CircleBumpCheckedFilledMedicalBookmarkBookmarkTickBookmarkAddCheckBoxCheckBoxFilled

Q&A: Talking to My Partner About Getting Pregnant?

I'm ready to start TTC, but I haven't talked about it with my partner yet. How can I get the conversation started?
save article
profile picture of The Bump Editors
Updated March 2, 2017
Hero Image

Ah, The Conversation. Try one of these subtle ways to start up the discussion

When: After you’ve seen other people’s kids, when your mate has spent some time with them (particularly if he’s good with children.)
Say:“Where’d you learn those baby skills? I didn’t know you were such a natural with kids!”
Follow-up:“Are you looking forward to starting our own family, or do you think we should wait a while?”

When: There’s a baby reference on TV. Don’t wait for chance — sit down with your husband when you know there’s a show with a pregnant woman or a functional family with lots of kids.
Say:“Wow, that pregnant woman looks incredible. Wonder what it’ll be like for us… just as amazing, I hope.”
Follow-up:“So… when were you thinking about starting to try for kids?”

When: Your spouse makes a negative comment about particular children.
Say:“Yeah, those kids are real brats… we’ll have to make sure ours don’t turn out like that.”
Follow-up:“Speaking of which, I’d like to start thinking about kids. Starting a familyis a major commitment, though — what’s your feeling? You can be honest.”

save article
ADVERTISEMENT

Next on Your Reading List

Advertisement
pregnant woman embracing her partner
8 Conversations You Need to Have Before You Have Kids
By Anna Davies
young pregnant couple hugging at home
8 Romantic Ideas for Date Night Before Baby Arrives
By Nehal Aggarwal
Q&A: Husband Doesn't Like Pregnancy Belly?
Q&A: Husband Doesn't Like Pregnancy Belly?
By Dr. Pam Spurr
ADVERTISEMENT
bindi irwin and husband expecting a baby
Pregnant Bindi Irwin Shares Pregnancy Update and Sonogram Picture
By Nehal Aggarwal
new dad holding his newborn baby close
Study Shows Which Expectant Dads May Adjust Easier to Fatherhood
By Nehal Aggarwal
lit candles as tribute to lives lost
BabyNames.Com Posts Powerful Image to Support Black Lives Matter
By Nehal Aggarwal
film stills from ferris bueller's day off and the goonies
These Are the Best Feel Good Movies of All Time, Streaming Service Says
By Nehal Aggarwal
ADVERTISEMENT
mom's face being hidden by her baby that she's carrying
How to Prepare for the Invisible Business of Being a Mom
By Leslie Bruce
actress shay mitchell has her boyfriend wear pregnancy suit
Mom-to-Be Shay Mitchell Makes Boyfriend Wear Pregnancy Suit to Relate
By Laurie Ulster
How to Prepare Your Relationship for Baby
How to Prepare Your Relationship for Baby
By Christin Perry
ADVERTISEMENT
pregnant couples looking into distant unhappy
6 Common Fights Expectant Couples Have (and How to Solve Them)
By Shannon Guyton
When Baby Makes Three: 11 Smart Tips for Parents-to-Be
When Baby Makes Three: 11 Smart Tips for Parents-to-Be
By Cari Wira Dineen
contemplative couple embraces in beautiful outdoor scenery
How a Couple’s Marriage Survived Their Son’s Unexpected Diagnosis
By Nicole Hannel
ADVERTISEMENT
megan markle and prince harry, harry gives up alcohol during megan's pregnancy
Prince Harry Has Reportedly Given Up His Guilty Pleasures While Meghan Markle Is Pregnant
By Stephanie Grassullo
affectionate pregnant couple outside
A Dad-to-Be’s Guide To Having a Baby
By Daddy Nickell
meghan markle ex-husband trevor engelson red carpet event Anti-Defamation League Entertainment Industry Awards Dinner
Meghan Markle Made Her Ex-Husband Sign a Pregnancy Contract, According to Sources
By Stephanie Grassullo
Chrissy Teigen
Dad Goals: John Legend Helps Chrissy Teigen With Pregnancy Problems in the Best Way
By Sarah Hooper
ADVERTISEMENT
dad on phone while holding newborn
A Breastfeeding App for Dads?
By Anisa Arsenault
beautifully wrapped presents
5 Hints Every Dad-to-Be Needs Before Buying a Push Present
By Mike Johnson
men celebrating man shower party
What's the Deal With 'Dadchelor' Parties?
By Lissa Harnish Poirot
ADVERTISEMENT
Article removed.
Article removed.
Name added. View Your List