One of your options is to continue your pregnancy and raise a child. Parents must provide a nurturing environment for their children and help guide them to reach their potential in life. Raising a child can also be expensive from diapers, clothing, and food to shelter, child care, and education. The more you understand the expectations of a parent’s role, the more prepared you'll be. If you are leaning in this direction, you will also need to consider whether you will be parenting with a partner, or if you'll be a single parent.
If your intention is co-parenting with your partner, then ask yourself if the following statements would apply to your situation:
Yes No Unsure
() () () 1. We're both financially ready for parenthood
() () () 2. We're both emotionally ready to be parents
() () () 3. We'd be together even if I was not pregnant
() () () 4. I know what to expect of my partner
() () () 5. My partner knows what to expect of me
() () () 6. If I start a family now, I will still be able to get what I want in life
() () () 7. Our parents are pushing us into marriage
() () () 8. My partner agrees that he will share responsibility for child care and housework
() () () 9. We have difficulty discussing having a long-term, committed relationship
() () () 10. Getting married will make us feel less guilty about sex and being pregnant
() () () 11. I am prepared to be a single parent if things don't work out between us
() () () 12. We realize the costs associated with parenthood and will be able to afford a having a child
