Discovering an unplanned pregnancy can bring a flood of emotions and uncertainty. If you’re feeling pressure, it’s essential to know that abortion isn’t your only option. You have choices, including adoption and parenting, each offering its own possibilities for your future.
Today’s Choice Women’s Center is here if you’d like to talk to someone about your options. We provide free pregnancy services and compassionate support to help you make an informed decision and feel empowered during this time.
Exploring Your Other Options
While abortion may seem like a quick solution, it’s essential to consider the potential physical and mental health risks, which can impact you for years. Adoption and parenting, though requiring you to carry your pregnancy to term, can be equally rewarding alternatives.
Adoption
Adoption is often misunderstood as a rigid and impersonal process, but modern adoption is designed to be flexible and tailored to your needs. You remain in control, and adoption services are provided at no cost to you. In some cases, you may even qualify for financial or material support during your pregnancy.
There are several types of adoption plans:
- Open Adoption: Maintain regular contact with your child and their adoptive family through letters, phone calls, or visits.
- Semi-Open Adoption: Communication is through a third party, like an agency or attorney.
- Closed Adoption: Your records remain confidential, and you choose to remain anonymous.
Adoption offers your child the chance to thrive while giving a family the gift of parenthood.
Parenting
Parenting comes with challenges, but it’s a journey filled with growth and joy. You don’t have to navigate it alone—resources and support systems are available to help you prepare and feel confident in your role as a parent.
Consider factors like your financial stability, personal goals, and support network as you evaluate this option. If you feel ready to embrace it, parenting can be a deeply meaningful and fulfilling choice.
If you feel like you’re unprepared, keep in mind that this is a common experience. It’s okay not to know everything already. Instead, look at the process as a learning experience that you will grow into with the help of online resources, books, or classes to help along the way.
Talk With Us
At Today’s Choice Women’s Center, we offer free pregnancy services, resources, and support to help you explore all your options. Schedule a confidential appointment today to learn more—you don’t have to face this decision alone.
