I Think I'm Pregnant...

You may have just found out you’re pregnant, or maybe you know someone who’s going through an unplanned pregnancy. Here are some steps you can take to help you or someone you know:

1. Know you’re not alone. You’re not going to be in this alone. There are people around you that would love to help you. Don’t push away offers to help, but if someone is being overbearing, let them know.

2. Take a breath, don’t panic. Panicking tends to take your mind to the worst possible outcomes to a situation. Take a breath, stay calm, and remember that you’re not going to be alone in this.

3. It’s okay to be emotional. You’re going to feel every emotion hit you at the same time, let it happen. Tell someone about it or write down what you’re feeling in a journal. Bottling up your emotions won’t get you anywhere and could lead to more stress and anxiety.

4. Get a support system together. You want to be sure that you have the best support system―one that is non-judgmental and will provide you with the help you need no matter what.

5. Ask for help. Don’t be afraid to ask for some help. It can be financial or emotional. You can ask your support network for help planning a baby shower, getting baby supplies, or even setting up a GoFundMe to buy supplies in the future.