Carly’s mum was excited when she heard the news.
‘My first grandchild!’ she cried. ‘And a summer baby too. You’ll be able to take him or her out and about to the park. It will be wonderful!’
‘Yes, but…’ Carly began.
‘And just think, when you’re heavily pregnant, you’ll be able to put your feet up in the garden and relax. And you can watch Wimbledon on TV. You won’t miss a match… How perfect.’
Carly bit her tongue. Her mum knew just how much she loved actually going to Wimbledon. But she wouldn’t be able to this year, not with the baby due in early August.
Neither would she be able to go to Thailand. Normally she and her partner Max didn’t book holidays much in advance, but this year, the one time they’d planned ahead, the unplanned had happened.
‘We always said we’d have a baby one day,’ Max had said, hugging her. ‘And they say it’s best to have them while you’re young.’
Carly blinked back the tears. She just wasn’t ready. It was all very well for him. His life wouldn’t be that different. He’d carry on in his job. He’d probably even go to Wimbledon.
‘It’s such a big change, you just need to get used to the idea,’ Max smiled.
This story is from the July 05, 2022 edition of WOMAN'S WEEKLY.
Start your 7-day Magzter GOLD free trial to access thousands of curated premium stories, and 8,500+ magazines and newspapers.
Already a subscriber ? Sign In
This story is from the July 05, 2022 edition of WOMAN'S WEEKLY.
Start your 7-day Magzter GOLD free trial to access thousands of curated premium stories, and 8,500+ magazines and newspapers.
Already a subscriber? Sign In
GARDEN notes
Vibrant annuals and fruit and veg
Springtime IN VENICE
A weekend in this floating city is a feast for the senses
Your wellbeing
LATEST HEALTH SOLUTIONS FOR YOUR MIND AND BODY
Breathe EASY
Do you need an air purifier at home? We find out
Stress-free ENTERTAINING
Enjoy a seasonal prep-ahead spread with friends or family
Bonded FOR LIFE
As a new mother faced the most agonising of challenges, her best friend stepped in to hel
The easy way TO EXERCISE AND HEALTH
You don't need a gym to get fit, just mini bursts of activity throughout the day to get you in shape. Here's how
TESTED BY US!
Dry shampoo refreshes hair between washes - and lifts roots and boosts volume. Here are our favourites
'Coronation Street changed my life'
Actor Georgia Taylor on finding fun and lasting friendships on the cobbles
Your wellbeing
LATEST HEALTH SOLUTIONS FOR YOUR MIND AND BODY