You have three options for your unplanned pregnancy: having an abortion, making an adoption plan, or choosing to parent. Here are the things you will need to look into before making a decision.
Have You Confirmed Your Pregnancy?
Pregnancy confirmation is more than a late period and a positive pregnancy test. You need more information that you can only get from an ultrasound scan.
Home pregnancy tests are reliable if you follow the directions carefully. But are you aware that experts estimate as many as 26% of all pregnancies end in a miscarriage? That’s more than one in four pregnancies!
Most miscarriages occur in the first 12 weeks. Because it takes your body time to return to pre-pregnancy hormone levels, you could still get a positive pregnancy test result for days or weeks after a miscarriage. Only ultrasound can determine if your pregnancy is growing or if you have miscarried.
You also want to confirm you do not have an ectopic pregnancy. Most pregnancies develop in the uterus, but an ectopic pregnancy develops outside the uterus. It can be extremely dangerous, even life-threatening.
We offer referrals for a free onsite ultrasound provided by medical staff from Turlock Pregnancy and Health Center. Don’t skip this critical step.
Should I Choose Abortion?
An abortion is a serious medical decision with potential physical and psychological risks. Learning about the various procedures, side effects, and possible risks is critical.
You need to know the exact number of weeks you have been pregnant if you plan on taking abortion drugs. The FDA approves the use of the drugs through 10 weeks of gestation only (70 days from the first day of your last menstrual period).
If you are uncertain about the date you got pregnant, an ultrasound can determine how long you have been pregnant. Knowing the date is essential because the drugs are less effective the farther along you are.
Abortion providers determine a surgical procedure based on the length of your pregnancy, too. Take advantage of our referral for a free onsite ultrasound to get all the information you need.
What About Making an Adoption Plan?
Most likely, if you do not want to be pregnant, you’re also not ready to be a parent. We understand and suggest you learn about the benefits of placing your child for adoption.
Adoption is a difficult choice, but it is one of the most loving and selfless decisions you will ever make. Here are a few of the benefits if you choose to create an adoption plan:
- It costs you nothing
- All your medical and legal expenses are covered
- Depending on your needs, other pregnancy-related expenses might also be covered
- You select the adoptive family that raises your child
- You make a plan for your child’s future
- By choosing an open or semi-open adoption plan, you can continue to have contact with your child and their adoptive family
- Your child will be loved and cared for in a two-parent home
Have You Considered Parenting?
An unplanned pregnancy doesn’t mean you can’t parent. There are many resources to assist you if you choose to parent. We offer pregnancy and parenting classes and material support like diapers, wipes, infant clothing, and more.
We can also provide referrals for community assistance. Many services are available, including food assistance, housing, childcare, mental health, etc. Talk with us about your situation and how we can help. You won’t be parenting alone. We’ll be beside you every step of the way
How Can Calaveras Pregnancy Center Assist Me?
At Calaveras Pregnancy Center, we do not perform or refer for abortion. Although we cannot place your child for adoption, we can provide referrals to reputable, licensed adoption agencies to help you.
Confirm your pregnancy before you make any decision. You need to protect your health and well-being. That begins with a pregnancy test and ultrasound.
Call 209-736-9600 to schedule a free appointment or complete our convenient online Contact Form. We’re here for you.