Telling Others
Facing an unplanned pregnancy can be difficult. Telling others in your life can be part of that battle. For some, the anticipation is worse than the actual moment--many find that they are met with support and encouragement in the long run. For some, difficulties may persist. Our clinic can help you think through approaching the critical people in your life with your pregnancy status.
Telling the Baby's Father
Some women tell their partner as soon as they suspect they are pregnant. Others wait until after a pregnancy test at our clinic. Whichever you have decided to do, eventually you will need to tell the other person involved in the pregnancy. Some women are afraid that this other person may pressure them to have an abortion--legally, no one can pressure a woman to abort--it is only the mother's decision. However, this pressure--or other pressure--can make a pregnant woman uncomfortable. Our clinic can help.
Telling Mom and Dad
Particularly if you are young, unmarried, or dependent on your parents financially, informing your parents of a pregnancy can be scary. In such cases, parents may first react with disappointment and anger, as well as fear. In most cases, parents or guardians eventually become supportive. In some cases they may not and other resources are needed to help provide for you and your child. Our clinic can discuss your concerns, options, and even assist you in telling your parents.
Telling the Rest of the World
There are hosts of other people that eventually find out about a pregnancy, especially once physical changes are noticeable. These may include other relatives, friends, neighbors, and school acquaintances. You may choose to tell these people directly or just let them find out in time, depending on your circumstances. We can discuss with you how to handle the discomfort of some of these situations and the resources available to you for support.
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