Is your partner pressuring you into abortion? Abortion is not your only option when it comes to an unexpected pregnancy.
You have two other options to explore. Resources for Women offers free options education so you can get the facts. Our compassionate team provides non-judgmental support and can help you determine your best path.
Know that your final pregnancy decision is yours, and no one can force you into a decision you don’t want to make.
What Would Adoption Look Like For Me?
You may already have ideas of what adoption looks like. You may have a family or friend who was adopted, or you may have seen adoption portrayed in movies, books, or TV.
It’s important to remember that films often portray adoption negatively. You may feel that you’re “abandoning a child” or that birth mothers don’t care about the children they place for adoption. This couldn’t be further from the truth.
Adoption is a loving choice that provides your child with the brightest future possible. And as the expectant woman or birth mother, you’re in control. The entire process is about advocating for your needs. You can select the adoptive family you want to raise your child.
Types of Adoption
Choose an adoption plan that works for you. Here are the three types of adoption plans:
- Open Adoption: Create a lasting relationship with the adoptive family and child. You can have regular contact through letters, phone calls, visits, and more. Your child will know who you are and your role in their life.
- Semi-Open Adoption: Semi-open adoptions aren’t as common, but they could still be an option for you. With this adoption, you’ll have contact with the adoptive family and your child. However, all contact is mediated through a third party, such as an adoption attorney or agency.
- Closed Adoption: Closed adoptions offer the highest levels of privacy. With this adoption plan, all identifying records are sealed, so you and the adoptive family won’t know each other.
Can I Really Parent?
Parenting could seem like the most challenging option as it comes with much responsibility, but you could be surprised how naturally parenting comes to you. You probably have lots of questions, including:
- Do I have what it takes to parent?
- How do I take care of a newborn?
- How will I support a child financially?
- Who will support me emotionally and physically?
- Can I stay in school or continue working if I am a parent?
- What if my partner doesn’t agree to parent with me?
It’s easy to disqualify yourself when faced with an unexpected pregnancy, but every pregnancy decision has its difficulties. You are not alone. We offer free parenting resources and support that can help equip you to parent well.
Safe & Non-Judgmental Support
Explore all your pregnancy options in a safe and non-judgmental environment today. We can help answer your questions and provide free pregnancy confirmation services and community resources.
We will never make the pregnancy decision for you. Instead, we offer free, confidential services so that you receive trustworthy information. Schedule a free appointment to talk more.
