Did you recently receive a positive pregnancy test result that you didn’t see coming? If so, you’re probably coping with some complex feelings in the wake of this discovery. Whether you’re wrestling with fear, frustration, sorrow, excitement, or a confusing mixture of all these emotions, know that your response to this unexpected pregnancy is normal. There’s no “right” or “wrong” way to feel. You have time to process this experience, gain insight into your emotions, and figure out which path forward is uniquely right for you.
Some people facing circumstances like yours experience a sense of emotional numbness. Others have strong feelings that seem to contradict each other. Maybe you’re struggling to process your pregnancy news, and you don’t even know how to feel. Avenue Women’s Center is here for you no matter where you’re at today. We’re a first-step pregnancy clinic that equips women to move on from a positive pregnancy result feeling confident and informed.
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It Gets Easier
After learning about an unexpected pregnancy, it’s normal to experience confusing, intense, every-shifting emotions. Your brain is attempting to absorb large amounts of overwhelming information. Complicated feelings and emotional numbness can be natural side effects. The good news is, your mind can’t (and won’t) remain stuck in this stressful state of heightened anxiety forever. Chances are, as you gradually process the news of your pregnancy, your nerves will settle to a more manageable level. That doesn’t mean your anxiety will go away. But it will become easier to regulate your emotions and gain insight into your feelings about your pregnancy and your options.
Using the Time that You Have to Your Advantage
This process requires time and focus. People who are experiencing an unexpected pregnancy often feel a sense of urgency to make a decision (for abortion, adoption, or parenting) as quickly as possible. This urgency tends to develop out of their heightened anxiety, and isn’t always grounded in facts. The truth is, most women have time to gain the insight they need to make a confident choice before some of their pregnancy options become unavailable. That’s why it’s important not to rush your decision. Take a rational approach, and find out how much time you have to work with. If you do this, you’ll probably look back on your pregnancy decision with greater confidence, knowing that you took the time to process your emotions and gather the facts.
Finding the Answers at Avenue Women’s Center
At Avenue Women’s Center, we help women accomplish this. Our no-cost limited medical ultrasounds are designed to provide key information about your pregnancy, like the gestational age. This will determine how long your pregnancy options will remain available to you. We also offer free medical-grade pregnancy tests, and consultations to review the processes and risks involved with abortion, adoption, and parenting. Our expert staff is passionate about equipping women from all walks of life with the tools they need to make informed choices. We are a no-judgement zone, where people can access quality information and explore their next steps free of pressure.
Every individual has their own unique emotional response to the difficult news of an unexpected pregnancy. No matter where you’re at today, it’s important to accept your feelings for what they are and believe that you can cope. Don’t judge yourself for the emotions that you’re experiencing. Don’t let despair or your first emotions dictate your pregnancy decision. Instead, take a deep breath and begin your journey toward your best pregnancy outcome one small step at a time. Avenue is here to partner with you in this process- no matter where your road leads.
Learn more about Avenue Women’s Center and contact us today! Our caring pregnancy consultants and medical professionals are available to help you move forward with courage and autonomy.
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.