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Supporting a friend

afrochick09afrochick09 member
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Not sure if this board is sensitive like others but I do have a pregnancy ticker for those that are concerned. Moving on..

 

Dh and I are good friends with a couple who are infertile and struggling to adopt. It's hard because they've been married longer then DH and we're already pregnant. Any tips on  I want to talk with the wife but it's hard knowing how to when she struggles seeing other pregnant at times. Any suggestions on how to stay friends?

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Re: Supporting a friend

  • bumpuser794640bumpuser794640 member
    I would invite her out for coffee. Tell her that you want to support her in any way you can. Try not to talk about only your pregnancy or baby when you are together, talk about regular life stuff, do the sorts of activities you have always done together, etc. She may distance herself from you as your pregnancy progresses or she may not. Don't take it personally and allow her some space if she needs it. Finally, sympathize without making her feel pitiable.
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  • veryblessed11veryblessed11
    I'd take PP's advice and invite her out. Let her know that you're there for her and if she needs anything you're the one to go to.
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    imagemarshmallowevening:

    People handle situations differently, so I would just be open and ask what is easiest for her. Personally, I am to a point it would hurt me for friends to not share details of their pregnancy, but in the past it would have be a challenge for them to. 

    That's kind of why i'm staying away at the moment. She's having a really hard time with all of this.  

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