My Partner is Pressuring Me to Have an Abortion, But I’m Not Sure
No one should pressure you to have an abortion, including your partner. This is illegal, and you deserve to consider all your options.
An unplanned pregnancy can invite outside opinions, but you have the right to make a pregnancy decision. Being firm about how loved ones can support you is key.
Talking About Your Unplanned Pregnancy
Your partner may feel scared or nervous about your pregnancy. They may even react in anger if they’re worried about extra responsibilities or fearful of the future.
But if you’re concerned about your safety, know that abusive behavior should never be tolerated. You can contact the National Domestic Violence Hotline for 24/7 support or call 911 in an emergency.
Determining Your Partner’s Role
Your partner may want to be involved in the pregnancy decision, or they could shy away from participating. Try discussing your partner’s preferences; you can encourage them to attend an options counseling appointment with you.
At Life’s Choices Women’s Clinic, your partner can ask questions and share their concerns with a Male Advocate. Their questions will be addressed in a confidential, supportive environment.
As you learn pregnancy details through a limited ultrasound and discuss your options, determine your partner’s role. This is your pregnancy decision, and their level of involvement is up to you.
If your partner is unsupportive of a pregnancy option like parenting, know that this is a reflection of their fears or concerns.
And it doesn’t mean you won’t have support. We provide additional resources for parenting and adoption so you won’t move forward alone.
No-Cost and Confidential Options Counseling
Unsure which pregnancy option is best for you? Life’s Choices Women’s Clinic has registered nurses who supply information about abortion, adoption, and parenting.
We’re a medical facility with telehealth services, so you can be assured you’re receiving the best care. We provide all services in a nonjudgmental setting.
Contact us today to book a no-cost, confidential appointment. We believe in your ability to make a thoughtful decision.
Pregnancy Tests
If you have had unprotected sex or missed your period, you might wonder if you are pregnant. The first thing you should do is take a pregnancy test. We offer lab-quality pregnancy testing at no cost.
Ultrasounds
If you are pregnant, an ultrasound will help determine how far along you are, if the pregnancy is viable (growing), and if it’s located in the correct place. We offer limited obstetric ultrasounds at no cost.
STD Testing
When a person engages in sex or sex-like activity, there’s a chance of contracting an STD. Most people with an STD don’t have immediate symptoms. Regular testing helps prevent later physical risks. We offer no-cost and confidential STD testing to women and men.
Men MENtoring Men
Our fatherhood program, Men MENtoring Men, begins during the first medical appointment. Men MENtoring Men is the opportunity for you to meet with a male advocate to discuss your feelings about becoming a dad.
Pregnancy Tests
If you have had unprotected sex or missed your period, you might wonder if you are pregnant. The first thing you should do is take a pregnancy test. We offer lab-quality pregnancy testing at no cost.
Ultrasounds
If you are pregnant, an ultrasound will help determine how far along you are, if the pregnancy is viable (growing), and if it’s located in the correct place. We offer limited obstetric ultrasounds at no cost.
STD Testing
When a person engages in sex or sex-like activity, there’s a chance of contracting an STD. Most people with an STD don’t have immediate symptoms. Regular testing helps prevent later physical risks. We offer no-cost and confidential STD testing to women and men.
Men MENtoring Men
Our fatherhood program, Men MENtoring Men, begins during the first medical appointment. Men MENtoring Men is the opportunity for you to meet with a male advocate to discuss your feelings about becoming a dad.
