If you’re facing an unexpected pregnancy, it’s easy to feel like abortion is the only path forward. But there are other options that allow you to care for your future.
While making this decision can feel impossible, knowing your choices can help you move forward confidently. At Care Net Pregnancy Center of Borger, we provide the resources, support, and understanding you need.
You have two primary paths when continuing your pregnancy: parenting or adoption. Both come with unique considerations and opportunities to create a meaningful plan for your life and your child’s.
Parenting
Deciding to parent means stepping into a role that requires patience, flexibility, and resilience. From diaper changes to helping with homework, parenting can feel like an around-the-clock job.
It may mean adjusting your personal or professional goals, creating a financial plan, or relying on childcare support. These changes aren’t always easy, but they are part of building a foundation for your child’s future.
Parenting also brings opportunities to create memories and build a bond with your child. From their first steps to their first words, these milestones can be life-changing. Remember that support systems can make all the difference when parenting feels overwhelming.
Care Net offers an Earn-While-You-Learn program that helps parents thrive in their roles. This program includes parenting classes and practical assistance for everyday needs.
Adoption
Adoption provides a thoughtful alternative for those who aren’t ready or able to parent right now. It allows you to choose a qualified family for your child and decide the level of involvement you’d like to have in their life.
Whether you prefer an open adoption with regular updates, a semi-open arrangement, or a closed adoption for privacy, creating a plan that aligns with your preferences is flexible.
Adoption can also be a way to give your child the life you envision for them without losing sight of your own goals. You may also be able to receive financial and material assistance with your pregnancy, which can help reduce your concerns about money.
While it’s an emotional decision that may bring moments of uncertainty, many women find it empowering to know they’ve meaningfully provided for their child.
Care Net Is Here to Help
Every pregnancy experience is unique, and making these decisions is not easy. At Care Net Pregnancy Center of Borger, we offer free, quality pregnancy testing, ultrasounds, and other supportive services to help you navigate this time with clarity and care. Contact us to learn more about your options and how we can support you during this time. We’re here for you.
