Facing a pregnancy without your partner’s support can make an overwhelming situation all the more intense. However, it’s essential to make sure you’re making your own pregnancy decision without coercion.
If your partner doesn’t support your pregnancy, there are steps you can take to navigate the situation. Read on to learn more about these steps, or reach out today to find a safe space to talk and ask questions.
1. Acknowledge Your Feelings
Feeling hurt, scared, or even angry is okay if your partner isn’t supportive. Acknowledge your emotions and give yourself the space to process them.
Talking to a trusted friend, counselor, or one of our caring team members here at Pregnancy Care Center can help you work through these feelings in a healthy way.
2. Determine If Your Relationship Is Healthy or Abusive
If your partner doesn’t support your pregnancy, but you would like to parent, it’s important to consider whether your relationship with your partner is healthy or abusive.
In a healthy relationship, each partner should respect the other’s feelings and opinions. If you feel like your partner isn’t respecting your decision, or if he’s pressuring you or making you feel threatened to choose a pregnancy option you don’t agree with, this is a sign of abuse.
If your partner is abusive and not supportive of your pregnancy, it’s essential to think about ways you can move forward without your partner. While this might feel scary, you’re not in this alone—and resources are available to help.
2. Establish Open Communication
If your partner isn’t abusive and you think there’s hope to move forward together, then it’s important to have an honest and calm conversation with your partner. Share your thoughts, emotions, and needs, and listen to their concerns as well. While you may not agree on everything, clear communication can help you better understand each other’s perspectives and find a way to work together.
It’s also important to remember that even if they aren’t supportive right now, they may just need time to process their feelings.
3. Focus on Your Needs and Goals
Remember, your journey is unique, and your choices are yours to make. Consider what’s best for you and your situation, whether that means parenting, choosing adoption, or exploring other options.
Reflect on your values and long-term goals to guide your decision. If you feel pressured be sure to talk with someone you trust and seek out the support you need to make a decision you are comfortable with.
We’re Here for You
Navigating this time can make it feel like you’re completely alone, but you’re not. At Pregnancy Care Center, we’re here for you every step of the way.
Contact us today to learn about all the ways we’re here to help.
*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.