you and sono... but that doesn't really help. How about you go to a spa for the day, and completely relax, and have your dh do it? Not exactly tackling the situation but you don't need any stress right now. GL and congrats!

When i had my first i was in a similar situation. My parents were completely against me even being in a relationship. I remember my Mom forbidding me from even going on a date and lecturing me with my full name in use all the way from down in the lower 48. When i had fallen in love (and pregnant) I had to make a decision not to let them ruin my joy and to carry my head high and proud no matter what they had to say. I had to be strong for my baby. And you know, we didn't talk much but after they realized that I was standing firm in who I was they came around. You know, that's when I really grew up. I have them and the baby (my 9 year old daughter) to thank for challenging me. Enjoy how you announce, even if you think that they might not enjoy it as much as you do. After all, it is about your little one and not them, cherish your nine months of falling in love with someone that you've never met :)

Thanks everyone. I will not let them ruin my joy & my pregnancy experience. I just wished they were more supportive. But thanks again. I appreciate it.

I would tell them that you are thrilled to share some news- that YOU are SO HAPPY and excited and hope they will be just as supportive....