Deciding what’s best for your unique pregnancy situation can be tough. Are you second-guessing your decision on adoption or abortion? Get the facts so you can make an informed decision for your future.
What You Need to Know About Abortion
Abortion carries both mental health and physical consequences, regardless of whether it is a medical or surgical procedure.
For a surgical abortion, some of the risks include the following:
- Perforation of the uterus
- Damage to the cervix
- Scar tissue on the uterine wall
- Infection
For a medical abortion, there are risk factors to consider, such as:
- The chance of incomplete abortion, which may require further medical attention
- Heavy and prolonged bleeding
- Infection
- Fever
- The possibility of an unsuccessful termination, resulting in an ongoing pregnancy
- Digestive symptoms such as an upset stomach
When making your decision, consider how the possibility of these risks may affect you and your mental health.
What You Need to Know About Adoption
If parenting isn’t an option for you, it’s essential to understand the basics of adoption. As the biological parent, you have control over your adoption plan, which enables you to customize an adoption plan that best suits your lifestyle.
There are three types of adoption plans to consider:
- In an open adoption, you can build and maintain a relationship with the adoptive family and your child through direct communication.
- A semi-open adoption is when a third party, such as the adoption agency, facilitates communication with limited details revealed about you.
- In a closed adoption, all personal information about you and the adoptive family remains anonymous. You do not have contact with the adoptive family or child.
By choosing adoption, you can have peace of mind knowing that the adoptive family will provide a bright future for your child. They may also cover many of your adoption-related expenses. This support can make the decision-making process easier by alleviating financial concerns.
Seeking guidance from a reputable adoption counselor is invaluable for easing decision-making. We can connect you with reputable adoption agencies to learn more about this option if you’re interested.
What Are My Next Steps?
Receive pregnancy confirmation with a free self-administered medical-grade pregnancy test and limited ultrasound at our center to determine your pregnancy options and essential details. We are also here to help answer your questions and equip you for the road ahead.
You are not alone. We are here to help you feel supported and confident in your decision. Schedule a free appointment today.