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Dear Mom and Dad...I'm Pregnant

© Teresa Brouwer

The only thing that crossed my mind when I found out I was pregnant was how am I going to tell my parents. I was eighteen, pregnant, and living at home. And now I had to burden my parents with news that they thought would never enter their home. Every time I tried to tell my parents, I backed out. I was so scared of their reaction and the thought of financial and emotional support for the child was so far from my mind. My only concern was that I disappointed my parents.

It had reached a point where I had no choice but to tell them. My stomach was getting bigger and I needed their help. I kept it from them for awhile due to the fear I had of telling them. But it had to be done.

The night I told my parents I was a nervous wreck. My hands were shaking and I could see my heart beating right through my chest. I was sitting on the kitchen counter and my parents were at the table. I could recall just blurting it out. They were so upset; we argued and I stormed out of the house.

In the end, things worked out. My parents were okay with the pregnancy. They had no choice, but to accept it. My mother and a best friend of mine gave me a baby shower.

Today my parents and I have a wonderful relationship. Things do work out for the best and I am a true believer that things happen for a reason.

The one thing I learned from this experience is that your parents will always be there for you. The boyfriend/husband that you have the child with may not be there for you in the long run. Parents love their kids and they do care. Of course, things will be in an uproar at first; their baby is having a baby. But all in good time, things do get better.

Try these different ways to tell your parents: Write a Letter: Writing letters is a great way to communicate. It helps break the barriers and starts a conversation rather than an argument. Plus, you could easily express yourself better through writing.

Have a friend with you: When you tell your parents, having a close friend with you may help break the tension. Friends are important to us, especially at a young age.

If all else fails: Counseling: Planned Parenthood is just about everywhere. For a listing in your area, you could get in touch with your local health department. Tell someone what you are going through. Don't try and do it alone. What you tell a doctor and counselor is confidential. Get the help you and your baby needs.

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