Pregnancy Assistance
If you are pregnant and need immediate assistance, call
1.800.733.4604: Local Northwest Offices
or
1.800.BETHANY (1.800.238.4269): National 24-Hour Hotline
Your call will be confidential.
Are you faced with an unplanned pregnancy?
Do you feel overwhelmed?
Do you feel alone?
Are you afraid about what this means for your future?
Are you afraid to tell your family, your friends, or the father of your baby?
Are you unsure about where to go or what to do next? | |
You don't have to face your pregnancy alone. No matter what your situation, we can help!
Bethany offers
free, confidential pregnancy assistance to any woman who is facing an unplanned pregnancy:
- Counselors to talk with when considering choices and options
- Support in talking with family members and the baby's father
- Alternative living arrangements, if needed, during pregnancy
- Community resources if a decision is made to parent
- Assistance with adoption planning if a decision is made not to parent
At Bethany, you will be treated with respect. Your confidentiality will be protected, and you will not be pressured into a decision. We understand that you are facing one of the most important decisions of your life. We are here to give you information and help you think this through. We can help you find
your own answers.
 | Considering Adoption?
You choose the level of openness that is right for you!
Many expectant parents who are considering adoption have questions about what kind of relationship they would have with an adoptive family. Bethany offers openness options ranging from “Open” to “Confidential.” |
Each of these openness options has certain common elements, but you can mix and match elements to create the openness plan that fits you best. Each openness plan is unique.
This is just a sample of some of the common elements of each of the openness plans:
Open Adoption
- You meet the potential adoptive parents before the child is born.
- You have ongoing, direct contact with the family and the child, perhaps visiting the home and gathering for special occasions.
Semi-Open Adoption
- You choose a family from written, non-identifying profiles.
- All meetings with the adoptive family are arranged and supervised by a Bethany staff member.
- You can send and receive letters, pictures, and gifts to and from the adoptive family by sending them through Bethany. Your contact information is kept confidential.
Confidential Adoption
- Bethany chooses your child’s adoptive family.
- There is no contact between the adoptive family and birthfamily, such as sharing of photos, letters, or visits.
- Expectant parents may ask Bethany to choose their child’s adoptive family.
Post-Adoption Care
Regardless of what kind of adoption you choose, it is normal and healthy for birthparents to experience feelings of grief and loss. Your Bethany pregnancy counselor will be available to meet with you during this time to offer you support as you process these emotions and work through your grief in a healthy way.
Learning More
We know that you have many more questions. If you would like to speak to one of our counselors regarding your options, please
contact us. Our pregnancy counselors are also listed individually at the bottom of this page.
If you would like to learn more online, you can also use the links below.
Your Options
How do I tell them I’m pregnant?
10 Questions You May Have
Birthparent Stories
Waiting Families - We also have other wonderful waiting families whose profiles are not on our web site. You can learn about them when you meet with your pregnancy counselor.
What’s the Next Step?
As you face important decisions about your pregnancy, we are ready to help you find answers to your questions. If you would like to speak with a counselor, please call our office at
1.800.733.4604 or fill out our
contact form. Our pregnancy counselors can meet you at a Bethany office or at another location.
We look forward to hearing from you!
Northwest Pregnancy Counselors