Are you unsure what to say to your friend experiencing an unexpected pregnancy? Your genuine interest in how to support your friend shows that you truly care.
While every woman’s reaction to an unexpected pregnancy is unique, we want to share some simple ways to support your friend during this challenging time. She will be thankful for your support.
Be a Safe Space
Having a close friend during a major life change like pregnancy can be comforting and a breath of fresh air. Your friend may lean on you right now, especially if she and her partner are not on good terms. It’s important to be available to her.
Create a safe space for your friend to talk through her emotions and questions by simply listening and offering her your time. You don’t have to have all the answers to her questions, but your encouragement along the way will mean the world to her.
Acts of Love & Support
There are some extra ways to show your love and support for your friend as she navigates an unexpected pregnancy. Here are some simple ways to show her you care:
- Bring your friend her favorite snack and have a movie night
- Make your friend a homemade meal or dessert
- Bring her flowers
- Pick up her groceries/essentials for her
- Spend quality time with her or do her favorite hobby
Encourage Her to Get Answers
Your friend will want to go about pregnancy confirmation to confirm her pregnancy details. Encourage your friend to confirm her pregnancy through an ultrasound so she can determine her pregnancy health and her options.
She can schedule a free and confidential pregnancy appointment at Pathway to Hope to begin the process. We will sit down with her in a free consultation to confirm her pregnancy details, options, and free resources and programs.
Call us at (513) 895-2229 today to get started.
