A little bummed, I could use some congratulations from my BYC family!

[yomama]

Congratulations!! First of all, the only people who's feelings truly matter in this case is yours and your wife's.

That being said, it is nice to have the support of your family. I agree that maybe since you weren't actually "trying" yet, your family members were just surprised. Maybe they were concerned about your wife's medical condition in regards to getting pregnant that you said she had. Not sure. My family was surprised by my first pregnancy, since I never even cared for kids, lol! My dad was a little taken aback, and said " I'm too young to be a grandfather!" Guess who spoils my girls the most? I wouldn't worry about it too much just yet. I think once the news sets in, they will come around. When baby is born, you'll see big tough guys melt. My husband's side is baby crazy, so the news of a baby was absolutely thrilling to them. My family, on the other hand, was a little different. Not that they weren't happy for us, they are just not baby people. All the relatives adore my girls, though, and treat them great. Don't let family bring you down during this exciting life changing time. Enjoy it, and be sure to spoil your wife!!!

 

[Symphony]

Congrats!!!!!!!

 

[Orpingtons4U]

Congrats!!! Im excited for you both! My first is due May 9th and she was un planned and I was on birth control to but my family was a bit happier than yours. Im sure you will get all the support you need here on BYC.

Yay yours is due on my birthday

 

[Orpingtons4U]

We found out the other day we are going to be parents! We are completely excited about it, even though it is totally unexpected. We were planning to start having kids in a year or two, but we are absolutely thrilled with having one sooner. My wife has some medical problems that may prevent her from getting pregnant and we were totally shocked, especially being on BC. We are so blessed that God gave us the chance so unexpectedly!

So today I called and told my family, and I got a surprising reaction. None of them seemed thrilled. Only person that sent their prayers and congratulated us was my sister-in-law. Rest of the conversations were awkward silences and they didn't say much. It kind of hurt me and it makes me wonder why this is the case. We are both married for two years and been together for six years, she is 24 and i am 29. we have a wonderful marriage and we are best friends. i just dont know....so little words of encouragement and congratulating from my BYC would totally uplift me!

Congrats

 

[chloezoebob101]

CONGRATS!! I AM SO EXCITED FOR YOU!!!

 

[EweSheep]

Congratulations and don't worry about your relatives....they will digest the news and before you know it, they will come around. If not, their loss!

 

[TriciaHowe]

What a wonderful surprise!! Congratulations to the both of you and hope you have a very healthy and happy 9 months!!

 

[Baymule]

What a blessing! I am happy for you and your wife. Don't worry about your family, they don't live in your house, they don't pay your bills, but I bet they will get excited as the months grow short. It will all come out right and everybody will adore your little one.

 

[echoday]

I've been there three times and it's difficult and heartbreaking to get that reaction.

Good luck to you two! Best wishes for a healthy, safe pregnancy! Congratulations on your impending parenthood!

 

[Leavingegypt]

YAY she's gone broody Maybe your family is just concerned for your wife with her health issues~ don't dwell on it. Delight in this time the awesome blessing you have been given.