Finding out you are pregnant can be difficult and overwhelming. Fear, uncertainty, confusion and anger are just some of the feelings you may be experiencing. You may be thinking that you dont have a choice.
You owe it to yourself to be fully informed about all three pregnancy options before you make this important decision. Including the father of the baby may also help you as you consider your choices. Gateway can help you learn more about your options and support you as you decide what is best for you.
Parenting
Choosing to continue your pregnancy and to parent may feel overwhelming at first. The good news is that there are a lot of resources designed to specifically help people in your situation.
At Gateway we are ready to connect you with resources such as:
- Medicaid
- Prenatal clinics
- Low cost medical service providers
- County resources \u2013 Child care assistance, Pregnancy Care Management
- Ob/Gyn Physicians
- Childbirth and Infant care classes
- Community resources that will assist with baby supplies
Many women and men find the help they need to make this choice a positive one. Call Gateway to discuss if parenting is the right choice for you.
Adoption
Adoption may not be your first thought if you are facing an unplanned pregnancy. However, you may be pleased to know you have lots of choices with adoption. Will it be open or closed? Will it be private or will you use an agency?
Adoption may be the right choice for you if you are not ready to be a parent and do not want an abortion. In today's adoptions, you can know your child and be a part of your child's life. You can have the peace of knowing your choice has given your child a future.
Research has shown that pregnant teens and women who make an adoption plan are more likely to finish schooling, have better jobs and overall report a high level of satisfaction with their decision for adoption.74
Each year thousands of women in America make this choice. Call Gateway to discuss if adoption is the right choice for you.
Abortion
If you're thinking about having an abortion, it is important to remember that abortion is a medical procedure. What type will you have? What are the risks? You deserve to know the facts. You owe it to yourself to make an informed decision.
Perhaps you're thinking:
- The father is insisting on an abortion
- I'm not ready to be a parent
- I can't tell anyone I'm pregnant
We know exactly how you feel, and you're not alone. Some of our staff have been where you are. If you're considering abortion, you need to know:
- Are you pregnant?
- How far along are you?
- Is your pregnancy viable?
You may also be interested in knowing:
- What kinds of abortion are available to you?
- What are your rights with abortion providers ?
- Are there any short-term or long-term risks for abortion?
We can help you understand your choices and your pregnancy, discuss your health and explain your abortion options. Gateway provides one-on-one consultation and support as well as accurate information on all pregnancy options; however, we do not provide or refer for abortion services.
