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Pregnancy Options Workbook

A Guide for Those Facing a Pregnancy Decision

Dear Reader,

If this workbook is in your hands, you are probably pregnant and not sure what to do. You’re in the right place. Read on. The people who put together this workbook support you no matter what you choose.

We have done our best to give you a realistic picture of all the choices you can make—abortion, adoption, and parenting. You will find exercises to help you make the best decision for you. We have done our best to make this workbook inclusive to all individuals and included information and thoughts on religion and spirituality, fetal development, and what can harm a pregnancy. There is a special section called Taking Care of Yourself which includes information on morning sickness, birth control, protecting your fertility, and healthy sexuality. We have included a section for gender non-conforming pregnant people, understanding that this can add an additional layer of complexity.

If you are having a difficult time with your decision, you may think you will never feel good about your choice. We have found that those who are willing to explore what they think and how they feel can help them find peace with their decision. So, get out your crayons, sharpen your pencils, and do some “homework.” It may be the most important homework you ever do.

Remember to listen to your heart and your own voice to find the right answer for you. Get some help if you need it.

A word about language: We want to be as inclusive as possible for anyone involved in a pregnancy experience. We sometimes use “women, people, and/or pregnant people”, because we recognize that not everyone who gets pregnant identifies either as a woman or as female. Instead of “he/she” or “him/her” you may see “they/them’’ which may seem awkward at first but includes everyone who may have a pregnancy experience.

Thank you and good luck!

Peg Johnston
Southern Tier Women’s Health Services, LLC
Creator of the Pregnancy Options Workbook

Mercedes Sanchez
Cedar River Clinics

Table of Contents

  • Section 1: Am I Pregnant?

  • Section 2: Getting Ready to Make the Decision

  • Section 3: Getting Support

  • Section 4: Deciding What to Do

  • Section 5: Parenting

  • Section 6: Abortion

  • Section 7: Adoption

  • Section 8: Pregnancy Stages

  • Section 9: What Can Hurt the Pregnancy?

  • Section 10: Spiritual and Religious Concerns

  • Section 11: Healing Work

  • Section 12: Taking Care of Yourself

  • Appendix: Resources

  • Credits

  • Notes and Reflections

Coming soon to Kindle!