what to say to your pregnant best friend?
319699
["Instead of telling her she's looking 'huge' or 'big' try complimenting her bump when you see her!", "Stop freaking her out about inductions and let her know her baby knows what it's doing and will more than likely come when it's ready.", 'Give her some positive encouragement!']
1460213
Come rain or the sunshine, you will always be my best friend forever. I love you, bestie. Hello my sweetest friend, I want you to know that I'm blessed to have a great friend like you. Your friendship is invaluable to place a price tag on, and it's more precious than the finest gold and silver in the entire universe.
565149
['Be calm and confident.', 'Know what to expect physically and emotionally during labor and delivery.', 'Ask questions if you are uncertain about anything.', 'Be positive, supportive and encouraging.', 'Help her to stay focused during relaxation, breathing and pushing.']
772094
['I want to help you. What night can I drop a dinner off for you?', "I can't imagine how you must feel. I'm always here to talk if you need me.", "You're handling this with so much courage and strength. ... ", "I'm thinking of you.", 'I know someone whose child also has/had cancer.']
608816
['Be Patient. Pregnant women go through a lot both physically and emotionally. ... ', "Don't React, Just Listen. ... ", 'Satisfy Her Cravings. ... ', 'Read Lots Of Books And Blogs. ... ', 'Take Holidays Together. ... ', 'Compliment Her Regularly. ... ', 'Go To Every Appointment. ... ', 'Put Your Social Life On Hold.']
300805
['Listen…and talk. Pregnancy and childbirth can be a lot to handle — especially for first-timers. ... ', "Pitch in. She's not only dog-tired these days, she's emotionally vulnerable, too. ... ", 'Get packing. ... ', 'Make your contact list and choose a wingman.']
399200
['“Can I bring you a meal?” ... ', '“I know how much you loved this baby. ... ', '“Remember to be kind to yourself. ... ', '“Our entire family grieves with you.” ... ', '“You and _______ are in my heart.” ... ', "“I love you, and I'm so sorry you are going through this pain.”"]
899241
['How can I help? This is a good first question to try, but delivery is important. ... ', 'Do you want a hug, or do you want space? ... ', 'Do you want to talk, or do you want to be left alone? ... ', 'Do you want to go for a walk? ... ', 'What I just heard you say is ____. ... ', 'What are you feeling?']
959340
["“I don't know exactly what to say, but please know how much I care.”", '“What can I do for you?”', "“I'm always here if you ever want to talk.”", "“I'm so sorry this happened to you.”", 'Use humor, but only if you know it will be received positively. ... ', 'No words, just listen.']
36990
['“So happy for you two! ... ', '“Ahhh! ... ', '“You two deserve every bit of happiness this baby is going to bring you.”', '“So many happy and wonder-filled times ahead for you… ... ', '“Warmest congratulations on the birth of your sweet baby girl!”', '“Love just got real. ... ', '“Welcome to the world, little one!']
566874
['#1: Today is the start of something beautiful. ... ', '#2: Dear best friend, I wish you the happiest and most fulfilling birthday yet. ... ', '#3: Cheers to many more years of laughter, love, and friendship. ... ', '#4: You have finally turned over a new start.']
1016350
['“How do you always seem to know when I need to hear that? ... ', '“Back at you! ... ', "“Don't worry about me. ... ", '“Thank you. ... ', '“I am so glad I have friends like you.” ... ', '“I was just thinking of you, too! ... ', '“That makes two of us.” ... ', "“I don't know how, but you always know what to say and when to say it."]
1308067
['A good friend:', "Listen to them. Try to understand a situation from your friend's point of view. ... ", 'Get the facts. ... ', 'Ask them what they need. ... ', 'Get physical. ... ', 'Keep in touch. ... ', 'Tell them how you feel. ... ', 'Be willing to make a tough call.']
233860
["“Let's grab a bite.” ... ", "“Tomorrow's a new day.” ... ", '“That stinks!” ... ', "“I think you're amazing.” ... ", '“What can we do that will cheer you up?” ... ', 'Just listen. ... ', "“Let's have some hot cocoa.” ... ", "“I'm going to make your favorite dinner.”"]
103588
["All good things must come to an end, but here's what I want you to know. ... ", "I'm sorry I hurt you. ... ", 'I cherish our time together. ... ', "I hope you've found an amazing BFF. ... ", "I don't regret it. ... ", 'You helped make me the woman I am.']
19997
["“I'm here for you.”", '“You are in my thoughts and prayers.”', '“This stinks.”', '“Let me help you with…”', 'Tell a joke.', '“You are not alone.”', "“Any time you need to talk, I'll listen.”", '“What day works for a visit?”']
374427
['How do prescription and over-the-counter medications affect my pregnancy? ... ', 'Is there anything off-limits in the sex department? ... ', 'Should I get genetic testing? ... ', 'Is it okay to exercise? ... ', 'How does stress affect my pregnancy? ... ', 'Do I have to cut out coffee? ... ', 'When should I call the doctor?']