Know Your Options

If you suspect you are pregnant, the first thing you need to do is take a pregnancy test. To schedule an appointment for a free pregnancy test, call 906-932-0414.

If you are pregnant, you have options. It's your life and you have the legal right to choose the outcome of your pregnancy. Before you decide, you need to be fully informed about the decision you make. Slow down, get the facts and take your time to explore your options. Come and talk with us. No person will be required to live with the consequences of this decision as much as you will.

Abortion is not just a simple medical procedure. For many women it comes with emotional, physical and spiritual risks-for the mother and the father of the baby. Truthful, accurate information about abortion procedures and fetal development are vital to good decision making. Approximately 30% of all pregnancies end in spontaneous miscarriage and if the pregnancy is not viable (alive), you don't need an abortion.

Parenting probably wasn't even on your radar screen at this point in your life. Often the thought of parenting is met with joy and excitement. However, when a pregnancy is unplanned, it can bring about fear and uncertainty. Parenting is not for everyone. However, with support, many women can overcome their fears and financial/life barriers and parent. Our center can help you decide if parenting is right for you. In addition, should you decide to parent, we can offer you guidance through referrals and access to some necessities for your baby.

Adopting a loving family for your child is a loving, unselfish option if you are not ready to parent. Adoption has changed dramatically over the years, allowing many more options for the birth parents--including the option to have ongoing contact with the adoptive family. Our center can provide more information on choosing an adoption plan as well as help you find the right agency to meet your needs.