Whether you’ve always wanted to be a parent or have never given it any thought, an unplanned pregnancy can accelerate your need to decide how you feel about parenting.
And while many women immediately feel pressure to abort when faced with an unplanned pregnancy, you owe it to yourself to take the time to consider every option carefully.
If you’re thinking about carrying your pregnancy to term, you likely have lots of thoughts whirling through your mind. Here are some questions to ask yourself to assess the option of parenting.
If an unplanned pregnancy sped up your plans to one day be a parent, don’t panic. Parenting is still possible, even if it’s not what you had in mind for this season. In fact, even women who plan to get pregnant often feel overwhelmed or nervous about becoming a mom. Take a deep breath, and consider these factors to help determine if you’re ready to be a parent:
Having a strong support network starts with your partner. Have you told him yet about the pregnancy? Is he supportive? You may need to dig a little and ask more questions to determine how he truly feels. Most men default to supporting whatever decision you think is best, but it’s important to know how he’s thinking about the pregnancy, too.
Depending on your stage of life, you will likely need the help of your parents, close friends, and/or other family members during pregnancy and beyond. Do you currently have a strong network who can help? If not, what can you do to build the network?
If you decide parenting is right for you, we’re here to help. Regardless of whether or not you have a strong community to walk with you, we can provide free resources, material support, and coaching to help you feel confident in your decision to parent. Our staff and volunteers have a wealth of knowledge to share, and through a caring partnership with our team, you can feel empowered to be a great mom.
Contact us today to learn more about this option and the resources we provide.