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“Mom Is Crying, His Family Is Clapping”: Woman Walks Out Of Her Own B-Day After Fiancé’s Toast
For many people, finding out they’re expecting is one of the happiest moments of their lives. And the excitement only grows when they get to share the news with family and friends. Some even go the extra mile, coming up with fun and creative ways to make the big reveal unforgettable.
But while pregnancy announcements are usually filled with joy and happy tears, one woman found herself in a completely unexpected situation. She shared how she walked out of her own birthday dinner after her fiancé made a shocking announcement that she was pregnant, except she wasn’t. Keep reading to find out how this awkward and unbelievable moment unfolded!
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A woman shared her shock when her fiancé announced they were expecting at her birthday dinner despite the fact that she wasn’t actually pregnant
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When couples announce their pregnancy, family and friends are usually just as excited as they are
There are some moments in life that you can’t help but imagine ahead of time. Maybe while in college, you pictured yourself giving a graduation speech in front of your classmates. Or at work, you’ve mentally rehearsed a thank-you speech for when you finally complete that big project. We all do it—it’s a mix of excitement, optimism, and just a little bit of wishful thinking.
But usually, these things stay in our heads until they actually happen. Especially when it comes to major life events, like a pregnancy announcement. Most couples wait until they know for sure before they start planning how to share the news. It’s a big deal, and they want the moment to be just right—something meaningful, personal, and exciting for their loved ones.
In a blog post for Happiest Baby, Jenny Studenroth Gerson, an Atlanta-based lifestyle journalist and novelist, shares that one of the easiest ways to make a pregnancy announcement is by simply snapping a picture of the positive test and pairing it with a sweet caption. With just a little creativity, a heartfelt message, and maybe some fun props, couples can make the announcement feel special while keeping it simple.
Expecting parents often look for fun and creative ways to share their big news with loved ones
Mustela, in their blog, discusses the different ways people choose to announce pregnancies, whether through mailed birth announcements, social media posts, or even personal emails. “It’s entirely up to you—there’s no right or wrong way to do it,” they point out. Digital announcements have their benefits, like reaching family and friends instantly, but some still prefer the classic, sentimental touch of a handwritten card.
For those looking for creative ways to break the news, there are plenty of fun ideas. Some parents-to-be set up a flat lay of essential baby products for a cute photo reveal. Others choose a more personal approach, handing out special cards to loved ones based on their new titles—for example, a card for an expecting aunt that simply says “Auntie-to-be!” Some even get their pets involved, dressing them up in little signs that say “Big Brother” or “Big Sister” to spill the news in the most adorable way.
Couples also love playing around with seasonal or personalized themes. A summer pregnancy announcement might include tiny baby sunglasses and beach gear, while a winter one could feature a baby onesie with “Coming This Christmas” written on it. Some even go all out with themed photo shoots, complete with props and coordinated outfits, to make the moment extra memorable.
But in this particular case, the fiancé wasn’t announcing something real—he was manifesting it. While positive thinking is great, making a surprise announcement at someone else’s birthday dinner without their knowledge? That might be stretching it a bit. What do you think? Was this just an innocent mistake, or was it completely out of place?
People online showed immense support for the woman, questioning her fiancé’s actions
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FreeTheUnicorn 8 months ago
He wasn't psychotic and confused, he was just lying to manipulate his fiancée into getting pregnant immediate so she won't have to explain it wasn't true. Once everyone has congratulated you, it's harder to say actually no baby . This isn't because of the bipolar, this is just him being manipulative AH and trying to get what he wants through charm and pretending objections aren't there. It's worse that he blamed his illness.
Powerful Katrinka 8 months ago
My ex-husband did this to me twice, and he doesn’t have bipolar disorder. He was just being an insecure a**hole.
Skogsrået 8 months ago
If he is bipolar then he might be having a manic episode, he might be off his meds and needs help. Should get psychiatric help at once and maybe even submit to a psych ward until he "comes down" again, they might want to look into his medication too. This is pretty common and we get bipolar patients all the time were i work, usually manic and or off their meds. Bipolar people can't control themselves when manic or off their meds, pls don't judge them if you don't know or work with psych health.
Secret Squirrel 8 months ago
Partners know it's a manic episode before the person with bipolar (I know from personal experience but also lots of conferences - ISBD and others where this has been confirmed) but she seems clear he's not psychotic or delusional. Even if manic or hypomanic, he clearly knew it was a lie, and hoped she'd just go along with it. That has nothing to do with being bipolar. That was all down to choice. If he is odd his meds or taking half doses etc, and she can't tell, they aren't ready to be married. If he were delusional or psychotic, it wouldn't be his fault, but he there's no indication of that. Just like you shouldn't just someone for a medical condition, you can't attribute unrelated bad actions to the illness.
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Denise Robertson 8 months ago
Being bipolar Dr does not excuse this behavior. Go along with it ectectra oh he'll no. Run this is unacceptable.
Astrid 8 months ago
Stephen Fry is bi polar. We wouldn't have his glorious works if he was never born. Illness does not have to define us.
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FreeTheUnicorn 8 months ago
He wasn't psychotic and confused, he was just lying to manipulate his fiancée into getting pregnant immediate so she won't have to explain it wasn't true. Once everyone has congratulated you, it's harder to say actually no baby . This isn't because of the bipolar, this is just him being manipulative AH and trying to get what he wants through charm and pretending objections aren't there. It's worse that he blamed his illness.
Powerful Katrinka 8 months ago
My ex-husband did this to me twice, and he doesn’t have bipolar disorder. He was just being an insecure a**hole.
Skogsrået 8 months ago
If he is bipolar then he might be having a manic episode, he might be off his meds and needs help. Should get psychiatric help at once and maybe even submit to a psych ward until he "comes down" again, they might want to look into his medication too. This is pretty common and we get bipolar patients all the time were i work, usually manic and or off their meds. Bipolar people can't control themselves when manic or off their meds, pls don't judge them if you don't know or work with psych health.
Secret Squirrel 8 months ago
Partners know it's a manic episode before the person with bipolar (I know from personal experience but also lots of conferences - ISBD and others where this has been confirmed) but she seems clear he's not psychotic or delusional. Even if manic or hypomanic, he clearly knew it was a lie, and hoped she'd just go along with it. That has nothing to do with being bipolar. That was all down to choice. If he is odd his meds or taking half doses etc, and she can't tell, they aren't ready to be married. If he were delusional or psychotic, it wouldn't be his fault, but he there's no indication of that. Just like you shouldn't just someone for a medical condition, you can't attribute unrelated bad actions to the illness.
Load More Replies... Denise Robertson 8 months ago
Being bipolar Dr does not excuse this behavior. Go along with it ectectra oh he'll no. Run this is unacceptable.
Astrid 8 months ago
Stephen Fry is bi polar. We wouldn't have his glorious works if he was never born. Illness does not have to define us.
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