Let's Get Real
Guys, Can pregnancy effect you?
You & your girlfriend have been having sex and now you find out her period is late!
It's possible that you could be faced with an unplanned pregnancy?
"I never thought this would happen to me, now what?"
Confirming the Pregnancy
The first thing you need to do is find out if she is really pregnant and learn about your options. The Pregnancy & Resource Centre provides a free and confidential on-site self administered pregnancy test and many other support services. Coming with her to the pregnancy test appointment will show her that you care and support her.
Feeling scared or alone?
You don't have to be... It's Your Choice!
Fatherhood under the best of circumstances can be frightening, so unexpected fatherhood can be very overwhelming!
You probably have many thoughts running through your head right now:
Will she let me be involved?
Do I have any say in the choices being made?
How can I afford to support her and a new baby?
Is there anyone out there that I can talk to about this?
The world says that it's her choice, but most women don't want to make that choice alone. She needs your support now more than ever. Support doesn't mean silence. Share with her. Research the options together. Your voice is important.
FEAR FACTOR!
How on earth am I ever going to get though what I'm facing right now? Fear of the unknown can literally shake you to your very core! So who can you trust enough to talk with that could possibly understand what you're facing?
No Buts about it, this is a big decision, this is why it's important to be open and honest with each other. Share what you're feeling. It's normal to have feelings of anger, frustration, and fear, but make sure she knows that you're there to support her. Running won't work. The more you avoid or deny the situation, the harder it becomes to make an informed and healthy decision. Pressure doesn't help. Pressure will only push her away and may even push her to do something that you'll both regret. Remember that you are not alone. Prepare to talk with your parents and other people close to the situation. It may be awkward, but they might be more helpful than you think.
FACT:
Both you and your girlfriend need someone to talk to. Right here, right now you need someone to be both honest and straight with you, someone that will give you all the facts. The situation you are now facing has life-long consequences for the both of you. It is very important for the two of you to gather as much accurate information as possible prior to making any decision. We can give you the facts you need to know about abortion, adoption or parenting, each option involves different gains and losses. Don't let anyone pressure you or rush you. Having accurate information will help you make the best decision possible. It can also help to be made aware of things you might not have considered. Don't wait for this to just go away because it won't! Take up the challenge, get informed, remember, you do not have to walk this road alone.