Keeping the baby

Having a baby is a major life-changing event and, as such, may mean that much of your current lifestyle will change.

• You may need to give up work or study temporarily. Financial matters may then become an immediate concern.
• You may feel that your relationships with your partner, family or friends are jeopardized. For some women, how, when or if to tell others may be the biggest hurdle.
• You may have concerns about the physical and emotional changes, which occur during pregnancy, and have questions about the health care you will need.
• You may wish to seek information about the birth and find out how best to prepare for having a baby.
• You may be overwhelmed by the responsibility of bringing up a child, particularly if you are a single parent.

At PCL, our counsellors will encourage you to talk about your situation and explore the option of keeping your baby. Continued counselling and support is also available throughout your pregnancy and after your baby is born.

Click here to make an appointment at PCL, or use our easy email form for further information.

If you believe that you cannot bring up a child, but you want to allow your pregnancy to continue, adoption may be an option for you.