What to Do When Family and Friends Are Pressuring You Into an Abortion Decision?
You’ll likely receive all kinds of feedback about your unplanned pregnancy, even when you didn’t ask for it. When loved ones learn you’re pregnant, they may want to advise you on which option to choose.
Some friends and family members may even pressure you to have an abortion. Abortion is a serious decision, and it isn’t someone else’s to make.
Experiencing pressure during this time can be stressful, so we’re here to offer a soft place to land. Book a free appointment with New Hope Center to learn about your options in a non-judgmental environment.
It’s Your Decision
Even if you and your loved ones regularly exchange advice with each other, it’s important to remember that making a pregnancy decision is a big step in your life. You will be affected the most by whichever option you choose.
Sometimes, friends and family respond to you asserting yourself and explaining what you’d like from them during this time. Often, people don’t know what to say or act, so they believe giving you advice is the best option.
Sharing ways they can help you (and what is unhelpful) can help lessen the pressure you feel. However, if your loved ones are threatening or coercing you into choosing abortion, you may need additional help.
No one has the right to make you have an abortion. If you are in an emergency situation, you can dial 911. However, if you are not in immediate danger but need extra resources and support, contact the National Domestic Violence Hotline for 24/7 help.
You Are Not Alone
You have a community waiting to help you during an unplanned pregnancy. New Hope Center will discuss your pregnancy options and provide the information needed to make a thoughtful decision.
We’re here for you. Book a free and confidential appointment today.
New Hope Center does not provide or refer for abortions.
Pregnancy Tests
Your first step is to take a pregnancy test and verify you really are pregnant. Although you may have taken a pregnancy test at home, you will want to follow up with a lab-quality test. New Hope Center’s tests are free and 99.9% accurate, and our staff provides immediate confidential results.
Ultrasounds
If you’ve recently had a positive pregnancy test, the next step is to have an ultrasound. These are offered free of charge at New Hope Center. No matter what you’re considering for your unplanned pregnancy, an ultrasound provides essential information about your body and your health.
Motherhood Classes
New Hope Center offers free parenting resources to women faced with unexpected pregnancies. We know that the number one concern for most parents facing unexpected pregnancy is finances. We hope to provide for some of those needs by offering material support.
Pregnancy Tests
Your first step is to take a pregnancy test and verify you really are pregnant. Although you may have taken a pregnancy test at home, you will want to follow up with a lab-quality test. New Hope Center’s tests are free and 99.9% accurate, and our staff provides immediate confidential results.
Ultrasounds
If you’ve recently had a positive pregnancy test, the next step is to have an ultrasound. These are offered free of charge at New Hope Center. No matter what you’re considering for your unplanned pregnancy, an ultrasound provides essential information about your body and your health.
Motherhood Classes
New Hope Center offers free parenting resources to women faced with unexpected pregnancies. We know that the number one concern for most parents facing unexpected pregnancy is finances. We hope to provide for some of those needs by offering material support.
