Discovering you’re pregnant when you weren’t expecting it can bring up a lot of emotions. If you’re considering hiding your pregnancy, it’s important to pause and reflect on your reasons for wanting to hide it, explore your options, and think about the support you might find in those around you.
At Avenue Women’s Center, we’re here to help you navigate this challenging time. Read on to learn more, or contact us today to schedule a free, confidential appointment.
Why Do You Want to Hide Your Pregnancy?
It’s worth asking yourself why you feel the need to keep your pregnancy a secret. Are you afraid of judgment? Worried about disappointing someone? Scared for your safety? These feelings are valid, but it’s important to realize that, while hiding your pregnancy may seem like the easiest solution, isolating yourself can make the situation even more overwhelming. Plus, if you feel rushed into a decision like abortion and end up regretting your choice, your regret will feel even worse if you’re alone in that pain.
*If you believe that your safety or someone else’s may be at risk, contact 911 immediately.
Research All Your Options
Abortion might seem like a way to avoid difficult conversations, but it’s important to learn about all your pregnancy options before making a final decision. Parenting, adoption, and abortion each come with its own set of challenges and considerations. At Avenue Women’s Center, we offer free, confidential consultations to provide you with accurate information and support as you weigh your options.
Understand the Risks of Abortion
Abortion is a permanent decision, as is adoption or parenting. Terminating a pregnancy comes with unique risks to your health. These can include physical risks, like infection, as well as mental health effects. Taking the time to gather information will ensure that you make a fully informed decision.
Why Honesty Matters
It might feel scary to share your pregnancy news with the people you love, but honesty can open the door to the support and encouragement you need. Trusted friends, family members, or counselors can help you process your feelings and navigate your situation feeling supported rather than isolated.
If you feel scared to talk to your loved ones, try talking to a professional counselor, trusted faith leader, or pregnancy consultant first. At Avenue Women’s Center, we understand what you’re going through. Our knowledgeable pregnancy consultants are here to listen and give you a safe space to ask questions.
You Are Not Alone
It’s understandable if you feel the need to hide your pregnancy and wonder if abortion is your only option. However, doing all this alone will only make the weight that much heavier.
At Avenue Women’s Center, we’re here to let you know that you’re not alone. Our expert staff would love to support you every step of the way. Contact us today to find a safe space where you can learn about all the options and resources available to you.
The information provided here is general in nature. It is not a substitute for a consultation with a medical professional. Before any medical procedure, it is imperative that you discuss your personal medical history, risks, and concerns with your doctor. If you have questions during or after a procedure, your doctor should be immediately contacted. Avenue Women’s Center is not an emergency center. If you are experiencing severe symptoms, such as bleeding and/or pain, seek immediate medical attention. Contact your physician, go to an emergency room, or call 911.