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Houston, Texas 77092
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Abortion Alternatives
It is best to explore all of your options for handling an unplanned pregnancy. There is help available if you find yourself in an unplanned pregnancy situation.
  • Points To Consider For Making A Decision:
    • It takes courage to explore ALL pregnancy options.
    • FEAR often leads to quick decisions, which many women regret later in life.
    • Be Brave. Take TIME to get the FACTS.
Parenting
Know that you are not alone out there. there are billions of parents in the world. There is always a first time for parents and no one was given a manuel. It is normal to feel anxious because it is something you have never experienced before and even for experienced moms every pregnancy and child is different. But don't let the anxiety take over. Focus instead on the joy and excitement and begin to prepare for the future. The first thing you should be concerned about is having a healthy pregnancy. This means taking care of you and the baby. First, you should see a health-care provider as soon as possible. If you need financial assistance or do not have insurance, there are a number of good options, like applying for Medicaid. There are also free parenting classes available as well at many places. If you feel like you are in an abusive relationship or situation, know that there are safe places for you to stay and people gladly willing to help.

The most important thing about having a child is not the amount of money or toys they have. Is that what you remember from your childhood? The best gift you have to offer is yourself. Spending time with your child helps them grow and develop. It gives them a model to follow and also shows that they are worth your time.
Adoption
Adoption is an option if you find yourself in an unplanned pregnancy. The mother may have many questions, such as "What will people think?" or "Will I get to choose the adoptive family?". Even though there are more questions that ponders in the mother's mind about adoption, it is in the end the ultimate selfless act for both her and the child.

Adoption has changed a lot over the past couple of decades. Birth mothers have much more say in the adoption process. Adoption is a loving option that allows pregnant women to make their own unique adoption plan.

  • Adoption Is A Positive Experience
    • Your pregnancy ends with giving life.
    • You may feel good and positive about your choice.
    • You can choose the option of closed, semi-open or open adoption.
      • Closed Adoption
        • There is not any interaction between the birth and adoptive parents.
        • Birth parents may choose the adoptive parents.
      • Semi-Open Adoption
        • Allows contact between birth and adoptive parents.
        • Interaction is usually in the form of photos and letters.
        • No face-to-face contact, except during the matching process.
        • Discuss options of contact with adoptive parents.
      • Open Adoption
        • The MOST open form of adoption.
        • Each and every adoption is unique and different on the level of openness.
        • It is common for face-to-face visits before and after placement.
        • In choosing an adoptive family, it is good to establish similar terms for contact after placement.
    • You can pursue earlier goals and plans.
    • You can live independently.
    • You will not have to be a parent before you are ready.
    • You will have freedom to choose if you want a long-term relationship with the baby's father.
    • You can resume your education or career.
 
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