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The moment I found out that I was pregnant, I recalled staring at the ceiling for an estimated 10 minutes. I dunno if thoughts rushed on that time frame or I just had a mental block. On a serious note, I did call my family first, knowing that my ex-boyfriend couldn't care less. My mum told me to inform my ex. Then I did. I got surprised that he cared as much as I did. LOL. Right now, we're in good terms, I didn't really believe that lovers could be friends but I admit, our relationship now is far more better now than when we're together.

What did you do when you found out that you're expecting?
I know people respond differently to anything, but what is/are the MOST ADVISABLE thing/s to do then?

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The first thing I did was to call my hubby first and called my OB GYN for a check up and TVS (transvaginal ultrasound) :)

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I'm glad all's well with you and your baby's dad.
The 1st trimester is the most crucial stage so a great support system is very much needed during these times. Family, friends and medical practitioners are mostly the people who will help you big time.

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I agree with you Abana, finding the right people as a support system during a pregnancy, whether a smooth or easy one, is a great way also to avoid post-partum depression.

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I'll throw a P-A-R-T-Y!!!!! :D:D:D

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I totally agree with you Abana. Me and my ex-husband were having an extremely rocky relationship when I found out that I was pregnant with my eldest. It's a blessing that God has given me my family and BFFs as the best support system for me to overcome any stresses and difficulties during pregnancy. Now that my hubby loves his step-son so much, I couldn't imagine how good my support system was in helping me have a positive outlook in life, and then finding the right man for me and my kids.

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Aw, Gaetana, I'm glad that you now have a happy family despite the past difficulties. It's true that there's a sunshine after the rain; there's always happiness after every sorrow...

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Here are the things I did:

Called my mom.
Tweeted the good news.
Posted the good news on my FB wall.
Scheduled an OB GYN appointment.
Prayed, thanking God for the blessing of life and asking for his guidance and protection during my pregnancy and motherhood.

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Oh, how come I forgot about that? LOL!
I so agree with the last one... So thankful indeed. :)

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Oh, how detailed of that! I can't wait to post the actual reaction when that day of ecstasy happens! :)

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You're very right upon saying that. What we are now is based on what we were years ago so I feel very grateful to the people who helped me get up and guided me to move on for my son. That's why we really have to treat people nicely as we never know what kind of pain they're going through. We could break them or inspire them.

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The FIRST thing I did? Hubby and I cried. Mushy, I know, but those were tears of joy. And we can't wait to meet our bundle of joy! :)

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I phoned my hubby and told him the good news right there and then! :)

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Glad that all of us reacted "positively" on that positive sign! :)

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Who woudn't? I mean some of my "single" friends reacted quite negatively when they found out, but the next morning, their outlook in life are all changed - that's when the mother's love sets in.

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Announced to the world that hubby and I are expecting our first child!!! :)

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We'll wait for that Fanny! Fingers crossed you'll brew soon!

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Yes Fanny, don't give up! Do everything you can. One day you'll hit it for sure. :)

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Were you referring to me? LOL. Yeah, I was one of those girls. It took me like a couple of weeks to accept the sad reality. I wasn't ready at all. Eventually, everything was changed. I now love my baby more than anything else in the world!

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I'll guess where you've announced it- Facebook? :p

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That's just wonderful to hear Idalia. Motherhood is very demanding and most of the time exhausting but it's the most fulfilling and most beautiful task given by God. And I know, we're all loving it.

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You're right upon saying that Abana and I'm loving every bit of it.

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Good to hear you're having a good time with regards to motherhood Halia!

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It is indeed a very beautiful task, although it's bloody exhausting, hahaha! :p I don't care if this has started in a way that I wasn't prepared at all. What matters most is how I deal with that challenge and how I better my life to provide the best for Sally Rustica. It's true that what's far more important is how you go on or move on with life and not to get stuck on a mistake you've been in before. Thanks to you Abana and to our Pregnancy Forum friends in here, for being with me- I did it!! :)

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Hands down to this!! Love it Idalia. Glad to hear that you're loving motherhood despite the difficulties. Whatever challenge that may come along your way, be strong like how you did when you were still conceiving.

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Well said Idalia. Doesn't matter how you started but how you finish it is more essential. I like that. I'm also glad that you've found a good bloke who loves you and your baby incredibly!

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Totally proud of you Idalia! You're an inspiration of never giving up despite having a not so good start in mommyhood.

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I guess he's one charming bloke I should say for loving Idalia's child as his own. Knights in shining armour are still existing these days. Idalia's lucky!

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Of course they do!

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You go girl, hands down to what you've said. In my case, I couldn't imagine myself choosing not to be one because of life's difficulties and or some changes in my personal lifestyle. I second Abana, it's very difficult but it's the most rewarding job! Hugs!

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Yep, they still exist. Though some have have lapses, LOL!

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So true! Lapses is the word. LOL! :D

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We all have a fair share of our lapses dear... I am guilty of it.

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Oh, "knight in shining armour"... so relatable.. hope everything will last. :cool: