to abort or not to abort?

Philippines
November 21, 2006 8:44am CST
im 19 years old,im 3 months pregnant..my boyfriend is undecided on what to do..my parents doesnt know about this yet..im afraid..i want to keep this child but then i dont know how to support this if my boyfriend will leave me...please help me..
18 responses
@aggiejoe (799)
• United States
21 Nov 06
I wouldn't even if you deside you don't have the means to support it there are families out there who would love the chance to love a baby that they them selves can not have. Give the baby a chance to have a life. If you feel you can't raise it yourself put it up for adoption.
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@msqtech (15073)
• United States
21 Nov 06
financial considerations are there but not for the support of life. God Bless Her and Her child.
@dalilac1 (862)
• United States
21 Nov 06
Speaking my mind and speaking from experience, I was a mother at the age of 19 and it was very very scarey for me. I left the father of my baby when I was 2 months pregnant, and even though I had a very good relationship with my parents I was so afraid to tell them. Finally I broke down and told them, the look on their faces was the worst thing that happened. Not only did my parent's go with me to all my doctor visits but they were with me to see their grandson born. My son is now 20 years old. I do not regret my decission in the least bit. My advise to you is speak to your parents, tell them how you feel about wanting to keep the baby. You might be shocked to find out that they also think that is the best thing for you:) and as for the boyfriend leaving you, well if he is going to do that to you and your unborn child, he really isn't worth your time and effort now is he? Would he be there for you in any type of crisis? In my opinion if he loves you he is going to love his baby as well. If you can not keep the baby,please do the right thing and place the baby up for adoption, there are millions of couples out there who are willing and wanting to adopt children. If you need someone who has been there to talk to I will be a shoulder for you to cry on. Keep your chin up sweetie things will be fine for you:) ((( )))
@remaster74 (4064)
• Greece
22 Nov 06
You are already 3 months pregnant and now you ask? Now the baby is able to hear, to breath, the heart beats... This is a murder. If you want to commit a murder, then go ahead. Get rid of the boyfriend. But first tell your parents. I think they will support you all the way.
@CMC122003 (316)
• United States
22 Nov 06
All I can do is give you my opinion. And I am not in any way trying to push you one way or another. If you decide to keep this child you can make it on your own. If you decide to get a abortion make sure that you know the risks. If they don't do it right you'll never have kids again. My opinion is to keep it. If you still feel like you can't take care of it then consider adoption. They have open adoptions know where you will get to meet the parents and they will keep you informed on your childs development. If you have any questions on adoption you can ask me anything. I was adopted. Good luck in whatever you decide. My prayers are with you.
• United States
21 Nov 06
I dont think that you should abort the bby! There are government resouces that will halp you with your child even if the dady is not around. You parents will be mad for a minute but then they will warm up to the fact that they will have a grandchild! I am serious! Do NOT get an abortion you will regret it!
• United States
22 Nov 06
i agree with you! there are so many resources out there that can help you with the baby, you may be young, but if you give it up for a abortion, you will regret it..
• Malaysia
22 Nov 06
Hi sweetkises, first of all I would like to congratulate you. Pregnancy is a very special moment for woman even it comes with up and down. Just keep positive thinking that you going through all the trouble for someone that going to be yours to love and share your future. Please give it a chance and I bet you won’t regret it… Talk to someone you can trust and get help wherever you can. Family, friends even someone you don’t know can do something to help you. Good luck..
@sanell (2112)
• United States
21 Nov 06
well I hate to say this but if you are already at 3 months pregnancy you might be getting to a point where abortion will NOT be an option. I would suggest talking with a counselor or planned parenthood and discuss your options. You have to realize that even if your boyfriend says he is okay with the pregnancy at anytime he still could leave you and the baby, I have a friend who is 21 and just had her baby boy, same thing happened to her, her boyfriend was all excited in the beginning then she hit 7 months and he was OUT OF SIGHT, she had the baby and for the first two weeks he was there with her and the baby, now he is back to running away. If you feel yu can handle it and be a strong person then I woudl say do what YOU want to do not what if's....there are tons of help and support out there. you need to talk to someone though...I have been there, I chose abortion , I was 18 found out at 6 weeks pg, boyfriend was no where to be found both of us starting college, at 8 weeks i had abortin my mind was made up to begin with
• United States
21 Nov 06
NEVER abort! Abortion is something that women do and regret for the rest of their life! A child will change your life forever. I know! I have 2 and they are the best things that ever happened to me. I know that money is an issue but money cannot buy joy or blessings. That's what children are! Pure joy and abundant blessings. If you can't properly care for them then let some other loving family have that joy and blessings. Most of all give LIFE it is a gift you will never regret giving!!! Prayers, joy and blessings be with you and your child!
@emmaoxley (525)
22 Nov 06
I feel for you hun, I think it should be what you want at the end of the day. Talk to your boyfriend but try not to pressure each other. Perhaps speak to a member of staff at your local family planning clinic, sometimes speaking to someone on the outside can help. The good thing about us women is that we are versatile and good at adapting to any situation. Remember you are never alone.
• India
21 Nov 06
never abort
• India
21 Nov 06
never abort
@heat2502 (764)
• United States
21 Nov 06
It's a little late to abort. There is alway adoption. Tell your parents and see what they say. Parents are usually supportive of these things. I had a baby when i was 16 and my parents helped me out. i am now 29 and have been living on my own since i was 18, with no help from the father. Good Luck!!
• Australia
21 Nov 06
Sweetkises, I am so sorry that you have found yourself in this position. I had a baby this year and a baby is the best thing every in the world (although I am in a totally different stage in my life to you - older, travelled, married etc). If you decide to have your baby and your boyfriend doesn't support you then I think he probably isn't a very good boyfriend and you are better off without him. Other people have raised babies as single mothers so it is possible. You can make anything happen. Your profile says you are form the Phillipines so I am not sure what type of government assistance is available to you - check it out, you may be eligible for some financial assistance. Tell your parents - they just may surprise you and help you through this difficult time. If they react negatively then you will have to deal with this if it happens but remember they love you and will want to help you. If you don't want to abort but can't keep the baby - think of adoption. This baby will change your life in so many ways not matter what your decision will be - good luck to you and your child.
@ralevi (1885)
• United States
22 Nov 06
born the baby and give it to your parents until you took to your boyfriend I think he will like the baby
@msqtech (15073)
• United States
21 Nov 06
you have to do what you can live without guilt with. If you will regret it for the rest of your life then dont abort.
@honest007 (793)
• India
21 Nov 06
In the first case, u shouldn't have gone so far.. u shd have taken care.. anyway, since ur boyfriend is undecided and as u r very young, i advice to abort.. tell ur parents too.
@krysy1982 (1041)
• United States
21 Nov 06
I had my first child at 17. I was alone at first but when he saw his child he has been there ever since. Im not going to lie to it is a very hard thing to do when you are alone but please don't abort that baby. If you decide you can't handle the responsibilty of raising that child give it to a family that can.
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• India
21 Nov 06
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