Unplanned Pregnancy Options: Expert Counseling and Support for Every Woman
Finding out you are pregnant can be a life-changing experience. While it can be exciting, it can also be overwhelming and even scary. Especially when the pregnancy is unexpected. Unintended pregnancy in the United States is very common. If you’re facing an unplanned pregnancy, it’s essential to seek counseling and support in making decisions. Counseling is a form of confidential, social support that can help you navigate the emotional and physical changes that come with pregnancy.
In this article, we want to provide women, like you, with information about available counseling services. Our team of experts are here to support you through this new season. And to provide you with necessary guidance and resources.
An unplanned pregnancy is exactly what it sounds like: an unintended pregnancy. This surprise can happen to anyone at any season of life. And for most women, it is overwhelming and scary. It’s natural to feel uncertain about what to do, or where to begin. Like, what are your options even? Thankfully, you do not have to depend on unstable relationships or go through it alone. At Mosaic Virginia, we are here to support you every step of the way.
The Benefits of Counseling and Social Support
- Dealing with an unplanned pregnancy can be overwhelming, but you don’t have to go through it alone. Counseling and support services are designed to provide you with emotional support. Our compassionate counselors listen to you, offer you unbiased guidance, and provide you with a safe space to process your thoughts and feelings.
- Counselors can also connect you to resources for prenatal care, financial assistance, and other practical needs. For example, our counselors at Mosaic can inform you of your legal rights here in Virginia and on a national level. With that, counselors can then inform you of all of your pregnancy options. And, with what you choose to share with your counselor, they can help you process your unique situation and guide you to appropriate resources.
- From understanding each pregnancy trimester to the end-of-pregnancy decision, counseling can provide vital, ongoing support in a safe, non-judgmental space. So, you can safely process and explore your thoughts and feelings.
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Why Counseling Services at Mosaic Virginia?
Here at Mosaic Virginia, we offer care throughout your pregnancy and beyond, including postpartum support, post-decision support such as parenting support and resources, adoption referrals, and post- abortion support when needed.
Our counselors offer referrals for free medical services. Here at our women’s clinic we provide free pregnancy tests and ultrasounds, as well as free STI testing and some STI treatments for both men and women free of cost.
Privacy is always of the utmost importance. Which is why all counseling sessions are completely confidential – as well as the medical care you receive. We are so grateful we are able to provide both counseling and medical services in a safe, private environment.
To us, counseling is a vital service that we can provide to women to truly care for and support them through this emotional, and overwhelming, time. We understand that every woman’s situation is unique, which is why we provide individualized support to meet specific needs. We listen to your concerns, answer your questions, and provide you with relevant resources.
What to Expect at an Options Counseling Appointment at Mosaic Virginia
At a counseling session here at Mosaic, you can expect compassionate care, full-attention, and no hidden agendas (or fees)! During a counseling session, one of our counselors will listen to your concerns and provide you with a safe and judgment-free space to talk about your situation and concerns. We understand that an unplanned pregnancy can be overwhelming and stressful, and we are here to help you navigate this difficult time. Our goal is to empower you to make decisions that are best for you and your future, and to provide you with the support and resources you need to move forward with confidence.
Our counseling center provides a confidential and non-judgmental space for you to discuss your options and process your emotions. We believe that every woman has the right to make a fully informed decision about her body and her future. Because of this, it is our mission to support and inform every woman through her decision-making process and beyond.
Ongoing Support
Here at Mosaic Virginia, our support doesn’t stop after you’ve made your decision. We offer post-abortion support for women who have chosen to terminate their pregnancy. We offer parenting classes for women who choose to keep their baby. And, in addition to resources, we offer ongoing counseling for women who bravely decide to place their baby in adoption services. In addition, our counselors can provide resources for future family planning and counseling for your partner as well.
Here at Mosaic, we will provide you with a safe and supportive environment to process your thoughts, emotions and navigate any situations that may arise. The goal is for you to have the best experience possible despite the unexpectedness of your pregnancy.
Get To Know Your Options
Our counseling sessions are designed to help you explore all of your options, including parenting, adoption, and abortion. We provide a safe and judgment-free environment where you can discuss your feelings, concerns, and questions about each option. Our goal is to inform and support you as you make the best decision for you and your family. The following is a brief overview of each option. It does not replace an Options Counseling session with a trained professional.
Understanding Your Options: Adoption
Adoption is an option that is often mistaken for “abandonment.” But truly, when provided with reliable resources, it is a very brave option for mothers and a beautiful gift for their child. At an options counseling session, we can discuss adoption in its fullness. Our team at Mosaic can provide you with information and resources about the adoption process and reliable organizations, including how to choose an adoption agency and how to create an adoption plan. In most cases, financial assistance is available for the birth mother, along with many other benefits. We also offer support and resources for pregnancy and the birth journey if this is the option you choose. We understand that adoption is an emotional decision, and we are here to support you before, during, and after.
Our experienced counselors will guide you through each step, from choosing a reliable adoption agency to creating your adoption plan. We understand that placing a child up for adoption is a hard decision, but we know that it is a loving and selfless choice for both you and your child.
Understanding Your Options: Abortion
Abortion is typically the first, and often the only, option women think of. Especially when it comes to an unwanted pregnancy. Because of this, our team stays up to date on legal updates for both national and state laws. As well as the most recent resources and support available for women seeking an abortion. If you decide that termination of the baby is the right choice for you, our counseling services can provide you with the information and support you need to make a fully informed decision on which abortion process is the best for you. This is based on the age of the fetus (for example, the abortion pill is only effective during the first trimester) and your unique situation (health history, access, community, etc.). Our counselors provide unbiased explanations of each abortion process and can answer any questions you have, including effects on future fertility and psychological distress. We also provide you with resources to trusted healthcare providers who can perform the procedure safely and legally. We understand that abortion is a sensitive and personal decision, and our goal is to provide you with the support and care you deserve throughout the process. Because abortion can have such a deep, physiological effect on women, we offer post-abortion support as well.
Understanding Your Options: Parenting
Parenting is oftentimes the most difficult option for women with an unplanned pregnancy to process. Unlike planned parenthood, unplanned parenthood can seem unattainable. However, with the right resources and support, this option is never out of the question for any expectant mother that comes to Mosaic. If you decide that parenting is the right choice for you, our counseling services can provide you with the resources and support you need for yourself and your child. We offer parenting classes, support groups, and one-on-one counseling to help you navigate the challenges of raising a child in today’s world. In addition, we offer resources such as financial support, education on giving birth and the delivery process, and, most importantly, community support. Our experienced counselors will be with you every step of the way, providing you with the guidance and encouragement you need to succeed. Contact us today to learn more about our parenting counseling services.
We understand that there is no easy option when it comes to unplanned pregnancy. No matter what decision you make, we are here to support you.
Conclusion
While there are a lot of things to think about when it comes to unplanned, or even planned, pregnancy, it doesn’t have to be overwhelming or stressful.
Mosaic’s Options Counseling can help with:
- Comprehensive understanding of adoption, abortion, or parenting options
- Experienced counselors to guide you through each step of your journey
- Information and resources to help you make an informed decision and support that decision
- Referrals to trusted healthcare providers
- Ongoing support with counseling and guidance throughout and after the adoption process (for those who choose to place their child in adoption)
- Ongoing support with post-abortion counseling (for those who choose abortion)
- Parenting classes, support groups, and one-on-one counseling (for those who choose to keep their baby)
Pregnancy Tests
If you are experiencing early signs of pregnancy and think that you may be pregnant, schedule a free pregnancy test at Mosaic Virginia! We believe that you owe it to yourself to be fully informed, to make the best decisions for yourself. We can help you find the clarity you need to move forward.
STI Testing
At Mosaic Virginia®, we believe that you owe it to yourself to be fully informed, and to make the best decisions for yourself. If you are concerned you may have contracted an STI, we are ready to help with free testing and treatment. Schedule an appointment for free STI testing and treatment.
Ultrasounds
Because few women know the exact day they ovulated or conceived, an ultrasound done in the first trimester of pregnancy has been shown to be the most accurate way to date a pregnancy. Get all the information you need to make a pregnancy decision with a free and confidential ultrasound at our center. Schedule a pregnancy confirmation appointment with us to get started.
