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I am pregnant for the first time and having a difficult time telling my husband, to the point i've been having anxiety attacks. is this normal?

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Dr. Alan Ali answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Pregnant: Yes. Besides, if that news does not make him happy, I am not sure what does?. Also, avoidance makes anxiety worse.

Answered 4/29/2015

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