Abortion is not only a physical decision; it can also be emotional. You want to be confident you are making the right choice. When considering your options, you need a trusted group of people around you who provide practical and emotional support.
Often, women are unwilling to talk about their abortion decisions. Whether it’s the fear of others’ reactions, guilt, or a need for privacy, women often keep their abortions a secret. Speaking with loved ones throughout the decision-making process is vital to your mental health.
Learn more about the importance of a strong support system and how to find them.
What Are the Benefits of a Strong Support Network?
The Mental Health Center lists the following as some of the reasons you need people who support you.
- A support network boosts your overall well-being.
- They help you fight loneliness, anxiety, and depression.
- People who support you encourage healthier behaviors.
- They offer helpful guidance.
- They lower your stress levels.
How Do You Find People to Support You?
With social media, it can be hard to find truly supportive people who are genuinely concerned about you. A trusted friend offers constructive criticism. They celebrate your successes and stand by you when you are sad or disappointed.
Supporters care for each other. To find a trustworthy friend, you need to be loyal, too. Mutual support and encouragement are essential.
To find a support network, look to groups that share your interests. You can also try volunteering in your community or with a meaningful organization, starting a hobby, or joining a club. Take time to get closer to those you trust in your family or friend group.
Making Your Pregnancy Choice
You have three options for your pregnancy: abortion, making an adoption plan, or parenting. To make a confident decision, you should learn as much as possible about each option.
If you’d like, you can discuss your options with your support system and determine how they can help you. Set boundaries about how they can and cannot offer support or guidance.
Reach Out Pregnancy Center offers no-cost consultations on your pregnancy options. Bring a trusted friend and learn about abortion procedures, the side effects to expect, and how to know if you’re having complications.
How far along you are in your pregnancy determines the abortion procedure you have. If you don’t know how many weeks you’ve been pregnant, schedule a no-cost ultrasound to get the information. Reach Out Pregnancy Center does not perform or refer for abortions.
You can also get more details about today’s adoption process. Adoption has changed tremendously.
Now, the expectant woman makes a plan for her child’s future by choosing who raises them and the lifestyle she wants them to have. You can begin building a relationship with the adoptive family immediately.
We cannot place your child for adoption but can offer referrals to reputable, licensed agencies.
The team at Reach Out also offers pregnancy and parenting education. In addition to all we have to offer, our community also provides parenting resources. If you choose to parent your child, you can get referrals and assistance from us and others.
The Decision is Yours Alone
No matter what your support network says, you are the only one to make the final decision for your pregnancy. No one can force you or should manipulate you to make one choice over another.
Your support system should carefully listen to you and encourage your choice. If you need someone to talk to, we are here for you.
Schedule a no-cost appointment to discuss your situation. We gain nothing from your decision, but we’ll give you the friendship you’re looking for.