Pregnancy E-Magazine, November 2009
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The New Adoption Month E-Magazine is Here!
If you're a regular subscriber to the AdoptionWeek.com Weekly E-Magazine, then you may be noticing some changes. One of the big changes is the name but in addition to the name change, we've made other great improvements that will help get you to the most up-to-date information available on our website for topics that interest you.
Each month, starting with this issue, you'll get a very abbreviated copy of the newly named Adoption Month E-Magazine in your inbox. This is a notification to let you know that we've published the most recent issue of the E-Magazine on our website for you to view. From that notification, you can click on the tab at the top of the page that best fits your interest and you'll be taken to the customized E-Magazine designed specifically for that topic.
Don't worry! The Adoption Month E-Magazine will have all of the same types of things the previous E-Magazine had, plus great new sections designed with you in mind. Please take a few minutes to check out the Adoption Month E-Magazine, then scroll to the bottom and send us your feedback!
We hope that you enjoy the new Adoption Month E-Magazine as much as we've enjoyed creating it for you.
Your Unplanned Pregnancy: You Have Options
Pregnancy prompts many different emotions in many different people. For some, the joy and happiness can be the culmination of months or even years of trying to get pregnant, while for others, the first emotions can be an overwhelming fear of the future. One thing is for certain, regardless of the initial emotions surrounding your pregnancy, there are decisions you will need to make over the course of the next few months.
If you’re facing an unplanned pregnancy, then you’re likely wondering what the future holds for you, the father and your unborn child. One thing to keep in mind at this point is that you don’t have to make a decision today. Take time to clearly map out your options and discuss them with people in your support system. If you’re not sure what your options are, it might be a great idea to reach out to someone who has experience counseling women and men on their options during an unplanned pregnancy. Options counselors can offer advice and guidance on the more time sensitive issues as well as help you identify and address more long term plans for the future.
If you decide that parenting isn’t an option for you, options counselors can provide information on the many different types of adoption as well as your options regarding pregnancy termination, should that be something you want to explore further.
Unplanned pregnancy doesn’t mean unwanted or unloved, it simply means you aren’t prepared. Going forward, you can prepare yourself by objectively reviewing your options and making the most informed decision regarding your pregnancy and unborn child as possible.
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We are a family of three and hoping to grow. We are a professional couple with an adopted daughter, living in a suburban neighborhood, with lots of love to share with another child. [more]
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Pregnancy Blogs from AdoptionBlogs.com
Books to Read: Pregnancy
Experiencing an unplanned pregnancy is no excuse to go through the duration of pregnancy unprepared. In fact, going into labor without knowing what to expect is probably a bad idea. Whether you are planning on parenting your baby or are considering relinquishment, reading up on pregnancy facts is a good idea. If you have access to a library or if anyone asks you if you need anything, consider one of these few books. [more]
Sorting Through Your Unplanned Pregnancy
If you're experiencing an unplanned pregnancy, it can be scary and sometimes unsettling. For some, it is a place full of confusion. But, it doesn't have to be. It can be a time of self-understanding, self-acceptance, and introspection. It is a time to delve into and analyze how you see your life in a few months and then a few years down the road. [more]
More Blogs About Unplanned Pregnancy & Adoption: Unplanned Pregnancy Blog | Open Adoption Blog | Birth Parents Blog
Pregnancy Community, News & Events
Unplanned Pregnancy Support - Open Adoption with Family Member?
Considering Your Options - Question About Rape Adoption
Find support on the Unplanned Pregnancy Forums
The Town Talk - Grandparents keep kids in the family.
The New York Daily News - Mom Can End Stepfather’s Visits
Birth Parenting
November 14, 2009 Celebrate National Adoption Month
November 20, 2009 Celebration of Life, with Dr. Richard Land
November 21, 2009 National Adoption Day - Contact your local Family Court for information on events in your area
Add your event to the adoption events calendar.
Pregnancy Tip of the Month
If you are experiencing an unplanned pregnancy and considering adoption for your unborn child, it's a good idea to talk to several professionals before you make your decision on who to work with. Not all professionals are created equal. Exploring the aspects of adoption that are important to you is one of the first steps you've got to take when choosing who to work with. Some professionals specialize in closed adoptions while others have more specialized services related to open adoption and post adoption contact. Read about, research and discuss your desires with someone you trust then find a professional who provides services that most closely match your ideal situation.In Your Words
In Your Words is the newest section of the e-magazine for many of you. Those of you who read the weekly version are accustomed to seeing the "Speak Out" section of each issue, but for those of you touched in other ways, the "In Your Words" section is a brand new addition. This section is your place to speak your mind and talk about matters that are important to you. Do you have a question that you'd like to pose to others with similar adoption interest? Do you have feedback for us? The In Your Words section is just the place to do that.
Since this is our first issue, we didn't have anything to share in this issue, but we look forward to hearing from you for our next issue.
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