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Unexpected Pregnancy

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Are you or someone you know facing an unexpected pregnancy?

Each year, thousands of women face unplanned pregnancies. Many of these women are unmarried and have little to no support from family, friends, or the birthfather.

Bethany offers free pregnancy assistance to any woman who is facing an unplanned pregnancy:

• Financial assistance
• Understanding changes
• Rebuilding relationships
• Decision making
• Parenting skills (if needed)
• Adoption planning

Facing an Unexpected Pregnancy with Courage
Unexpectedly learning that you are pregnant can be an overwhelming experience. You may be experiencing a flood of emotions and concerns, and trying to make a decision about what is best for your baby may feel like a big task. By taking everything one small step at a time, though, you will find that you possess a courage and strength that you might not have ever known before was in you.

By reading this material, you are already taking an important first step along the path of making an informed choice: research! You have several options to consider as you think about what would be best for your baby and for yourself, and the choice you make will have an impact not just on your life, but the lives of your child and others involved as well. By getting accurate and complete information about each of your options, you can make the best decision possible – one that you can be proud of not just now but years down the road when you look back on this crossroads in your life.

Toll-Free Pregnancy Line
1.800.BETHANY puts you in touch with Bethany's after-hours pregnancy counseling hotline. A trained counselor will be able to connect you with one of the counselors in the office closest to you.

Cradle (Temporary) Care
Sometimes you need "extra" time to make a decision after your baby has arrived and, in these cases, Bethany offers licensed, supervised, temporary care homes for infants.

Alternative Living Arrangements
Often we find that clients are in need of a temporary place to stay during their pregnancy. In these cases, Bethany will arrange for a woman to stay with a family in their home, or in an alternative Christian living arrangement.

Other Support Services
Though we are experts in the field of counseling related to unplanned pregnancy, we are also able to assist clients in other areas. We will help arrange for medical care, financial and legal assistance, develop educational plans, and refer clients for counseling outside of our own specialty.

As you face important decisions about your pregnancy, we are willing to counsel you and help you find answers to your questions. If you would like to speak with us, or meet at our office or a location of your choice, please call 585.288.6760 or 1.800.BETHANY, or fill out our contact form.