Is Abortion or Adoption Right for Me?

If you're not ready to parent, you still have two pregnancy options: abortion and adoption. Especially when you're dealing with an unplanned pregnancy, the weight of your decision can feel overwhelming.

The best thing you can do is be fully informed of each option so you can make the right decision for you. However, contact us at Heartbeat of Lima if you want to talk to someone. We offer pregnancy options consultations so you can get the answers to your questions.

Continue reading to learn more about abortion and adoption.

Abortion is a procedure to terminate an existing pregnancy. There are two types of abortion procedures: medical and surgical. Medical abortion uses powerful drugs, while surgical abortion uses a combination of drugs, surgical instruments, or suction.

Which one you're eligible for depends on various factors, most importantly your gestational age (how far along you are).

A medical abortion is FDA-approved through ten weeks gestation. Other factors to consider before seeking one include if you:

• Have an intrauterine device (IUD) currently in place.
• Have a suspected pregnancy outside of the uterus. This is called ectopic pregnancy.
• Have certain medical conditions. These include bleeding disorders, certain heart or blood vessel diseases, severe liver, kidney, or lung disease, or an uncontrolled seizure disorder.
• Take a blood thinner or certain steroid medicines.
• Can't make follow-up visits to your provider or don't have access to emergency care.
• Have an allergy to the medicine used.

It's critical to understand abortion is a serious medical procedure: you should know the risks of medical abortions and the risks of surgical abortions before seeking one.

While this option requires carrying your pregnancy to term, modern adoption gives women significant control of the process.

You can choose the family and type of communication plan. Three types of plans are available: open, semi-open, and closed. Each type offers varying degrees of communication and privacy. The choice is entirely yours, and you should feel no pressure to select a particular option.

It's important to understand that you will not pay for adoption services. Additionally, you might be eligible for financial and material support to cover expenses related to your pregnancy. Adoption agencies are designed to assist both you and your child.

Adoption is not "giving up your child." It's a brave and selfless act that grants a family the opportunity to have children and provide a loving home for them.

No matter what option you're leaning toward, get a pregnancy options consultation with us at Heartbeat of Lima.

We're here to give you all the facts surrounding your options and provide free pregnancy services to help you make a confident choice.

Find a location near you by contacting us today.