Making a decision in the midst of a difficult circumstance can be challenging. Looking at a positive pregnancy test can send you into crisis mode; so then, how do you wisely make a decision about an unplanned pregnancy?

Evaluating several alternatives and choosing the one most likely to achieve your goals requires the brain to slow down and integrate information. Thinking clearly and rationally, with minimal emotion, can require some time and hopefully some good counsel.

Including a professional’s opinion can be helpful as you sort through information from a variety of resources to form an evaluation for yourself. All of this includes your personal beliefs, morals, past decisions, biases and connections.

Making a decision about an unplanned pregnancy can feel like an overwhelming situation; but there are some things you can do to make a decision that’s right for you, even in the middle of such high stress.

Our brain was designed to protect us from harm or danger–and in these situations our brain kicks in some intense hormones and triggers an involuntary response. The “Fight or Flight” mode takes over causing our heart rate to increase, extra energy to be released to engage muscles, and the bronchial tubes to relax amd allow more oxygen into the bloodstream. These are all examples of how our body responds to a stressor.  

Sometimes the actual stress response is more dangerous than the stressor itself. So, the ability to slow down and think rationally takes some intentionality. Research shows that long term decisions made in the “Fight or Flight” mode can be rash, misleading, and full of regret. That’s not a good combination when you’re trying to make a decision about an unplanned pregnancy.

Here’s the good news: Alcove Health wants to provide an opportunity for you to slow down and process some information in a caring environment. We believe information is empowering, and your core values have significant weight when making a decision about an unplanned pregnancy. The education we provide covers parenting, adoption, and abortion in a non-judgmental consult. Our advocates have received specialized training to offer counsel; our Registered Nurses provide accurate medical information, with services including lab-grade pregnancy tests, ultrasounds, and STI testing. All of our services are free and confidential, so this is the perfect place to process your pregnancy and understand your options.

Slowing down to sort through the information around you can be really valuable when trying to make a decision about an unplanned pregnancy. This pregnancy decision can have some lifelong implications, so it’s worthwhile for you to take your time. Call us or click here to request your free and confidential appointment today.