Consider Your Choices
You have options.
Finding out you are pregnant can be overwhelming. So we’ll help you sort through your options and figure out next steps.

Abortion
If you’re thinking about having an abortion, it is important to remember that abortion is a medical procedure. What type will you have? What are the risks? You deserve to know the facts. You owe it to yourself to make an informed decision.
We know how you feel, and you’re not alone. Some of our staff have been where you are. If you’re considering abortion, you need to know:
You may also be interested in knowing:
- What kinds of abortion are available to you?
- What are your rights with abortion providers?
- Are there any short-term or long-term risks for abortion?
Parenting
Choosing to continue your pregnancy and to parent may feel overwhelming at first. The good news is that there are a lot of resources designed to specifically help people in your situation. At Gateway Women’s Care we are ready to connect you with resources such as:
- Medicaid
- Prenatal clinics
- Low cost medical service providers
- County resources – Child care assistance, Pregnancy Care Management
- Ob/Gyn Physicians
- Childbirth and Infant care classes
- Community resources that will assist with baby supplies
Many women and men find the help they need to make this choice a positive one!


Adoption
Placing your child for adoption may not be your first thought if you are facing an unplanned pregnancy. However, you may be pleased to know you have lots of choices with adoption. Will it be open, semi-open or closed? Will it be private or will you use an agency?
An adoption plan may be the right choice for you if you are not ready to be a parent and do not want an abortion. In today’s adoptions, you can select the family for your child, you can know your child and be a part of your child’s life. With any type of adoption, you can have the peace of knowing your choice has given your child a future.
Research has shown that pregnant teens and women who make an adoption plan are more likely to finish schooling, have better jobs and overall report a high level of satisfaction with their decision for adoption. 74