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October 2011 Moms
Non-clicky Poll: Sweet comments
I know lots of us have posted about the idiot comments we've received from people about the pregnancy, but what about any that stand out because they were so nice or comforting? Let's post those, too!
I have a friend that has made two comments that were amazingly sensitive and caring. The first was after telling her I was pregnant pretty early on and that I was nervous about m/c because of spotting, etc, she replied "I'm going to celebrate the fact that you're pregnant today and that you can get pregnant at all. That is a huge accomplishment and something to be cherished."
When I told her that I think I'm having a boy, she said "I really hope so because I know that you will raise a respectful young man and we could use more of those today."
I mean, seriously, is she not awesome?!
What about you? What sweet comments have you received regarding your pregnancy?
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Re: Non-clicky Poll: Sweet comments
My BFF told me that she was excited for me. She gave me extra hope by telling me that everything will be good. She joked and said, "Thank goodness the flowers were for you and not me!" <--We have a friend that gets sensations about fertility and gender. She saw flowers right before I conceived.
She also prayed for my daughter because she knew I was scared because of the experience I had while pregnant with my son. She continues to pray for my family.
The first thing one of my friends said after finding out I was "you are going to be a great mom!" I thought that was really nice and made me feel really good!
"you're gonna be one of those sexy pregnant chicks, aren't you?"
You're going to be a great mom was one that touched me more than I expected it would!
Someone also said "I knew I couldn't be the only person secretly hoping you'd have kids soon"
I've had several people who were just over the top thrilled when I told them I'm having twins. Multiples can be scary and for some people a worst-case scenario, so it's nice to have those who are excited and proclaim "what a blessing!"
That's how I feel, too!
This is a great thread, thanks for starting it!
I had a lot of people who were genuinley happy and excited for us. I think that is a great feeling to see the excitement on other peoples faces when they hear you're expecting!
When we told some of our best friends, it was still really early and the only reason we told was because I needed their advice for finding a doctor in town since we'd moved recently. They were the ones who were there for us during our m/c last summer (we were actually staying at their house; not being at home could've really added to the nightmare, but they were so awesome about it). Everyone was excited and congratulated us, but later that night she sent me a text message to say how glad she was that it was my turn because she knew how hard the last few months had been, how much we wanted this and how we'd be such great parents.
The other really sweet comment came from my best friend when I emailed her with the news. Her response was "I'm unspeakably excited for you and I wish you a happy, healthy, and very uneventful pregnancy! I can't wait to see photos of your giant belly and a little blobby ultrasound, when the time comes."
BFP #1: July 12, 2010 Natural M/C: July 26, 2010
BFP #2: January 30 ,2011 Born: September 29, 2011
BFP #3: January 5, 2013 Born: August 25, 2013
My BFP Chart
Becoming a better role model for my daughter, one day at a time
my SIL started crying on the phone from excitement.
my sister was freaking out
we havent told anyone else yet.
We have so many people in our lives who have told us we are going to be great parents, and that has meant so much to me.
I have also gotten a few mommy-to-be cards from some of DH's friends' wives...when I opened them I was overwhelmed with happiness even though it is such a simple, yet very thoughtful gesture.
When I told my oldest sister she squealed and said "I knew i!" and then she dug around in her purse and pulled out a 'mommy-to-be' card and a wubanub pacifier, and handed them both to me. She said "I had a feeling, and I couldn't be more excited." So sweet!!
I haven't gotten one rude or insensitive comment from anyone I've told yet - it has been so much fun telling everyone - it's not very often in life that you get to give such happy news that you know is going to make people excited.