Making a decision: Men, counseling, and unintended pregnancies

Unplanned pregnancies entail uncertainties for not just the women but also the men involved. 

Hearing the words “I’m pregnant” can be quite a shock to a man, even stressful in some instances. This is no surprise since a pregnancy represents a big change for his and his partner’s lives; facing this situation should be done with the right mindset. 

Fortunately, there is counseling support available for men. Third Box Pregnancy Clinics, for example, offer pregnancy counseling for men in their facilities in Oakland, San Francisco, and Redwood City. During these sessions, men can find a safe environment to process their thoughts and feelings, ask their questions about the pregnancy—their different options, their relationship with their partners, medical issues, and even insurance options—and get the answers they need without a hint of judgment.

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A survey conducted among men, shown in the infographic above, reveals that over two-thirds of the respondents said that they are willing to go to counseling if their partners are facing unplanned pregnancy. This goes to show that most men do want to be involved in the decision-making process when it comes to these situations. 

But to make a good decision, it is important to have accurate information. Stereotypes and misinformation surround many parenting issues—abortion, child support, teenage pregnancy, divorce—that understanding them can become difficult. With the help of counseling, men and their partners can be informed of what each decision can lead to. With the proper information, the couple can settle on what will be best for their unique situation. 

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Do you need help regarding an unplanned pregnancy? Visit this website to know how Third Box Pregnancy Clinics can help you and your partner.