Finding out you’re in the second trimester when you didn’t realize you were pregnant is shocking, but it happens to some women.
You could also have known you’re pregnant for a while, but have been weighing your pregnancy options.
No matter which category you fall into, you deserve to make an informed choice for your future. Keep reading to learn about your second-trimester options.
You can also talk with us in person by scheduling a confidential, no-cost appointment today to talk through your situation with a caring team member at Pregnancy Care Center.
NOTE: We offer accurate information about all your pregnancy options; however, we do not offer or refer for abortion services. The information presented on this website is intended for general education purposes only and should not be relied upon as a substitute for professional and/or medical advice.
Abortion in Tennessee
Tennessee law places heavy restrictions on abortion.
Currently, abortion is only permitted if the woman’s life or health is at serious risk (Tennessee HB1029). For women considering abortion for other reasons, this would require traveling out of state.
It’s also important to note that the abortion pill is only FDA-approved for use through 10 weeks of pregnancy, which is in the first trimester. Taking abortion pills later in pregnancy or without medical supervision can be very dangerous.
Parenting as an Option
Parenting is the natural outcome if you carry your pregnancy to term without creating alternative plans.
While it may feel impossible given your finances or life situation, there are many programs in Tennessee that can help. You may qualify for TennCare (Tennessee’s Medicaid program), which covers prenatal and delivery costs. WIC (Women, Infants, and Children) can also help with food and nutrition for both you and your baby.
Beyond state programs, Pregnancy Care Center offers emotional and material support, such as diapers, clothing, formula, and parenting classes to help prepare you to parent. Your partner is also welcome to join you for any of our services or classes.
Adoption as an Option
If you do not feel ready to parent, adoption is another path.
Adoption agencies in Tennessee allow you to choose the adoptive family and the type of adoption plan—open, semi-open, or closed. Your plan will determine how much contact you will have with the child and adoptive family moving forward.
The adoptive family is legally allowed to offer birth parents reasonable expenses over a specific amount of time. Adoptive families will also cover expenses not paid by insurance and legal fees.
Adoption can provide your child with a safe, stable home while giving you the peace of mind that they will have a bright future with loving adoptive parents.
Where Are You in the Process?
Whether you’re in the initial shock phase of finding out you’re pregnant or close to making a pregnancy decision, we are here to help.
We provide information and compassionate support so you can understand all the possibilities.
Schedule an appointment today to learn more about your options.
NOTE: We offer accurate information about all your pregnancy options; however, we do not offer or refer for abortion services. The information presented on this website is intended for general education purposes only and should not be relied upon as a substitute for professional and/or medical advice.
The Pregnancy Care Center does not perform or refer for abortions.