Finding out that you are pregnant can suddenly flip your world upside down. You may be considering an abortion and don’t know how to tell your partner, or if you need to tell them at all.
Whether you choose to tell your partner is a personal decision, and it may depend on your relationship and how you expect them to respond.
Before having a conversation, understanding how your pregnancy is developing and learning about your options can help you make an informed decision. New Life Pregnancy Resource Center is here for you throughout this unexpected pregnancy.
We offer confidential support where you can get accurate information about abortion and your other options. You can also confirm your pregnancy with no-cost pregnancy testing and a limited obstetric ultrasound.
Schedule your appointment at our center today.
Learn the Facts About Your Pregnancy First
It can be helpful to understand your pregnancy and options before having a conversation with your partner.
If you’ve already taken a pregnancy test, you may not see the need for any further pregnancy confirmation; however, a pregnancy test does not provide the important details that an ultrasound can.
A limited obstetric ultrasound at our center can show you the location of your pregnancy, how far along you are, and whether the pregnancy is developing. These details can affect your health and options.
For example, the abortion pill is only approved through ten weeks gestation by the FDA. Knowing the location can also help determine whether your pregnancy could be ectopic, which requires urgent medical attention.
If You Feel Comfortable Talking to Your Partner
If you feel safe doing so, having an honest conversation with your partner about your feelings can be beneficial. Although it may be difficult, sharing how you feel can allow your partner to support you.
Even if you and your partner do not agree about what to do next, talking openly can help you understand each other and build trust in your relationship.
If You Feel Pressured or Unsafe
Your safety is a priority. If you think your partner may react in an unsafe way, it’s perfectly okay to refrain from speaking with them about this. You are not legally obligated to tell your partner anything about your pregnancy.
If you have concerns about your safety, please reach the National Domestic Violence Hotline anytime at 1-800-799-7233.
If you still want to tell your partner, consider doing so over the phone or in another way that lets you maintain some distance.
Find a Confidential Place to Talk
New Life Pregnancy Center can provide you with free pregnancy services to confirm your pregnancy and give you compassionate and non-judgmental support, regardless of which option you are considering.
You deserve to have a safe place where you can seek answers and express any concerns about your pregnancy. We can discuss abortion, parenting, and adoption so you can feel confident and fully informed moving forward.
Contact us to make your appointment.
New Life Pregnancy Resource Center does not provide or refer for abortions.
All abortion information sourced in this blog is based on accurate information at the time of writing.