College is supposed to be a time of planning for what’s next. An unexpected pregnancy can make it feel as though those plans have suddenly been interrupted. You may be wondering whether you can stay in school, how you’ll tell your family, or what your future will look like.
Before assuming your goals are out of reach, take time to get more information. Crossroads Women’s Center offers the support you need to make informed decisions. Schedule a no-cost, confidential appointment today.
Give Yourself Time to Process Things
It’s natural to want immediate answers, but you don’t have to solve everything in one day.
Begin with the questions directly in front of you. Confirm the pregnancy, learn about your options, and identify the people you trust. Taking one step at a time often makes the situation feel far less overwhelming than trying to solve every future challenge at once.
Learn What Support Is Available
Many colleges offer services that students never expect to use until they need them.
You may have access to counseling, academic accommodations, health services, student-parent programs, campus food pantries, or referrals to community organizations. Schools that receive federal funding are also required to follow Title IX, which protects pregnant and parenting students from discrimination.
Understanding what’s available can help you make decisions based on the facts in front of you.
Build Your Plan Around Good Information
If you’ve only taken a home pregnancy test, your next step should be an ultrasound.
An ultrasound can provide details about your pregnancy that a home test cannot. Knowing how far along you are, where the pregnancy is located, and if the pregnancy is developing will help you prioritize your health and safety.
Our RDMS sonographers can perform an ultrasound following a positive pregnancy test at our center. You’ll have the opportunity to ask questions and feel more reassured about your next steps.
Your Future Is Still Yours
An unexpected pregnancy may change your plans, but it doesn’t eliminate your education or your goals.
At Crossroads Women’s Center, we’re here to answer questions, provide pregnancy services, and connect you with community resources that may help during this season. Schedule your no-cost, confidential appointment today.
Crossroads Women’s Center does not provide or refer for abortions.