Listen up, everyone! I’m only going to say this ONCE: YOU SHOULD NEVER ASK A WOMAN IF SHE IS EXPECTING. Seriously. Just don’t do it. It’s none of your business—NOT. AT. ALL.
Let’s Have Some Fun with the “SHOULD I ASK IF A WOMAN IS EXPECTING?” Quiz
- If you run into a woman at a bus stop whom you haven’t seen for months, do you inquire about her pregnancy status? Absolutely NOT.
- You spot a woman in the grocery store who appears to have a baby bump. Should you make a comment? Oh, heck no! That would be RUDE. Remember, she’s a STRANGER.
- True or False: Women enjoy being asked if they are having a baby. (If you answered TRUE, you might want to reconsider your life choices.)
- Picture this: a woman, clearly pregnant, is waddling through the mall, rubbing her belly and sighing about needing to use the restroom every few minutes. Do you:
- A. Ask when her baby is due?
- B. Tell her motherhood will be a thrilling adventure?
- C. Reach out to touch her belly and reminisce about your own pregnancy?
- D. Walk by in silence and head to the nearest store to buy a pot to bonk someone who dares to ask her if she’s expecting? (I hope you chose D.)
- If you’re on a Labor and Delivery floor and a woman is in labor, would you ask if the baby is on the way? No way, my friend! Instead, get her some ice chips—STAT! (Okay, that last one was a trick question!)
It doesn’t matter who you are or how well-intentioned you think you are; it’s NEVER appropriate to comment on a woman’s pregnancy status. What frustrates me most is that some people genuinely believe it’s acceptable to ask such intrusive questions. It’s as if they’ve never been taught that if you have to ask, it’s probably best left unsaid.
Moreover, there is no equivalent question directed at men. Nobody asks a man if he’s lost his hair or how many donuts he eats in a day, and yet somehow, it’s socially acceptable to pry into a woman’s body. The next time a man asks me if I’m ready to have another baby, I might just respond with, “So, did you lose a testicle?” while glancing at his pants.
To all the inquisitive souls out there, I urge you to THINK before you speak. Your curiosity does not excuse a breach of basic etiquette. I won’t pry into your personal life, so please keep your comments about my body to yourself.
And just to clarify: No, it’s NOT that time of the month; my children are NOT adopted; and yes, they are all mine.
Now that we’re on the same page, it’s time to respect boundaries and keep our questions in check.
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Summary
Asking a woman if she is pregnant is completely inappropriate and should never be done. This article emphasizes the need for sensitivity and respect regarding personal questions about pregnancy, highlighting the lack of equivalent intrusive questions directed toward men. It encourages everyone to think before speaking and maintain proper boundaries.