An unexpected pregnancy is stressful enough without the added pressure from your partner to make one decision over another. No one can legally force you to make a choice you do not want to make. Many women have said they chose an abortion they did not want because they were being forced or manipulated by someone else.
How you handle your unexpected pregnancy is your decision and yours alone. Get the facts about abortion procedures, possible side effects, and the physical and emotional risks. You have the power to choose.
You Have Three Options for Your Pregnancy
Abortion is not your only option. No matter what others say, you do have a choice. Let’s take a closer look.
Choosing to Parent
Successful parenting is possible with determination and help, even if you are single. Parenthood is challenging but also very rewarding.
At Women’s Hope Medical Clinic, we help you evaluate your situation and see where you need added resources and support. There are many things to consider, like housing, education, financial support, and medical care.
In addition, we offer referrals to many community services that assist single mothers. Our male advocates can also speak with your partner about the benefits of co-parenting.
Placing Your Child for Adoption
Some women can’t imagine placing a child for adoption, but that is because many myths and misunderstandings surround this option. If parenting is out of the question and you do not want an abortion, choosing adoption can be an excellent alternative.
Here are some of the benefits:
- It costs you nothing to place a child for adoption.
- You can choose the potential adoptive couple.
- You can build an ongoing relationship with your child and their adoptive family.
- All of your medical and legal expenses are covered.
- You make a plan for your child’s future.
- You are free to change your mind at any time up until you sign legal papers.
There is no doubt that making an adoption plan is emotionally challenging. Still, when you work with a reputable, licensed adoption agency, proper counseling is available throughout the process and beyond.
Getting an Abortion
Does your partner think an abortion makes the “problem” go away? Abortion is a major medical decision with the possibility of physical and emotional consequences. Knowing what to expect is vital.
If you’re considering using abortion drugs (the abortion pill method), be aware of the potential side effects and risks. The FDA approves this method through 10 weeks of pregnancy only. Are you positive you know how far along you are in your pregnancy?
Some women also struggle emotionally after an abortion. Make sure you understand how abortion could affect you mentally, too.
Although we do not perform or refer for abortion, we can give you factual, medically based information about the various abortion procedures, the side effects to expect, and the potential physical and emotional risks. We’ll be happy to talk to your partner as well.
Get the Help You Need From Women’s Hope
Come to Women’s Hope Medical Clinic for free and confidential pregnancy services, like pregnancy testing, a limited ultrasound, and STI testing with a confirmed pregnancy test..
We promise that if you decide to carry your child to full term, we will help you. Whether you choose parenting or placing your child for adoption, our team will be there for you.
Schedule a free and confidential appointment to discuss your situation and determine what you really want to do. Talk with someone you can trust. Contact us today.
All abortion information sourced in this blog is based on accurate information at the time of writing.