Whether you are pregnant or not, if you and your partner are or will be having sex, now is the time to have an honest conversation. Everyone who is sexually active should be talking about what to do in case of an unplanned pregnancy and STD testing.
Stay healthy and safe. Contact Southwest Options for Women for STD testing referrals.
If you’ve discovered you are unexpectedly pregnant, you have a big decision to make. Choosing to have an abortion affects you and your partner. We recommend getting the facts together so you can both determine if it’s the best choice moving forward.
Talking About Abortion
Abortion is a heavy topic. Not only are there physical aspects to consider, but you also need to discuss each other’s emotional thoughts about the subject. Knowing about one another’s opinions on abortion can help you determine if this person is on the same page as you.
If you merely want to know your partner’s thoughts about abortion, now is the best time to bring up the topic. Although it can be awkward, discussing sexual issues is vital for your health and the health of your relationship.
When faced with an unplanned pregnancy, discuss abortion as one of your options. Although you are not legally required to tell your partner you are considering abortion, discussing it with them may help you know what’s best for both of you.
You do have two other options: placing your child for adoption or parenting. Review these options as well so you can confidently decide the best outcome.
Before Having an Abortion
Before getting an abortion for an unplanned pregnancy, experts recommend meeting with your healthcare provider. If you are considering using abortion drugs, find out the following first:
- How far along are you in your pregnancy? The FDA only approves abortion drugs through ten weeks of pregnancy.
- Is your pregnancy ectopic? An ectopic pregnancy is one that grows outside the uterus and can be extremely dangerous.
- Is your pregnancy progressing, or did you miscarry? Experts estimate that 26% of all pregnancies end in a miscarriage.
An ultrasound can give you the above information. Although Southwest Options for Women does not perform or refer for abortion, we do offer free limited obstetrical ultrasound examinations.
Southwest Options for Women Can Help You
We are here for you if you need someone to talk to. No subject is too difficult to discuss with a Southwest Options for Women client advocate, and we can help you sort through hard conversations with your partner.
We also offer free and confidential pregnancy services, such as pregnancy testing, ultrasounds, material resources, and referrals, if you are facing an unplanned pregnancy. You can conveniently schedule an appointment online or call us at (952) 938-4496. You are important to us.
All abortion information sourced in this blog is based on accurate information at the time of writing.