You may be nervous to share with your family about your consideration of abortion, let alone your pregnancy news. You are not alone. Here are some tips to prepare for the conversation and to go in mentally prepared, including coming up with a plan and getting more abortion information beforehand.
Have a Tentative Plan
While you can’t be completely prepared for a difficult conversation around an unexpected pregnancy, you can go in armed with a plan. Before jumping into a deep conversation about your pregnancy and abortion, have a tentative idea of what your next steps are.
Prepare some questions to ask your family and get an idea of answers to some of the questions you expect them to ask you. You will thank yourself later for being emotionally prepared.
Try Your Best to Stay Open
Being open in your conversation around pregnancy and abortion doesn’t mean you have to let others pressure you into something you don’t want to do. Staying open means considering any input from the family members you trust and who care about you.
It’s easy to get defensive during an emotional time like this, but take the time you need to get more input and perspective from those around you.
Get More Abortion Information
Consider getting more information about abortion before going into the conversation so you can feel confident about your decision and be aware of the risks.
Along with a positive pregnancy test, It’s vital to confirm your pregnancy details with an ultrasound to confirm how far along you are and the location of your pregnancy to determine what type of abortion procedure you may be eligible for.
An ultrasound can also alert you to possible complications such as miscarriage or ectopic pregnancy.
At ABBA Women’s Choice, we provide free and confidential lab-quality pregnancy testing and limited obstetric ultrasounds for free. Schedule an appointment today. You are not alone.
*We don’t provide or refer for abortions