If you find yourself pregnant and you’re concerned about what that means for your future, you may have asked, “Is Abortion the Answer for Me?”
It’s important that you take the time to address what concerns you have about your pregnancy or why you may feel you are not ready to be a parent.
Let’s review some of the concerns many women have, resources you may not know about, and next steps.
Why Am I Considering Abortion?
Studies show that approximately 93–95% of all abortions are chosen for “elective” or unspecified reasons. Elective abortion doesn’t include categories like abortion involving rape or incest or other health-related factors.
The top reasons women said they sought abortion were: feeling not ready, feeling unable to afford a child at the time, or not wanting more children.
Identify your Root Concern
Perhaps you feel that having a child would prevent you from accomplishing schooling, personal, or work goals. Many women who have been in your same situation were surprised to discover resources and assistance they previously didn’t know about.
For instance, pregnancy resource centers are a great place to start. Here at Waterleaf Women’s Center, we can provide you with a free consultation. Our professionals specialize in providing education, answering questions, and connecting you with resources specific to your situation.
Some of the resources that you may qualify for include:
- financial aid
- food and baby supplies
- tuition assistance
- housing assistance
- emotional support
- and more
Many women have utilized resources like these, which addressed their root concerns.
Other women were surprised that having a child helped them in ways they did not anticipate. Women who were concerned about having more children have found another child was beneficial to their other children. In one study, 91% of women said having a child was much more fulfilling than they expected.
Having an abortion is associated with mental health issues like depression, anxiety, and higher risk for PTSD. It’s important that you take the time to make an informed decision after receiving resources available to you.
What is My Next Step?
Take the time to identify your root concerns. What leads you to ask, “Is abortion the answer for me?” It’s an important decision and you deserve to know all the medical facts about abortion and what resources are available to pregnant women just like you.
Schedule a free appointment at Waterleaf Women’s Center today, which includes a resource assessment. No insurance is required. Our medical team and resource professionals can answer your questions and provide you with compassionate care. Call or text confidentially at 630-360-2256.