An unplanned pregnancy can cause you and your partner to think about the future sooner than you expected. Maybe you are not seeing eye to eye on the next steps, and your partner has begun pressuring you to abort.

Read on to learn how you can navigate this pressure. You can also visit The Open Door in Breckenridge or Cisco for early pregnancy services and support.

Asking yourself the following questions can help you determine what’s next for your relationship and pregnancy. 

Why Is He Pressuring You?

Why do you think your partner is pressuring you? Getting to the heart of this pressure will help you better understand him and the situation. 

Sometimes, those who pressure you frame it as wanting what’s best for you, but that might not be the case. Your partner could be afraid to parent, nervous about finances, or have commitment issues.

If you learn the reason for the pressure, it can guide your conversations and help you talk about making a decision that you both feel confident about.

Are You in a Healthy Relationship?

Even though you spend the most time with your partner, you may not recognize you’re in an unhealthy or even abusive relationship. You may have grown accustomed to him pressuring you or becoming easily agitated.

However, a healthy relationship should not involve pressure. It should embrace open communication and calm dialogue. Your partner should respect you and value your feelings.

Contact the National Domestic Violence Hotline for assistance with an abusive relationship. You deserve to feel safe in a healthy relationship.

What Do You Want?

Have you always wanted to parent but didn’t expect it to happen so soon? Do you feel unprepared to parent but don’t like the idea of abortion?

As the pregnant woman, you are the number one decision-maker. Your hopes and dreams matter, and this choice will impact you the most—physically and mentally.

Take time to think about what YOU want. You owe it to yourself to make an empowered choice, not one others want you to make. 

Confidential Support in Texas

Being pressured can feel isolating, but you’re not alone. We can help you during this time and provide information on every option: parenting, abortion, and adoption.

You can also receive confidential pregnancy services, such as pregnancy testing and an ultrasound scan, at one of our two locations. Schedule your free appointment today.