So Surprised!
I am going through a hard time at the moment so I wanted to share my story. Just over a month ago I found out that I was about 5 weeks pregnant, I was so surprised because I had unprotected sex so many times and nothing had happened so I guess I considered myself "broken" in that department.
My partner of almost 7 years found out about the pregnancy and was extremely unhappy- in fact he told me that if I had this baby then he would leave me. We are both only 22 and he told me that we weren't ready and had to have a house, make more money etc before we even think about having kids. I tried to tell him that maybe having a baby would be a good thing and make us grow up but every time I tried to mention it he wouldn't want to listen.
I went to see my GP and told her that I was thinking about an abortion, she had to give me blood tests and send me off to have an ultrasound before she could refer me to the clinic so I did that. I had my ultrasound when I was 7 weeks pregnant and to be honest I couldn't see much except the little formation of a baby, it really did touch my heart. I spent the next couple of weeks thinking about what to do, I knew if I kept this baby then i'd have to give up my life with my partner, I also knew that I had alot of growing up to do and that I wasn't ready to look after a baby. I saw a counselor who pretty much told me to do what I want to do. I tried to get advice from my parents, friends, colleagues and they all said something similar- "do what your heart tells you to do" "what ever decision you make is the right one".
Week 8 of my pregnancy I went to the abortion clinic where I was there for 3 hours. First I had to see a counselor who asked me about 20 times if I was sure this is what I wanted to do, then I had to see a doctor who went through the procedure with me, then finally I had to see a nurse who booked an appointment for the abortion.
My abortion was all booked in. For the week waiting for it I had so many emotions going through my head, when you are pregnant your whole body changes and you do have a connection with the baby. There were times when I wanted to back out and keep the baby and times when I knew I was doing the right thing because of the situation I'm in now.
Less than 24 hours ago I was just over 9 weeks pregnant and thought I was making the right decision and got to the hospital ready to have the abortion. They called my name and bought me into a waiting room with about 9-10 other girls who were having an abortion that same day. The doctors and nurses were very friendly and comforting. We got shown to our beds where we were given pills and sedatives to make us relax. There was a certain pill that had to be taken to make your muscles relax so it was easier for the doctor to do the procedure- the nurse told me that after that pill is taken then there is no changing my mind as the pill can cause a miscarriage. She handed me the pill and I looked at it for a second, I swallowed it and at that moment I did feel a sense of loss- I knew there was no going back.
The doctor called me in to the room and I lay on the operating table, I got given a local anesthetic in my cervix and within literally 3 minutes the procedure was all done- my baby had been taken out :( At the time because I had so much medication I didn't really have much emotion about it because I was so "drugged up" but when I got home that's when things started to sink in.
I started feeling guilty and upset, I felt a real sense of loss and emptiness. My world just didn't feel the same anymore. I know I made a mistake and now there is no going back. I just can't help wondering what my baby would have been like, it is that strangest feeling knowing that it was growing inside of you and then it suddenly being taken away. I know now that if I could go back then I would.
I know that what I did was immature and down right stupid and now I have to live the rest of my life thinking "what if?" and living with the hurt and guilt of what I did. In my opinion giving life to a beautiful baby- YOUR baby- will probably be the best thing that could ever happen to you. I really hope that no one has to feel the way that I do.
written by carla white , December 03, 2011
written by Cjade93 , December 02, 2011
Girls you just need to remember to stand up for you and your baby because your baby needs its mummy to be strong! Stand up girls!
written by yasmin kauser , November 28, 2011
written by miche , November 24, 2011
I got my abortion appointment and to be honest with you it goes totally against all my believes.I knew i had a special person growing inside me a blessing that god has blessed me with. i told my boyfriend im keeeping the baby weither he likes it or not he can leave if he doesnt want to be apart of the wonderful gift we will be having. He looked at me and cried till today we both very happy and love our baby boy Leshaun alot his our pride and joy coming home to him every night makes the decision of walking out of that abortion clinic even more great.
But just remember someday you will see your baby again and for each and every little pain u going through God is preparing and even Greater blessing for u.
be strong and count on him
written by Vic-toria , November 24, 2011
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written by ...kjn , November 11, 2011
i just found out i am pregnant today and the first thing i thought of was abortion. my bf supports me in any decision i make. but its really hard for me. after reading your story, im second thinking if i want to abort. /:
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written by katie snow , November 04, 2011
but it's my mistake and now I have to live with it for the rest of my life. I really hope that my story helps save a little life
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written by brandy spann , October 26, 2011
I found out I was pregnant in Feb, 2011. I was very scared. I was not ready at all. But i knew that that baby needed a mommy. I didnt know what to do.. I chose to keep the baby. If At the time i was dating the man that I was pregnant by. If he would have told me what the BOY told you I would have told him PEACE, dont let the door hit you on the way out.. I dont mean to make you feel bad.. But becouse of my choise I am now a weeks from having my little baby girl. I married the father of my child. I was lucky that he was happy about the pregnancy. But I wouldnt care if he wasnt. I wouldnt be married right now. I still would be waiting on my little girl tho..Thats a fact.. I love my baby girl. Im praying for you. And dont beat yourself up. It was a mistake to do what you did. But just think your baby gets to grow up with Jesus in heaven. And you will get to see him one day. Just trust that jesus died for you and he rose again the next three days. God loves you still he forgives. And guess what your baby boy or girl loves you just as much..Dont let your baby look down and see you sad all the time. Just becouse you messed up it does not mean you have to down yourself and let people put you down. Pick your head up and show how strong you are and just be there for mothers that are going through what you went through. Be a comfort and a sholder for them.. Dont pitty yourself. BE STRONG.. My name is Brandy Spann I am on facebook you can find me. Im here for you any time you want to talk to someone.
Brandy Spann
written by allie b , October 25, 2011
. But i am not here to put you down. Im not pregnant but i am doing a term paper on teen pregnancys. I amonly 13 years old, but my friend is 13 too an she was showing signs of pregnancy. It turns out that she wasnt pregnant thank goodness,but she learned her lesson. I read this bumper sticker once that really got to me. It said," If its not a baby, then your not pregnant". It really made me relize that if i do ever get pregnant without planing to, I am not getting an abortion. I am so glad you put tis story on here. Im soo sorry for your loss.
written by Ceeeejay , October 20, 2011
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written by Nico , October 14, 2011
God will also provide it is not the end of the world!!!
written by Mobunny , October 13, 2011
Young Ladies, after you kill your baby, the guy dumps you anyway. The reason is that he knows how miserably selfish he was, he feels guilty for it...and immature males FLEE from anything or anyone that makes them feel bad. Your very presence in their sight, after you lowered yourself to kill your baby, makes them disrespect you even more. If they stay, which is rare, they often begin abusing in some manner.
Abortion may be a choice, but it is the wrong one for your baby, for you and for him. Once he sees his baby, he is more likely to stay in your lives and he may even stand up and do the right thing by you both. If not, the court makes him.
Respect yourself! The baby inside you came from God to you as a gift! He or she loves you and will change your world for the best.
written by chaser , October 13, 2011
im so srry for your loss i dont know how you fill but it must be a hard time for you but if that partner if any1's partener ever seys that then they dont diserv you. im soo srry hope things get better ,i dont know you but im sending this with love & suport in my heart. written by Kimberly griffin , October 12, 2011

written by nellieness , October 10, 2011
if your partner really loved you he would tell you to keep the baby
i really dont know alot about abortioins but i signed up to learn
it is really hard to have one.keep your head up high and stay strong i would like to hear more about how you are makeing things thru hope things are getting better just stay strong and just know that no matter what god is proud that you did what you did god will always make sure you are staying stong i will pray for you tonight the best of luck makeing it thru
written by dwoki wani , October 08, 2011
HUGEST HUGS TO HUN YOU ARE A STRONG BEAUTIFUL WOMAN!!!!!!
written by lizvet aburto , October 07, 2011
was ur bby a girl or boy? written by Cassidy , October 06, 2011
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