My Best Friend is Pregnant. How Can I Help Her?
Your phone lights up with a text from your best friend. She tells you she’s pregnant and your jaw hits the floor. What do you do?!
You want to want to help her, but you may not know how. Take a deep breath—you’re not alone. Here are some tips to help you help her.
Just Listen
Sometimes, it helps just to listen to someone as they process their thoughts. Give her space to express her feelings and make her feel heard. Remind her that you love her and that you’re there to listen and help in any way you can.
Encourage Her to Receive an Ultrasound
She’s probably already taken a pregnancy test at home, but it’s wise to get a second opinion.
Encourage her to take a pregnancy test and receive an ultrasound at Pregnancy Help Center of Fort Worth. If her pregnancy test results are positive, she may qualify to receive a free ultrasound.
The ultrasound will determine how far along she is and whether she’s at risk for a miscarriage or ectopic pregnancy. This will help her make a fully informed decision.
Be There For Her
Here’s how you can show up for your best friend in practical ways:
- Offer to go to appointments with her if she’s nervous.
- Encourage her to consider all of her pregnancy options, so she can make the best decision for her future.
- Encourage her to reach out to people she trusts for advice, so she can build her support system.
Above all, stay by her side. An unplanned pregnancy can feel lonely and overwhelming—let her know that you’re there for her, no matter what decision she makes.
Have More Questions? Contact Pregnancy Help Center of Fort Worth.
We get it. You want to help your best friend in any way you can. Pregnancy Help Center of Fort Worth offers free pregnancy tests, ultrasounds, and a safe place for her to ask questions and get answers.
Give us a call at 817-560-2226 or schedule an appointment online today. All services are confidential and free of charge!
