Hello and welcome to PH, Kat! Yeah, sounds like you have a tough problem there and I can understand why you'd be apprehensive. How are you handling your first baby? Are you out on your own and taking care of him yourself or are you living at home with help from mom? If you are at home, does this mean you will need more of her help with raising your children?

To be honest, I don't think there's gonna be an easy way but just to do it. She may be upset at first, but like with your son, she will get used to the idea, eventually. I think the best approach would be a humble one and perhaps one with a plan. Let her know you have been thinking about practical things like how you are going to feed, clothe and provide for your children. Is the father helping out? Can you work an extra job to help support them? Sometimes just knowing that you have been researching these things can help a parent to see that you've matured.

Good luck and please let us know how it goes!! Also be sure to join the expecting board of your choice below.