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Honest question, no judgment

Are there any moms-to-be here who don’t feel like doing the whole social media announcement, photoshoot, etc.? Don’t get me wrong, I’m absolutely ecstatic to be pregnant. It’s just that this journey has been really tough for us, especially after going through IVF for a while. I also feel like its specifically curated for socials and invites ppl to get involved in your journey and then they feel the need to bring in their 2cents. Lol. Plus, having dealt with infertility, I’ve been on the other side of those posts, and I’m not sure how I feel about them. I don’t mean to offend anyone—if this is something you want to do, I totally get it! But maybe I’m missing something…thoughts?

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I'm in the same boat, I've had four losses and want to hold on to this precious moment so tightly that I don't want to share it with anyone. What I am now noticing is that other people might share it even though I don't particularly care to and unfortunately social media is ridiculously prevalent. So do I let them break the news before I do or do I want to control the narrative? I think at this point I'm pushing it out until I know someone will accidentally say something, no big flashy post or announcement, just a subtle photo. Ultimately, do what makes you feel most comfortable and realize that a lot of times people want to support you in your journey, especially past close friends that you maybe haven't talked to in awhile. They may even appreciate hearing your story and journey to know they're not alone

I don’t plan to post that I’m pregnant. I told all my friends and loved ones personally.

Not doing any of it and thinking about excluding this baby from social media altogether. If you don’t talk to me irl why do you need to know? People I went to school with 10 years ago don’t need to know. Idk

Here, here! This is my second pregnancy and we did not do social media announcements for either baby! If you were in our life and we talked I let you know. If we didn't talk for 9 months you found out about baby after baby was born.

Oh good, glad to know I’m not the only one! Sometimes I feel like I’m being guilt-tripped for not wanting to do endless photo ops—like, sorry, I’m fresh out of enthusiasm (and cash). The marketing machine behind all this is absolutely wild and expensive AF… IVF already took all my monies, thanks very much!🤣 And Seens, I’m right there with you on keeping the baby out of the spotlight as much as possible. Let them enjoy their mystery era! Catch us irl at the park. 🥰

With my first, we didn't post about it until I was 8 months pregnant. I was able to get a cute picture of myself at that time that I felt excited to share. I haven't posted yet about this baby either. It's more fun to tell people in person as you see them. And if you never see them, then why do they even need to know?

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