What can I do if My partner doesn't support my pregnancy?

Finding out you’re unexpectedly pregnant is difficult enough without the added pressure of having a partner who doesn’t support your pregnancy. You’re likely feeling overwhelmed, to say the least—but there are steps you can take to find clarity right now.

If you’ve decided that you want to move forward in your pregnancy, either because you’ve chosen parenting or adoption, and your partner doesn’t support your decision, you have options. And you’re not alone.

Read on to learn strategies for moving forward without your partner’s support. Or, if you want to talk to someone about free resources available to help, contact Women’s Care Mary’s Center today to connect with our compassionate, knowledgeable staff. All appointments and resources are free and confidential.

Evaluate Your Relationship

First things first: if you’ve decided that you want to move forward in your pregnancy and your partner doesn’t support your decision, it’s important to evaluate your relationship with your partner.

A healthy relationship that’s built on mutual love and respect takes into account the other person’s feelings and well-being. While you and your partner worked together to create this pregnancy, the decision about how to move forward is ultimately your choice to make.

If your partner refuses to support your pregnancy decision, asking yourself the following questions can help you examine your relationship with your partner more closely:

  • Do I feel loved and respected in this relationship?
  • If I want to move forward in the pregnancy and my partner doesn’t support my choice, do I think he will come around to my point of view?
  • How can my partner and I move forward together without agreeing? What might that look like?

Get Connected and Find Support

If your partner refuses to support you, don’t feel like you’re in this alone. There are resources available to help you feel encouraged and connected.

At Women’s Care Mary’s Center, we offer free services, including limited ultrasounds and educational opportunities, to give you the information you need to move forward confidently in your pregnancy.

You’re not alone in this. Schedule a free, confidential appointment today.

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