You told your friends you’re pregnant, and now abortion seems to come up every time you see them. Maybe they’re telling you it’s the obvious choice or reminding you of everything that could change if you continue your pregnancy. The problem is, you’re not sure that’s what you want.
Only you can make this decision. Care Net Las Vegas offers free pregnancy services where you can learn more about your pregnancy and your options before moving forward. Schedule an appointment today to get the information you need for yourself.
It’s Okay to Disagree With Your Friends
Your friends may genuinely believe they’re helping. They might be thinking about your education, finances, relationship, career, or plans you made before becoming pregnant.
You can understand why they’re concerned without agreeing with their conclusion.
Their lives will not be affected by this decision in the same way yours will. You have the right to make a pregnancy decision you’re comfortable with. After all, this decision will affect your life and future most.
Tell Them When the Conversation Has Gone Too Far
There’s a difference between a friend sharing an opinion once and repeatedly trying to change your mind.
If every conversation turns into another argument for abortion, be specific about what you need. You might tell your friends you’re still thinking, you don’t want advice right now, or you won’t continue discussing abortion if they can’t respect your boundaries.
You don’t owe anyone an immediate answer just because they’re asking for one.
Find Out What Your Pregnancy Looks Like
Before making plans based on what friends think you should do, get information about your pregnancy itself.
Pregnancy testing can confirm whether hCG is present. And following positive pregnancy testing with us, we can provide an ultrasound referral. An ultrasound can provide additional information, including an estimate of how far along you are, whether the pregnancy is located in the uterus, and whether the pregnancy is developing.
You need this information to make informed decisions, and without a more complete picture of your pregnancy, certain conditions like ectopic pregnancy can go undetected. An ectopic pregnancy is a medical emergency and requires immediate treatment. While this condition is rare, it can cause life-threatening complications without prompt care.
Look Into Every Option for Yourself
You may be leaning toward parenting. Adoption may be something you haven’t explored. You may still have questions about abortion. Whatever you’re thinking, learn what each option would actually involve before ruling anything in or out.
Ask about the things that matter in your own life. What resources exist if finances are a concern? What does modern adoption look like? What are the procedures, side effects, and risks associated with abortion?
The answers may give you a different picture than the one you’ve heard from friends.
Make Room for Your Own Opinion
Being uncertain doesn’t mean someone else needs to decide for you. You still have questions, and you deserve to have a neutral third party address each one. We can help.
Care Net Las Vegas can provide pregnancy information and a place to ask those questions privately. Schedule your free appointment today and find out what resources and options are available to you.
Care Net Las Vegas does not provide or refer for abortions.