Facing an unplanned pregnancy can feel overwhelming, especially if you’ve already had an abortion and don’t want to have another. 

The good news is there are several options available to you other than abortion. Read on to learn more about these options and where you can get more information.

Adoption

You’ve probably already thought about adoption, but did you know there have been many positive changes in the adoption process that are beneficial to you as the birth mother?

As a result of those changes, you have the power to choose the type of adoption that is empowering to you:

Open Adoption: Many modern adoptions are open, allowing ongoing connections between you and the adoptive family you entrust with the child’s upbringing. This unique approach empowers you to maintain a meaningful presence in the child’s life through regular communication, whether it’s exchanging text messages, engaging in phone calls, or even arranging in-person visits. The frequency and nature of these interactions are tailored to each individual, offering the flexibility to shape your involvement according to your comfort level. By fostering open communication and mutual respect, open adoption allows you to remain a part of the child’s life journey.

Closed Adoption: You may also choose a closed adoption. This option means that the adoptive family you pick to raise the child will not have any contact with you, and your identity will remain anonymous through the adoption process and beyond.

Semi-Open Adoption: In this type of adoption, your interaction with the adoptive family and the child occurs through a third party. This third party allows you to control the type and amount of communication you have with the adoptive family–whether written communication, phone calls, or in-person meetings that adoption professionals supervise.   

Parenting

If you are overwhelmed by the idea of being a parent and still don’t feel you are ready, you are not alone. No one feels completely prepared to take on parenting, even in the best situation.

Many women facing an unplanned pregnancy feel that having a baby means ending, or putting on hold, their dreams and careers. But that is not the case; many local resources, programs, and support groups are specifically designed to help mothers raise their children while continuing to pursue their dreams, attend school, or develop their careers.

Temporary Parenting Help

Temporary parenting help is another newer development that is helping women facing an unplanned pregnancy. This approach specifically helps women who want to raise their children but feel they need a little time to prepare.

In this situation, volunteer families provide a safe and loving home for your baby until you are ready and able to welcome the child into your life. Some women choose this option if they are facing a difficult situation or feel that their current home environment is not safe for their child.

Who Can I Talk to About My Options?

Weighing your options about your pregnancy is an important life decision, and you don’t have to make it alone.

The staff at Wellspring Pregnancy and Health Center are here for you. Our trained staff can provide valuable information about your options, answer all your questions, and help you learn important details about your pregnancy.

Contact us today to schedule your free and confidential appointment.