Sharing Your Heart: How to Talk with Your Family When Considering Abortion
Opening up about a possible pregnancy decision can feel like an emotionally charged, challenging conversation. If abortion is the option you’re leaning toward, the thought of discussing it with your family might bring up feelings of fear, pressure, or uncertainty. Preparing ahead of time can help you feel more grounded as you take this next […]
How Does Abortion End My Pregnancy?
There are two types of abortion: medical and surgical. How far along you are in your pregnancy usually determines which type you qualify for. Although all abortions involve a measure of bleeding and cramping, it’s vital to know the specifics in case you have complications. The Embrace team wants to help protect your health and […]
What Can I Do if My Parents Want Me to Get an Abortion That I Don’t Want?
Being pressured by your parents to get an abortion is extremely hard, especially if you’re still living at home. They may threaten to kick you out or not support you physically or financially. The most important thing to remember is no one can legally force you to make one pregnancy decision over another. There are […]
Why Does an Ultrasound Matter if I’m Considering Abortion?
No matter what you choose to do about your unplanned pregnancy, an ultrasound answers three very essential questions: Is my pregnancy viable (developing) or have I miscarried? How far along am I in my pregnancy? Is the pregnancy safely located in the uterus? The answer to each one of these questions determines whether you qualify […]
What to Know If You’re Considering an Abortion?
Faced with an unplanned pregnancy means you are also needing to make a big decision. Do you get an abortion, or do you consider your other two choices: making an adoption plan or parenting? If you’re considering an abortion, make sure you confirm your pregnancy first. Embrace offers no cost and confidential pregnancy confirmation. Schedule […]
My Friends Are Telling Me to Abort, But I’m Not Ready
Choosing to have an abortion is a significant decision with the potential for physical and emotional risks. You are wise to wait to decide until you are more prepared. Your friends mean well, but only you can decide what is best for you. Get factual information about all of your options before you choose. Contact […]
I Already Have Mental Health Problems. Could Abortion Make It Worse?
Americans are in a “mental health crisis,” according to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC). Struggling with your mental health can affect everything you do, and we’re sorry you are having problems. Research shows that women who have had an abortion struggle more with their emotional and mental health than women who haven’t had one. […]
What to Do When Friends and Family Are Pressuring You Into an Abortion Decision
Discovering an unplanned pregnancy is stressful enough, but being pressured by friends and family to make one decision over another can push you over the edge. They mean well, but no one but you can decide what you should do, and no one can force you to choose abortion. First Things First: Have You Confirmed […]
Are There More Options Than Abortion?
Abortion is not your only pregnancy option. We are here to better inform you about your other options outside of abortion, including adoption and parenting. You deserve to know what each of these options entails and the support available for each. You are not alone, and you don’t have to have all the answers right […]
3 Things to Know if You Are Considering Mail-Order Abortion
Making a pregnancy decision can bring unexpected emotions into your life. You’ll want to select the best option for your situation, but there’s a lot of information to sort through. If you’re considering obtaining abortion drugs through the mail (“mail-order abortion”), know that your health and safety are paramount. There are several things you should […]