Making a pregnancy decision can be the most challenging part of an unexpected pregnancy. You don’t have to make it alone. Deciding between abortion and adoption can be difficult, but the more you know about each option, the clearer your decision will be.
At The Pregnancy Care Center of Rockford, we are here to offer more education on both abortion and adoption so you can make an informed decision for your future. Visit us today for a no-cost appointment.
First, Confirm Your Pregnancy Details
Before making a pregnancy decision, confirm your pregnancy details with a pregnancy test and an ultrasound to learn what options you may qualify for.
An ultrasound will tell you how far along you are, viability (if there’s a heartbeat and the pregnancy is progressing), and your pregnancy’s location (whether the pregnancy is growing within the uterus). Ultrasounds can also detect if you are experiencing a possible complication such as miscarriage or ectopic pregnancy.
The FDA only recommends medical abortion (also known as the abortion pill) for women through 10 weeks of pregnancy. An ultrasound will inform you of whether you are within or beyond this timeframe.
The Impact & Risks of Abortion
Abortion involves choosing to end a progressing pregnancy.
While it can allow women to continue with their current lifestyles, abortion can lead to questions or thoughts about what could have been. If you are considering this option, you will want to explore how abortion might impact you.
Though it’s important to be aware of the serious health risks of abortion, consider how abortion could impact your future and mental health. Abortion affects every woman differently, and some may experience emotional impacts for months and even years to come.
What is Adoption Like?
Adoption is the process of carrying your pregnancy to term and transferring parental rights to an adoptive family of your choosing. It’s essential to think through both of these steps when considering this pregnancy option, as they can be physically and emotionally challenging for some women. However, adoption gives you the chance to develop a relationship with your child and provide them with a future in a safe home.
With adoption, you will work with an adoption counselor or agency to create an adoption plan. You can choose from three adoption plan types: open, closed, or semi-open adoption.
Other adoption details include the following:
- The adoptive family
- If and how often you communicate with your child and the family you choose
- How much information the adoptive family knows about you
If you are interested in adoption, talk with us today to learn more about your options.
Get More Clarity Today
At The Pregnancy Care Center of Rockford, we offer pregnancy testing, ultrasounds, and STI testing at no cost to you. Our professional, trained staff and volunteer mentors are here to listen to your pregnancy option concerns and help answer your questions. We are here for you.
Begin with a no-cost pregnancy appointment as your next step to clarity. Schedule one today.
*All abortion information sourced in this blog is based on accurate information at the time of writing.
**We do not refer for or perform abortions.