What are My Pregnancy Options?

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An unplanned pregnancy can feel overwhelming. Before you make a decision, you’ll want to educate yourself about all of your options. Keep reading to learn about abortion, parenting, and adoption! 

 

 

1. Abortion Options

Abortion ends a pregnancy using pills or a surgery. 

 

What should I know before an abortion?

Before choosing an abortion, you should confirm the viability of your pregnancy with an ultrasound. An ultrasound will also tell you how far along you are  so that you know which type of abortion you could choose. 

You should also consider abortion state laws and the cost of an abortion. 

 

What is the abortion pill? 

The abortion pill has been approved by the FDA for up to 10 weeks of pregnancy. The abortion pill involves two medications. The first medication, mifepristone, interferes with the pregnancy’s progesterone receptors and prevents the pregnancy from developing. The second medication, misoprostol, causes the uterus to cramp and expel the pregnancy. 

 

What are abortion pill risks? 

The abortion pills (or a medical abortion) can cause cramping and bleeding for up to four weeks. Complications after taking the first abortion pill (mifepristone) can include prolonged bleeding, an infection, an allergic reaction, or an incomplete abortion, which could require further medical intervention. Women should receive follow-up care to evaluate for any complications. 

 

What is a surgical abortion? 

In a surgical abortion, a provider dilates a woman’s cervix before removing the pregnancy using a curette to scrape out the uterus, a suction catheter, forceps, or other instruments. 

 

What are the risks of a surgical abortion? 

Complications from a surgical abortion can include bleeding, infection, and pain.

 In some cases, the surgical abortion is incomplete, so an additional procedure is required. In rare cases, surgical abortions could perforate the uterus or surrounding organs. Multiple surgical abortions could lead to scarring within the uterus which could cause infertility in the future.

Call Cookeville Pregnancy Clinic for an appointment today at (931)526-5525.

 

2. Parenting Options

The decision to parent your baby can be rewarding, but also intimidating. You may be wondering, “Is now the right time?” or “Do I have enough money for a baby?” or “Will my partner or family help me parent?”

At Cookeville Pregnancy Clinic, our compassionate staff will listen to your concerns, and empower you through each step of your pregnancy. You don’t have to do this alone! We offer resources, referrals, and support that include:

  • Community Referrals- We understand that parenting comes with many needs. These referrals offer you resources in the community. 
  • Thrive-Parent Education Program- Take parenting classes and earn free items such as maternity clothes, baby clothes, diapers, formula, and other items!
  • Maternity Home Referral- If you need housing during your pregnancy, you have options! We can refer to a maternity home that could offer you a safe space for you during and after your pregnancy. 

If you’re unsure about parenting, call Cookeville Pregnancy Clinic at (931) 526-5525. 

 

3. Adoption Options

Many women feel that they could never “give their baby away,” but adoption offers many benefits to the birth mother, the baby, and the adoptive family. Women who choose to place their babies for adoption make an incredibly brave choice.  

 

How does adoption work? 

A woman may decide to begin the adoption process during any point in her pregnancy. An adoption agency guides the birth mother throughout the entire process, empowering her to make an adoption plan. Cookeville Pregnancy Clinic can refer you to an adoption agency or private adoption attorney. 

 

How much does an adoption cost? 

Birth mothers pay nothing to place their babies for adoption. In fact, adoptive families will often pay for certain costs on behalf of the birth mother. An agency guides this process.

 

Pregnancy Options in Cookeville, Tennessee

Unfortunately, lots of misconceptions exist about abortion, parenting, and adoption. Cookeville Pregnancy Clinic is here to provide you with information you need during your decision making process. We want to help you take it one step at a time, so call us at (931) 526-5525 for a free, confidential appointment. 

Please be aware that Cookeville Pregnancy Clinic does not provide or refer for abortion services. 

 

Sources

1. FDA. (2023, January). Questions and Answers on Mifepristone for Medical Termination of Pregnancy Through Ten Weeks Gestation. FDA. https://www.fda.gov/drugs/postmarket-drug-safety-information-patients-and-providers/questions-and-answers-mifepristone-medical-termination-pregnancy-through-ten-weeks-gestation?sm_guid=NTU1NzgyfDYzMDE1OTM2fC0xfGppbUBha2ZhbWlseS5vcmd8NTY4OTI4MXx8MHwwfDE5OTYwMDk4OHwxMDg2fDB8MHx8NTQ3NzI2fDA1

2. Cleveland Clinic. (2024). Medical Abortion. Cleveland Clinic. https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/treatments/21899-medical-abortion

3. Ibid.

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5. Mayo Clinic Staff. (2023, November 7). Dilation and curettage (D&C). Mayo Clinic. https://www.mayoclinic.org/tests-procedures/dilation-and-curettage/about/pac-20384910

6. Yvonne Butler Tobah. (2022, August 4). Could an elective abortion increase the risk of problems in a subsequent pregnancy? Mayo Clinic. https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/getting-pregnant/expert-answers/abortion/faq-20058551

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