We have recently told our kids that we are expecting a baby in September, while I didn't believe they'd be over excited I didn't expect to be ignored by our youngest who is 5. The older step child is 13 and first reaction was "I'm not sharing my room" (it's not going to happen anyway we've already said it) and didn't believe it was happening and kept quiet for the rest if the night. I put our youngest to bed and she told me they're not happy :-( I know there will be different feelings for them as they've been the baby for so long.
The thing is, while we know it's our fault it's happened, it's taking ALOT to be excited ourselves. We figured once we started putting it out there we'd feel better about it -and were until the kids were told now I just can't stop crying and feeling like we've let everyone and ourselves down!
Feel like I'm spiralling and don't want to face the inlaws now cause I have a feeling they're going to have the same reaction as the kids. I know a baby isn't the end of the world, it's a beautiful time and hope to enjoy it very soon
Surely there's light at the end of the tunnel.... Please let there be!
Pregnancy Woes
Pregnancy Woes
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You are judging people's reactions based on those of Children!
Since when were children the gold standard of how to react to a situation? Seriously, 5 year olds still tantrum over getting the wrong coloured cup, and 13 year olds are the epitome of self centered, self absorbed. When did kids get a vote in what you do with your life??? You aren't abusing them, just having a baby!
Time to shake yourselves up and tell your family and friends, who I assume are adults who know how to at least be polite!
Agree with the other poster. How do these kids think they got into the world?! :) Take yourself and hubby out for a romantic dinner and congratulate yourselves for your amazing achievement. Babies are born to be adored and I'm sure once everyone takes a peek at the newborn their hearts will melt. Congratulations on your fantastic news!