As you face the reality of an unplanned pregnancy, you may be afraid, anxious, or confused.
Maybe you don’t even know where to begin as you sort through your feelings and navigate your pregnancy decision.
While it may seem that abortion will allow your life to return to what it used to be, abortion is a serious medical decision that may negatively impact your physical and mental health.
Continue reading to learn more about adoption and parenting. This will help you make an informed decision about your future.
Adoption
Adoption may be a good option if you’re not ready to be a parent. Modern adoption not only allows the birth mother to be involved in making decisions in the adoption process but also provides a variety of financial benefits like coverage for pregnancy-related medical expenses and, in some cases, assistance with rent and groceries.
The three types of modern-day adoption:
- Open adoption: You can pick the family you want to adopt your baby and decide how involved you want to be in your child’s life.
- Semi-open adoption: You can contact the adoptive family and your baby through a professional adoption agency while keeping your personal information confidential.
- Closed adoption: You have no contact with your baby or the adoptive family, and the adoptive family has no contact with you. The court seals all adoptive information.
Some women feel that choosing the adoptive family and remaining in contact with their child is what they need to have peace with their decision, while others prefer closed adoption.
No matter what type of adoption you choose, adoption is a highly courageous and loving decision.
Parenting
At this stage of your life, maybe you feel like parenting isn’t an option due to a lack of support or your desire to grow in your career or continue with school.
While parenting comes with challenges, there are a variety of resources that can help build your community of support and allow you to continue to meet your goals while parenting.
Often, local women’s clinics offer parenting classes and support groups where you can meet other women facing the same challenges.
Additionally, various programs exist to provide child care assistance, free maternity essentials, and nutritional support.
Find Out More
Your pregnancy decision should not be rushed. Lifeline Pregnancy Center wants to support you as you consider your options.
We provide no-cost lab-quality pregnancy tests and ultrasound scans so you can learn more about your pregnancy and be prepared to make an informed decision.
Contact us today for your confidential appointment.
