The Best Places to Cry at a Baby Shower After You Find Out You Can’t Conceive

A infertile woman's guide to not letting her feelings ruin her friend’s good news

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If you have walked through the valley of pastel streamers and baby-themed games while you hear your doctor’s words on repeat in your head, “I’m sorry, you won’t be able to have a baby of your own,” then you know it can be difficult to keep your emotions in check. It’s hard when you’re happy for your friend, while grieving for the child you might never have. Clutching a onesie like a tissue, here’s your dependable guide to the best places go when you really need to cry privately at a baby shower.

• Out Front In Your Car
  Arrive 15 minutes early to cry in your car. Then, stay 15 minutes after to really bawl it out. This will also limit the amount of actual time spent at the joyous occasion. Bring back a candle from Target though, it will distract them from any eye redness.
• The Bathroom
  It's a classic choice. Lock the door, sob into a hand towel, and emerge fresh-faced. Make sure you clean up, you don’t want mascara streaks that scream, "My uterus is an empty shrine."
• By the Gift Table
  Nothing says subtle agony like dabbing your eyes while ooh-ing over a tushy wipe warmer. The key is to not reveal your…