I am pregnant
Facing an unplanned pregnancy?
You are not alone. Millions of women have stood in the same shoes, contemplating the same options you are, right now. At American Adoptions, we understand the emotions, questions and concerns expectant mothers have about adoption. Not only do we assist women with making their own personal adoption plan, but we are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week to provide assistance, support and understanding when you need it the most.
You want to provide the best life possible for your baby. Let us help you do just that.
I'm Really Pregnant -- Is My Life Over?Finding out that you are pregnant is one of the most ground-shaking pieces of news you will likely ever discover. It’s also one that requires you to use the best decision-making skills you can muster. To Give Life or Never Know What That Life Could Have BeenAbortion is fast and painless. Abortion is a clean break. No one will have to even know I was pregnant if I have an abortion early enough.
Life doesn't begin until birth, anyway, right? the many faces of adoptionPlacing a baby for adoption, rather than ending a life, is an extraordinary expression of selflessness, requiring a complex decision-making ability concluding adoption to be a win-win-win choice. the gift of a lifetimeIt's amazing. You've never even met this little baby inside of you, yet you feel more in love than ever before in your life, and want nothing more than to be able to give your ...
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Prenatal CareIt is extremely important to make an appointment with a health care professional as soon as you suspect you are pregnant. Why Do You Need Prenatal Care?Dr. Wayne Mineer is an obstetrician who's been in practice for more than 35 years and has delivered more than 3,500 babies. Options magazine talks to Dr. Mineer about the importance of prenatal care. Pregnancy and Substance UseA great deal of medical, governmental and media attention has been given to the use of illicit drugs by pregnant women because of risks to unborn children.
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Exercising Safely During Pregnancy
While there are no guarantees that any type of exercise is 100 percent safe, many women cite the benefits of low-impact exercise such as water aerobics or swimming. Potential Benefits of Exercise Today, most doctors recognize that exercise has potentially far-reaching benefits for women during pregnancy.
Exercises You Should AvoidWhile there are benefits of exercising during pregnancy, there are also plenty of things to take into consideration before commencing an exercise program. Weight Gain During PregnancyEvery mother should realize that you will gain weight during your pregnancy. The question is, how much weight is healthy? |
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