Parenting
You think you may be pregnant and you are wondering if parenting is the path for you to take. The miracle of life, a tiny human being may be growing within you. Being a parent is exciting and challenging.
You probably have lots of questions! We’ve talked to hundreds of clients who are concerned about things like this:
- My husband or boyfriend doesn’t want the baby but I do
- (For Guys) My girlfriend doesn’t want the baby but I do
- I can’t tell my family
- How will I finish school?
- How will I continue working?
- Where will I live?
- I don’t have medical insurance
- I can’t afford a child
- I’m too young
We can talk about all these issues with you so you can decide if parenting is right for you. There are many resources we can help you with to answer these questions for yourself.
Adoption
Adoption is a loving choice for a woman who finds herself in an unplanned pregnancy. You have lots of choices with adoption. Will it be open or closed? Will it be private or will you use an agency? You are in the drivers seat when making an adoption plan and there are lots of things to consider if you:
We can help you understand your options with adoption. We have couples waiting to adopt that you can look through at the center.
- Your not ready to be a parent
- Want to provide your child with a 2-parent family
- Want to provide your child emotional and financial stability.
We can help you understand your options with adoption. We have couples waiting to adopt that you can look through at the center.
Abortion
Abortion may seem like your only choice… the easy way out. It’s hard to think clearly when you are feeling confused, stressed or anxious. Sometimes women feel if they quickly have an abortion, no one will have to know they are pregnant. It’s tough to imagine the future and the impact this one decision will have on your life. Perhaps the truth is that it’s not the baby that is unwanted, but the timing. Will ending the life of your child be a decision you can live with for the rest of your life?
You have some very important decisions to make. Despite the pressure to do something quickly, take time to think this through and investigate all your options. No choice that you make will be an easy one. It’s important to know about abortion procedures and the risks involved. You are worth the time it takes to make a decision that is best for you… and your baby. You deserve to know the truth.
Make an informed choice
If you’re thinking about finding an abortion clinic, it is important to remember that abortion is a medical procedure. What type will you have? What are the risks? Real empowerment comes when you find the strength and resources necessary to make your best choice.
We want you to know you’re not alone. Many of our volunteers have been where you are. If you’re considering abortion, you need to know:
- Are you really pregnant?
- Is your pregnancy normal? Or are you at risk for natural miscarriage? Or do you have a tubal pregnancy requiring immediate medical attention?
- How far along are you?
- What kind of abortions are available to you?
- Are there any short-term or long-term risks to consider?
*This center does not perform or refer for abortion.
