A young man has been left devastated after discovering that his girlfriend faked an entire pregnancy for 42 weeks, culminating in a lavish baby shower attended by family and friends.
According to reports circulating on social media, the woman went to great lengths to make the pregnancy appear real, even posing for maternity photos and accepting gifts from loved ones.
The shocking revelation came when, months after the supposed due date, there was still no baby in sight.
Family members were left stunned, with many calling it one of the most elaborate relationship deceptions ever seen online.
Social media erupts with reactions
The story quickly went viral, drawing thousands of comments from amused and sympathetic users alike.
One user wrote, “She had a food baby… hopefully they donated the gifts to women with real babies in need.” Another joked, “He really waited out a full fiscal year.”
Others were in disbelief that the man never suspected anything, saying, “Didn’t he go for an ultrasound?” and “Bruh, if it’s been 42 weeks, you ain’t gone to a single appointment.”
The online reactions ranged from humour to concern, highlighting how easily emotional manipulation can go unnoticed in relationships.
A cautionary tale on trust
Many commenters described the incident as a painful reminder of how fragile trust can be in modern relationships.
Some suggested that the woman’s motive could have been financial or emotional, pointing to cases of individuals faking pregnancies to gain sympathy or support.
Others called for empathy, noting that such behaviour may stem from deeper psychological issues.
Whatever the reason, the bizarre story has sparked renewed discussions about honesty, accountability, and emotional awareness between partners.
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A man is heartbroken after learning his girlfriend faked her entire pregnancy, they even threw a baby shower with family and friends, but 42 weeks later, there’s still no baby 👀🤦♂️😔
pic.twitter.com/8HFvur19a2— Daily Loud (@DailyLoud) October 20, 2025