Life is filled with difficult conversations and decisions. How you handle your unexpected pregnancy is one of them. You may wonder whether you have to share the fact that you are considering an abortion with your partner.
Legally, you don’t have to tell anyone what choice you make, but keeping it a secret may be harder on you emotionally. It’s worth considering how this choice might impact your relationship and future.
Before you decide, talk with a caring client advocate at PCS Health. It costs nothing to speak with us, and our conversation remains strictly confidential. Contact us today.
The Future of Your Relationship
Pregnancy and abortion are life-changing experiences. It’s vital to have the support of others when facing these issues.
Keeping secrets builds mistrust. If you are in a committed relationship with your partner, it may be awkward to keep both your pregnancy and a subsequent abortion private. If your partner finds out, they may wonder what else you’ve kept from them.
Take a moment to consider how open communication can benefit both of you. Of course, if your relationship is more casual, it may not be necessary to share anything.
Your Reasons for Not Telling Him
Honesty is the best policy, but only if you have a healthy relationship. If you’re not sharing the information with your partner because you are afraid of physical, verbal, or mental abuse, that’s a different story.
Contact the National Domestic Violence Hotline at (800) 799-7233 for 24/7 support if you are in an abusive relationship. You should never make a critical decision like having an abortion out of fear.
Perhaps you’re hesitating to tell him because you already know your partner would not want you to get an abortion. Once again, if you are in a long-term relationship, it benefits both of you to discuss it thoroughly.
Are You Confident Abortion Is the Right Choice?
Have you researched abortion thoroughly? It’s important to learn about the various procedures and how to determine which method you qualify for. A limited obstetrical ultrasound determines how far along you are in your pregnancy, which usually determines the abortion procedure you have.
Ultrasound also detects if your pregnancy is developing or if you’ve had a miscarriage. Experts estimate that as many as 26% of all pregnancies end in a miscarriage, and you can still get a positive pregnancy test result days or even weeks afterward.
Although rare, it is also possible to have an ectopic pregnancy. Ectopic means the pregnancy implants and grows somewhere other than your uterus. This can be a life-threatening concern.
Getting the Help You Need
The team at PCS Health is ready to help you get answers and support. You can verify your pregnancy with free and confidential pregnancy testing and a limited obstetrical ultrasound.
Although we do not perform or refer for abortion, we’re not afraid to talk about it. We can help you learn about the various procedures, the side effects to expect, and the potential physical and emotional consequences.
We can also discuss whether or not you should talk with your partner. We’re ready to be a listening ear and provide the support you need. Schedule your free and confidential appointment today. We’re here for you.