By asking this question, we assume you have no desire or the ability to raise a child. It’s a valid concern. It can be very expensive and time-consuming to parent, and you do have two other options: abortion or adoption.
Knowing which option is best is a very personal decision. Rarely do women who consider abortion think about making an adoption plan, but before you choose, take a closer look at the potential outcome for both.
Have You Confirmed Your Pregnancy First?
Sometimes a positive pregnancy test isn’t enough to confirm you are pregnant. Experts suggest that miscarriages are more common than we realize. According to the Cleveland Clinic, “About 25% of all pregnancies end in the first 20 weeks. And about 80% of those miscarriages happen early.”
Because the pregnancy hormone can remain in your body for days or weeks following a pregnancy, you can still get a positive pregnancy test. So how do you confirm your pregnancy? With an ultrasound.
An ultrasound confirms whether your pregnancy is developing or if you’ve miscarried. It also detects the location of the pregnancy and how far along you are. Greater Hope Care Center can provide an ultrasound referral if you receive a positive test from our center. Once you confirm your pregnancy, you can determine your next step.
Should I Get an Abortion?
Abortion is the only option if you want to end your pregnancy. The number of weeks you’ve been pregnant often determines the type of abortion you qualify for. Both medical (the abortion pill method) and surgical abortions have physical and emotional risks.
Both methods have the potential for severe cramping and bleeding or an infection. One recent study suggested that nearly 11% of women who use the abortion pill method experience a serious adverse event.
There have also been studies that suggest some women can experience negative emotional problems following an abortion, especially if they’ve had a previous mental health issue.
We recommend getting as much information as possible about the various abortion methods, the side effects to expect, and the potential risks.
Although we do not perform or refer for abortion, we’re not afraid to talk about it. Schedule a free and confidential appointment with us today.
Should I Place My Child for Adoption?
If you are not ready to parent but would like to have a relationship with your child, consider making an adoption plan. Adoption is not an easy decision. You are pregnant for nine months, give birth, and other parents raise your child.
However, today’s adoption process lets you select the adoptive parents, the future you hope your child will have, and the amount of contact you wish to have with them after finalization. In Pennsylvania, an expectant mother can have all of her prenatal and hospital expenses covered.
Choose an adoption agency that focuses on your needs, including solid adoption counseling. Although Greater Hope Care Center isn’t a licensed child-placing agency, we can provide referrals to reputable adoption coordinators in our area.
Like abortion, adoption involves loss, but with adoption, you can continue to be a part of your child’s life as they grow.
Contact Us for More Information
Choosing either choice for your pregnancy is a life-changing decision, but you don’t have to make it alone. Let a member of our team confirm your pregnancy and discuss both of these options. Conveniently schedule an appointment online or call (570) 772-0337. We’re here for you.
All abortion information sourced in this blog is based on accurate information at the time of writing.
Greater Hope Care Center does not perform or refer for abortion.
