When you aren’t planning on becoming pregnant, a positive test result can be the last thing you want to see. Maybe you’re already an overwhelmed parent. Maybe you’re a young person with limited financial resources, or you’re just having trouble making ends meet. You could be in a struggling or complicated relationship. Perhaps you thought you were infertile. Whatever your circumstances may be, now probably doesn’t feel like the right time in your life to be pregnant. Maybe you find yourself wishing that you didn’t have to face a pregnancy decision, and hoping to miscarry instead.
If you’re facing an unexpected pregnancy, it can be overwhelming to begin the first steps toward making a pregnancy decision. Avenue Women’s Center offers free medical-grade pregnancy tests and private pregnancy consultations.. Our caring pregnancy consultants are here to discuss your options in a nonjudgmental and confidential environment..
Call, chat, text, or email us to set up your appointment at one of our five limited medical clinics in Chicagoland, Illinois.
When You’re Stuck in Your Decision-Making Process
If you are hoping for a miscarriage, you’re likely feeling torn between the options of carrying the pregnancy to term and aborting. Maybe your heart is saying “yes” to one option, but your head is saying, “no.”. You probably feel stuck in the middle of a tough decision if so. Perhaps you’re hoping that a miscarriage will save you from having to choose. Rather than wishing away your pregnancy decision, take a step out of the whirlwind you likely feel caught inside, and seek out the tools you need to make a confident decision..
First, Forgive Yourself for Your Feelings …
Know that you aren’t alone in your feelings. Hoping for a miscarriage is actually common among women who weren’t expecting a pregnancy. Maybe you don’t want to choose abortion, adoption, or parenting. You may feel guilt, shame, or fear as you hope that your pregnancy will end in a miscarriage, so that you don’t have to choose. Everyone has unique life situations and different ways of thinking and feeling. There’s no specific way you “should” or “should not” feel. It can be easy to inflict self-judgment or inner criticism, but it’s important to forgive yourself and recognize that your feelings are understandable.
Then, Learn More About Your Options …
According to the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG), “early pregnancy loss is common.” Mayo Clinic reports that approximately 10-20% of pregnancies end in miscarriage. There are different ways you can learn about your chances of miscarrying, as well as different signs, treatments, and types of miscarriages. Every woman’s body responds differently to pregnancy, and there are several unique factors that contribute to whether or not a pregnancy continues (Mayo Clinic). Have you learned if your pregnancy is viable (likely to continue) yet? Having an ultrasound exam can help determine if your pregnancy is likely to end in miscarriage or continue. Learning the facts about your pregnancy can shed light on your available options..
If you are pregnant and hoping for a miscarriage, it can be helpful to explore your pregnancy options in a judgment-free atmosphere. Avenue Women’s Center understands that each woman is in a unique situation. Our compassionate and understanding staff is here to support you in the first steps of an unexpected pregnancy. Avenue offers accurate pregnancy tests and confidential pregnancy consultations at no cost, as well as limited medical ultrasounds for qualifying clients, so they can learn if their pregnancies are viable.. Our goal is to meet your individual needs as you make your best pregnancy decision.
Contact us today for an appointment at one of our locations in Darien, Elmhurst, Glen Ellyn / Lombard, West Chicago, or Wood Dale, Illinois.
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References:
- American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG). (2015, August). Early Pregnancy Loss, FAQ090. Retrieved from: https://www.acog.org/Patients/FAQs/Early-Pregnancy-Loss.
- Mayo Clinic. (2016, July). Miscarriage. Retrieved from: https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/pregnancy-loss-miscarriage/symptoms-causes/syc-20354298.
Reviewed by Patricia Kuenzi, APN-CNP, MSN, ANP, PNP.
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.