Parenting can be both your greatest adventure and your biggest challenge. There’s no roadmap given when raising a child, but rest assured, you’ll receive plenty of support.
It’s vital to learn everything possible about parenting and reflect on any concerns you have. This isn’t an easy option, but it can be incredibly rewarding.
Thinking about Parenting: Where to Begin
Knowing where to start when you’re considering parenting can be challenging. After all, you’ve likely shaped your own ideas about this option by watching friends and family parent. Perhaps you’ve heard stories about giving birth or parenting a newborn.
Remember that parenting is different for everyone; no two experiences are alike. And it can help to ask yourself the following questions:
- What resources would I need to make parenting a possibility?
- What would I be most worried or excited about with parenting?
- Am I financially stable?
- Do I have a strong support system?
- Can I provide a safe environment for a child?
- Will the baby’s father be involved?
- Is anyone pressuring me to choose parenting?
- What questions do I have about parenting?
This is by no means an exhaustive list, but the questions above can help you identify the fears you have about parenting, as well as what you’d look forward to. They can also address practical concerns and determine whether this is a choice you are making for yourself.
Choosing to parent is a decision only you can make. It’s crucial to understand that more help is available than you may realize. Once you have an idea of the support you can receive, you can make an informed choice.
How We Can Help
Parenting can feel like a huge challenge, so we’re with you every step of the way. The advocates at Coweta Pregnancy Services will discuss this option with you, and we can help weigh the pros and cons.
If you decide to parent, our mentors provide no-cost parenting classes through our Earn While You Learn Program. You’ll earn material items, diapers, wipes, and more as you take these classes.
We also provide community referrals to connect you to medical providers, material assistance, parenting resources, and more. As you begin this journey, know that you aren’t alone.
Schedule a no-cost, confidential appointment to learn more about parenting. We’re here for you.