How Do I Tell My Parents I’m Pregnant?

No matter your age, it can be daunting to share the news about an unplanned pregnancy with your parents. Because there’s no way to be 100% sure what their reaction will be, it can be difficult to prepare for such an unpredictable conversation.

However, there are steps that you can take to prepare yourself with information and resources so that you can share the news with confidence.

You can read further for practical steps about how to deliver the news of your pregnancy to your parents. 

Confirm Your Pregnancy

Before you tell them, you’ll want to be positive that you are in fact pregnant. At a minimum, avoid relying on common symptoms by taking an at-home pregnancy test at least one day after your first missed period. 

At First Care, we offer free lab-quality pregnancy testing that can be accurate as early as three weeks after the first day of your last period.

Prepare Yourself

After receiving a positive pregnancy test, it’s crucial to allow yourself time to process the news and come to terms with it. Remember, you are not obligated to share this information right away with anyone else.

If you have someone besides your parents whom you can trust, it may be helpful to reach out to them first to have someone to talk to and to process the news with.

Try to think ahead of questions they might ask, such as the pregnancy’s gestational age and viability, or more logistical questions, such as which pregnancy path you would like to choose. 

Consider utilizing First Care’s options counseling sessions, which provide an opportunity to educate yourself on all possible pregnancy outcomes, or to process any barriers that you may be facing in the midst of your pregnancy.

Remember to be kind and compassionate towards yourself, treating yourself with the same grace and patience you would extend to a friend facing a similar situation.

Next Steps

At First Care, we provide free, confidential services such as options counseling, pregnancy testing, ultrasounds, and parenting support through our Every Family program.

During an ultrasound, we can help you gather important details like the pregnancy’s gestational age, location, and viability. 

During an options counseling appointment, you can ask questions and discuss the options you are interested in exploring before you choose to deliver the news to your parents.

We can ensure you are equipped with the right information to confidently share the news with your parents. Contact us today to schedule an appointment!