There are many families who are waiting to adopt, so you can feel secure in knowing that the baby will be well cared for. For your sake and the baby's, it is very important to take good care of yourself during the pregnancy and get good prenatal care. See our health educator for more information on the process, the laws and your rights. Whether you plan to continue your pregnancy or have an abortion, we encourage you to talk with a family member, doctor or counselor. Your parents would never have to know, unless you choose to tell them.
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First, you must remember to take very good care of yourself and the baby with good nutrition, rest and prenatal care. Also be sure to consider where you and the baby will live, if the father will help, and how you feel about becoming a parent. Whatever you decide, it is best to begin prenatal care or have an abortion within the first 12 weeks of the pregnancy. However, the test may not be accurate, so it is important to hae the test confirmed by a doctor or take additional tests. If you are not trying to become pregnant, you may want to choose a more effective method of birth control.