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Talk about every stage of pregnancy, from early symptoms to preparing for birth.

Announcing pregnancy after loss

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MrsPed2016 · 25/07/2019 07:35

Hi there, Please can you guys offer any advice on how and when to break the news of a new pregnancy to family following a neonatal loss at 23 weeks. Should we wait until after this point? Longer? How do we announce? Feeling unsure and cautious. Only 13 weeks with new pregnancy. Thanks.

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choccybuttonshelpeverything · 25/07/2019 08:03

Sorry for your loss. My losses were early and I waited till pregnancy had passed those points.
Only you will know when your comfortable sharing the news. How about just a few close friends for now that can support you while you feel understandably anxious.
However bumps appear pretty quickly and may be difficult to hide.
Hope all goes well x

Thegirlwithnousername · 25/07/2019 09:50

Sorry for your losses, I had 2 late losses and told families both times early, but didn't announce to friends on successful pregnancies until 24 weeks.
I would defiantly tell people who will offer you support!
Congratulation on your pregnancy.

Teddybear45 · 25/07/2019 10:11

I announced differently according to my needs and who might be able to support me if something went wrong. Immediate family knew at around 7-8 weeks. Work not long after that. I am 21 weeks now and while we have now allowed our families to let close extended family know and told our very close friends, we still haven’t made a wider announcement and probably won’t until after the birth. Do whatever feels right for you.

Bluebelltulip · 25/07/2019 10:59

Sorry for your loss and congratulations on your new pregnancy. I'm 16 weeks pregnant and I lost my daughter at 32 weeks. I told close friends and family earlier than I did before as I needed support but don't know when I'll tell other people. Waiting until after 32 weeks isn't practical and anyone I see in person will know as I now have a bump. Do what feels right for you, don't worry about telling everyone at once.

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