You may already be feeling immense pressure from the unexpected situation at hand. You might be putting pressure on yourself, feeling like you must know all the answers or how to handle what’s next.
In addition, you may have friends and family pressuring you into an abortion decision. We want to emphasize that it’s never okay for someone to pressure you into a pregnancy decision.
The Journal of American Physicians and Surgeons shares that almost 75% of women who had an abortion felt at least subtly pressured into getting one. Friends and family may be putting unexpected pressure on you, whether indirectly or directly. We’re here to help you know what to do with it.
Set Some Healthy Boundaries
You may need to create healthy boundaries if you feel like you can’t see clearly due to all the voices around you.
Once you’ve shared the news with those close to you, it’s okay to create some time alone to process your emotions and get information about your pregnancy options. Find a place where you feel safe to talk through your pregnancy questions and options.
You deserve to feel in control of your pregnancy journey and make a final decision for yourself. Ultimately, you will be the one most impacted by your pregnancy decision.
Understand All Your Options
Knowledge is power. It’s important to know that just because others are pressuring you into abortion doesn’t mean abortion is your only pregnancy option. Be informed about all your pregnancy options to make an informed decision for your future. You deserve the facts.
You have three options: abortion, adoption, and parenting. To know what options you’re eligible for, confirm your pregnancy details.
At the Pregnancy Resource Center, we offer free pregnancy testing, ultrasounds, and STI testing and would love to help you. We can also educate you more about your options after pregnancy confirmation.
Get More Information in a Non-Judgmental Space
Your mental and emotional health is very important to us, and no subject is off-limits.
Contact us today to schedule a free pregnancy test and ultrasound appointment and a time to speak with one of our lay counselors. Talk to us to learn more about our mobile unit locations and the services we offer.
Together, we can navigate your unique situation in a safe and non-judgmental space.
PRC of Glenwood Springs does not perform or refer for abortion.