Finding out you are pregnant can be scary. Sometimes people have very mixed emotions. It would be normal to have some fear and joy at the same time. If this is not something you planned, it could feel like the most difficult time ever. Maybe you are totally numb and don’t know how you feel. You might be thinking: “I’m scared to be a mom.” OR “I can’t handle having another baby.” OR “I can’t afford to have a baby.” OR “This guy is not fit to be a father.” Or, maybe you are worried what others will think. These are all very normal thoughts and feelings when faced with an unplanned pregnancy.
Where will you turn for answers? We at Garden of Hope Ministries don’t pretend to understand all you are going through or know the life circumstances that has led up to this pregnancy. But, we are here to help. You are not alone and you are going to be okay.
There are people that care and want to provide assistance and support. Many of our staff and volunteers have been faced with unplanned pregnancy, so they have compassion toward others in similar circumstances. Some made choices they regret, some didn’t. We are available to listen and to help process your needs and your options.
Our desire is for you to know that you are LOVED and not alone. There is so much hope for your future. Please take your time to look below at some of the great resources with caring people available to help. Click on the link below “Stories” to read what others have been through. Because you and your baby’s lives are important and valuable, please take your time in making decisions and be educated and informed. Reach out today so you don’t feel alone. You are worth it!
Find pregnancy support in the Portland area:
To talk to someone right away, take a look at these websites:
Stand-Up Girl – https://standupgirl.com/
Abortion Pill Reversal – https://www.abortionpillreversal.com/
Gresham – https://prcofportland.com/gresham-center/
Portland – https://prcofportland.com/portland-free-pregnancy-tests/
Beaverton – https://prcofportland.com/beaverton-center/
Oregon City – https://www.obria.org/locations/oregon-city-or/
Vancouver – https://options360.org/
OR Pregnancy Resources – https://helpinyourarea.com/oregon/
Answers Before You Decide – Pregnancy Decision Line
Learn more about adoption and other options: https://www.choiceadoptions.org/
Find maternity care and housing near you:
Road-2-Hope Maternity Home – https://road2hopepdx.org/
Saving Grace Maternity Home – http://savinggracematernityhome.org/
Learn about your baby’s development:
9 months in the womb – https://youtu.be/WH9ZJu4wRUE
Fetal development month by month – https://youtu.be/WtDknjng8TA
Where love grows hope 