Are you experiencing an unwanted Pregnancy ?

Well first let me begin by telling you that you are not alone I am sure right now there is another girl somewhere across town that is feeling the same way you are. Some of the emotions you may be experiencing could be:

• ·         Anxiety
• ·         Depression
• ·         Stress
• ·         Fear
• ·         Guilt

I must again remind you these feelings you are experiencing are normal. In this situation you have many options. You must make sure that before you decide to do anything, really think about what do you want to do? Remember you decided to sleep with someone unprotected so therefore it is not the babies fault so at this moment you should realize that the earlier you make your decision the better. A lot of teens get pregnant by accident but are scared to tell their parents, some teens don’t want to be pregnant out of fear of losing the person they made the baby with or even in some circumstances they get pregnant on purpose because they are under the false notion that the man that impregnanted them will stay with them, however; that is hardly the case. Irregardless of why or how you got pregnant is unimportant because the act has already been commited the biggest question is what do you do from here. I listed below some options of alternatives :

Adoption

Many women who find themselves with an unwanted pregnancy choose to carry the baby to term and give it up for adoption so another family may raise the child. There are millions of good parents who are unable to have biological children and would love to welcome a new child into their home. The Child Welfare Information Gateway is a good resource for more information about your adoption options.

Open Adoption

Depending on the adoption agency and the level of openness you choose, you may be able to meet with the adoptive family before you give birth. This can help you get to know the environment your child will grow up in and can make you feel more comfortable with your choice.

After the child's birth, there are several different ways to have an open adoption, ranging from occasional contact and communication to being an active part of the adoptive family. These relationships can be very rewarding, but they may also be difficult to maintain. It's important that you speak with an adoption counselor or lawyer about your options and that you and the adoptive family agree about the relationship.

Closed Adoption

A closed, or confidential, adoption means that after you give birth, you will have no contact with the child or adoptive family. Sometimes, you can make provisions that will allow the child to contact you when they reach adulthood.

 

Abortion

 For some women, abortion is the best option for unwanted pregnancy. It's important that you make sure you visit a trained medical professional for an abortion. The National Abortion Federation and Planned Parenthood are both good resources that provide abortion information and a list of providers in your state.

 When researching an abortion facility, make sure that the clinic you choose actually performs the abortion procedure you have chosen. Some anti-abortion organizations advertise themselves as "crisis pregnancy centers" or "pregnancy alternatives," but they do not provide any actual abortion services.

 Since the laws vary by state, you will need to find out what your abortion options for unwanted pregnancy are. In some places, you will need to wait 24 hours after consulting with a counselor at an abortion clinic. You may need a parent's involvement if you are under 18.

Keeping the Baby

 Sometimes, the best option for unwanted pregnancy is having the baby and raising it. Although the pregnancy may be unplanned or come as a surprise, it might turn out to be a positive experience that you were not expecting. If you decide to keep the child, make sure you get proper prenatal care and follow a healthy diet.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Jacksonville Clinics for termination clinics:                                                

  Jacksonville Womens Center                                                                                     

4131 University Center Drive

Jacksonville                                                                                                                       

(904) 448-8877                                 

Beach Boulevard

Jacksonville

(904) 399-2800

3599 University Blvd, Building 1200

(904) 398-8005

 

Jacksonville Adoption Agencies:

 ·        Adoption Attorneys Shorstein & Kelly

Caring adoption services to birth mothers is a responsibility we take to heart. We have helped thousands of women - before, during and after the adoption experience. We're here to help you  let us know how. (Offices in Jacksonville and Daytona Beach)

Services: 

 Adoption Attorneys • Birthmother Housing • Stepparent Adoption

Toll - free (800) 348-6434

Phone (904) 348-6400

Contact: Michael Shorstein, Esq.

3821 Atlantic Blvd. Jacksonville, FL  32247

·        First Coast Adoption Professionals

At First Coast Adoption Professionals providing quality, caring adoption services to birthmothers and adoptive parents is a responsibility we take to heart. Over the years, First Coast Adoption Professionals has helped thousands of birthmothers and adoptive parents - before, during and after the adoption experience. We're here to help - let us know how.

Visit our Web site

Services:  Adoption Agencies • Home Studies • Support for Adoptees/Birthparents

Toll -free (800) 262-2186

Phone  (904) 394-5763

6261 Dupont Station Court East

Jacksonville, FL  32217

 ·        Courageous Choice

Considering adoption? It's your choice. Choose the perfect adoptive parents for your baby. No fees to pregnant women considering adoption. (Call toll-free 24 hours a day for no fee, no obligation information .

 Medical and living assistance available) .We're here to help. Services free to Birthparents.

Visit our Web site

Services: 

Birthmother Housing • Christian Adoption • Education & Training • Support (General)

Toll -free (866) 359-3155

 ·        What should I do if I want to drop my baby off at a safe shelter where can go what do I do?

Determine where the baby will be dropped off. The places where you may legally drop off a baby vary from state to state. Check your state’s law, with an attorney, or with the National Safe Haven Alliance’s website to determine applicable safe haven locations in your state. Every state allows for an unwanted, unharmed baby to be relinquished to an employee on duty at a licensed hospital. Other safe haven locations may include:

 

Police and fire stations

Most states have designated police and fire stations as safe haven locations. In states where police and fire stations have been named as safe havens, the baby must be left with an on-duty employee.

Hospitals

Most states have designated hospitals as safe haven locations. Some require that the baby be relinquished at a specific location within the hospital, while others allow the baby to be left with any adult working in the hospital. In some states you may also leave a newborn at the hospital where you gave birth and let an employ know you will not be returning.

Churches

In states where churches are considered safe havens, the law generally requires that the baby be left inside and that persons are present at the church at the time. Some states require the baby be handed to an employee with emergency medical training.

Medical centers

 In states where medical centers are designated safe havens the laws are very clear; babies can be left at medical centers during business hours and only with an on duty employee of that medical center.

Adoption agencies

Very few states consider adoption agencies as safe haven drop offs. In those states that allow a baby to be dropped off at an adoption agency, the baby must be handed to an employee of the adoption agency during normal business hours.

Welfare agencies

A few states allow licensed welfare agencies to act as safe havens. In these states, the baby must be handed to a volunteer or employee of the company during normal business hours.

 Other

A handful of states allow a parent to call 911 and relinquish a baby to an Emergency Medical Technician (“EMT”) or 911 responder, or leave the baby with an employee at a birthing center, institutional infirmary, or other medical facility.

Before you act read this:

Determine what information, if any, should accompany the baby. While all states will allow the mother or person dropping the baby off to remain anonymous, some will provide the person dropping the baby off with a questionnaire that can be dropped in any mailbox once completed. The questionnaire contains simple questions about the baby's medical history, and any serious medical conditions the mother or father may have. You may also wish to consider preparing a simple document with the baby's date of birth and any serious medical conditions that run on the mother or father's side of the family to leave with the baby to ensure he or she gets proper medical care.

·         Prepare to drop the baby off

 Some things you should do to prepare the baby include:

Feed the baby. Ensure that the baby has been well fed and will not need to eat again for at least    a couple of hours.

Bathe the baby. Wash the baby and his or her hair thoroughly with baby soap and shampoo.

Dress the baby appropriately. A good rule to follow is to dress the baby as you would dress. For example, if it cold outside and you are wearing long pants and a sweater, dress the baby in a long pants and a sweater.

·        Drop off the baby

Most state laws require that you hand the unwanted baby to a responsible adult employed at the safe haven location you have chosen. To do this:

Choose an adult employee or staff member. This may be a nurse at a hospital, police officer at a police station, or pastor at a church.

Tell the adult you have chosen that the baby is unwanted and you are leaving him or her pursuant to your state’s safe haven laws.

Hand over the baby and any blankets, bottles, or toys you have brought for the baby, as well as any writing you have prepared, such as the baby’s name, date of birth, or medical history, to the chosen adult.

If any further assistance is needed please email me for any suggestions, advice or if I can be any assistance (located on home page)

Good luck and God Bless You are in our prayers.