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I am 18, leaving for college in 3 days, and almost 9 weeks pregnant.
After being diagnosed with a "stomach virus" by 2 doctors since early August, producing a negative urine test, and finally being given a blood pregnancy test, I found out I was pregnant 1 week ago. It's certainly NOT a stomach virus haha. Since the beginning, I knew that abortion was not an option. My boyfriend of over a year is scared, I know, but I need his support. He felt strongly about me getting an abortion and so did his father, but I explained to him that I just can't. Now he really wants me to check into adoption, and so do I...I think. He was really coming around, and I appreciated it so much, yet this weekend he has not spoken to me because of a fight we got into. In the beginning when he was strongly pro-abortion, I spoke to a friend of his to try to really understand what he was thinking. I had not yet told him that I spoke to that friend, and now he's upset that I went behind his back. I somewhat understand but I feel it's trivial in the grand scheme of things right now. He was supposed to be moving to Philadelphia in a month to be with me, but now I honestly don't know what's going on. My parents have been very supportive, especially my mother. They say that they support me in whatever decision I make, yet they too are clearly pro-adoption. I've tried to explain that it's hard and I'm trying but then there's a part of me that thinks maybe I could parent. I keep thinking about all the expenses, though, and my parents remind me of that. I know I have some time to decide and I know I can get some counseling while at my first semester of school but I'm just so overwhelmed. Some days I think adoption could be right yet I find myself thinking of my unborn baby and the unconditional amount of love (among other things) I know can offer it.
Help :(
I have COMPLETELY forgotten to update my thread, but I wanted everyone to know that I had my baby--a little girl!--on March 30. At about 35 weeks into my pregnancy I decided to parent, and I now I just couldn't imagine my life without her! The last month of my pregnancy was a bit hectic trying to get everything together for her arrival, but we did it. My boyfriend has really come around. He was there for the delivery, and now he comes to visit her. This past week or so has been a little rough with him, but he's obviously not my top concern right now. I know he loves her very much, and that's what matters most.
Thanks again to everyone for all of your kind words, encouragement, and support!
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Congratulations! I am glad you came to a decision that is making your life so full of happiness. That is what it is all about.
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Congratulations on the birth of your daughter. Live each day as fully as you can and enjoy this time.
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Congratulations and Happy Mother's Day!
I am so happy for you and your little baby girl. How are your parents doing?
Happy G'Ma
Just catching this thread and wanted to say Congrats!!!!
:-) :-)
Wishing you and your little girl the best life has to offer!!
:-)
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pregnancy crisis services in your area? They usually provide "free" counseling and are a wealth of information. You want one that has your best interests at heart. Whether you decide to raise your child or adoption, I'm sure you will make the best decision. You seem to have a good head on your shoulders since you are thinking things through and exploring options.