What do you do when those closest to you start pushing you toward a decision that doesn’t feel right? Pressure from family or friends to choose abortion can leave you feeling stuck, unheard, and unsure of what to do next.
How can you hold firm in your decision while dealing with well-meaning but overwhelming advice? Here’s what you can do to navigate this difficult situation with strength and resilience.
Your decision should be your own—one that isn’t influenced by guilt or outside expectations. Studies show that women who feel pressured into abortion are more likely to experience guilt, anxiety, depression, and other negative mental health outcomes.
Protecting your mental and emotional health starts with making a choice that aligns with what you truly want.
Since you understand why this decision needs to be yours, here are some practical steps to help you handle outside pressure.
You don’t have to decide right away. Take a moment, think through your feelings, and give yourself the gift to reflect without feeling rushed. You're less likely to regret a decision made on your terms.
Abortion isn’t your only choice. Parenting and adoption are also possibilities, each with its own forms of support and resources. Learning more about these options can help you make an informed decision you feel at peace with.
It can be tough to stand your ground when others have strong opinions about your decision. Clearly expressing your thoughts by setting boundaries can help you avoid unwanted pressure. Letting others know you need time and space to think can help shift the conversation away from their influence and back to what’s best for you.
Getting a different perspective on your situation can be helpful when seeking advice from someone outside your inner circle.
This could be a professional counselor, an online support group, or a caring team member at
Collage. You deserve people in your life who want to understand you without judgment.
Even if those around you don’t fully understand, there are people who do. A supportive environment can make all the difference as you navigate this decision.
Collage is here to walk with you during this time. We offer lab-quality pregnancy testing, limited OB ultrasounds, pregnancy options information, and more at no cost so you can get informed and have the support you need to move forward with certainty.
Schedule a confidential appointment today.
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