Considering the Parenting Option?

Whether you have positive or negative associations with parenting, thinking through them can provide a starting place for your desires for parenthood. Think about important questions like:

• What kind of parent do I want to be? List out the adjectives (caring, understanding, patient, etc.).
• If I have/had good parents, how can I look to them as an example of how to be an excellent parent to my child?
• If I have/had a difficult or absent parent, how can I view these experiences as an example of what I don’t want to be? 

While the challenges of parenting might seem overwhelming, reflecting on the kind of parent you want to be can give you a foundation to return to.

Confide in Someone You Trust

When seriously considering this option, it’s important to talk through all your fears and questions about parenting. Expressing your thoughts, feelings, and worries about parenting will help you get them out in the open so that you can deal with them.

Many other parents encounter the same anxieties, and hearing how they handled it can help you work through your situation. 

Talking to trusted family, friends, or even co-workers can prove beneficial. Don’t walk this road alone, and don’t regret exploring this option if it’s on your mind.

No-Cost Options Support

We know a pregnancy decision is not an easy one, and you may have questions and doubts about your options. While only you can determine how to move forward in your pregnancy, you’re not alone as you navigate this process.

Talk to us today about how to move forward in your pregnancy. We can point you to available community resources so you can make an informed decision.