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How can I deal with a death in the family while pregnant?

I'm only 7 weeks and last night my FIL who's only in his early 50's had a major heart attack and didn't make it.

We have only gotten a few broken hours of sleep and most was on planes heading from NY to TN.

I'm glad we were able to tell him about his son's first child before all of this, but much of the family still doesn't know.

I don't know how to handle myself, be there for my husband and in-laws, and not make it too much about me.

Please help, any advice is welcome.

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  • 10 years ago
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    Grieving while pregnant is no different than if you weren't pregnant. You're only 7 weeks so for the most part you should be fine I mean, people aren't going to be rubbing your belly a lot yet, if you get some morning sickness then just be discreet and try not to mention it to anyone but your husband. However, the prospect of a new life may help ease the pain of losing you father-in-law. I'm sorry for your loss. My heart goes out to you, your husband, and the family.

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