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Re: Best friend is pregnant and alone - November 17th 2009, 06:58 AM

I think Amy's advice is the best there is to give. For your friend, let her know that you'll support her whatever she chooses, and that you'd happy to help her make the decision if she asks (by, for example, going to the doctor with her).

As for the guy, obviously it's your call and this is only one incident, but I wouldn't really want to be friends with someone that selfish. Maybe he's really just handling this badly and he's overall a nice person, or maybe these are his true colours. It's hard enough to tell in person, so I'm afraid we're not likely to be much help there. Try not to burn any bridges too fast, and exercise your judgment as best you can.

My best wishes to your friend, and do suggest that she can come here if she wants advice or support of any kind.


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