Hey!
My name is Rachel. I just read your post here, I'm sorry you're going through this. I know how tough it is, believe me! I found out I was pregnant when I was 16. When I found out, I felt like I had let everyone down.
My dad was upset at me, and my mom was pretty shocked, but they handled it so much better than I expected.
I did a lot of research on my options, and in the end, I decided that I couldn't have an abortion and feel right about it. One of my friends in high school got really, really sick and had to be hospitalized after taking a set of pills that was supposed to get rid of her pregnancy. It really scared us all.
My life isn't always easy, but whose life is? I am trying my hardest to make the best of my situation and be the best mom that I can be for my daughter. I am 20 years old now, and my daughter is almost 4. I am in college and have a job, and I'm a mom too! It's a lot of work, but let me tell you, I would do it all again a hundred times without thinking twice about it. That's because my daughter is worth it; she deserves that chance.
I know that things seem impossible right now, but it isn't.
Go to this website:
www.optionline.org
(or you can call 1-800-395-HELP)
On the right, click on \"Find a Center\"
Type in your ZIP code and it will show you where a FREE an CONFIDENTIAL pregnancy center is in your area. If you can get someone to take you here, they will give you a FREE pregnancy test, and they can help you find services in your area. They are also confidential, they cannot tell your parents anything, or anyone else. It is totally confidential.
Don't hesitate to email me if you ever need to talk. I'm here for you, and I believe in you.
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Hang in there, ok??
*Hugs*
Love,
Rachel