Sharing which pregnancy option you’re considering might feel like one of the scariest moments of your life. If you’re unsure how your family will react, preparing for this conversation may feel overwhelming.
Luckily, you don’t have to figure things out alone. Keep reading to learn helpful tips for the upcoming conversation.
Come to the Conversation Prepared
Your family will likely want to know why you’re leaning toward abortion, when you first started considering this option, and what research you’ve done.
Though you shouldn’t feel obligated to provide all the details if you feel uncomfortable, coming to the conversation prepared can make a tremendous difference.
For example, you’ll want to be ready to answer questions about side effects and risks and which procedure you’re considering. These are valid concerns, and since they can affect your health, gathering all the information you can is crucial.
Abortion is a serious decision, and your family will likely want to know what you’re thinking and feeling in these moments.
Allow Time to Process the Conversation
When you share this news with your family, they might be supportive or express concern, confusion, or even anger. Remember that you cannot control your loved ones’ emotions, especially because discussing pregnancy options can be very stressful.
This can be a difficult conversation, so allow your family time to process what you’ve shared. If you were leaning toward parenting or adoption but felt your loved ones wouldn’t be supportive, you might find that they will provide more help than you expected.
Firm boundaries are essential for this conversation. You alone can make the pregnancy decision, and no one has the right to force you into something you’re uncomfortable with.
Sage Women’s Center will provide accurate information about your choices. You don’t have to enter the conversation and make a pregnancy decision alone.
Here for You
We provide evidence-based options education as you move through the pregnancy decision-making process. As you prepare to have this conversation with your family, we’ll offer unbiased information so you know all options, including abortion, parenting, and adoption.
Sage Women’s Center knows an unexpected pregnancy can be very challenging. However, you don’t have to walk alone.
Schedule a no-charge, private appointment today.
Sage Women’s Center does not provide or refer for abortions.