Often a marriage was planned before the unexpected pregnancy and both the woman and man feel ready to take responsibility. Sometimes couples feel forced to marry. The important question is not whether you are ready to be married, but whether you are ready to be parents. This option seems to work best for those who were already in a committed relationship and who have financial resources. Continue the pregnancy and place the child for adoption.
Adoption is a legal process.
You sign papers giving up your rights and responsibilities as a parent. The local Welfare Department, 336-6351, can help you plan adoption while you are pregnant. Both private and public adoption options are legal and available. The choice for abortion requires you to make some immediate decisions, but once the procedure is over, your life can remain much the same. Abortion does not interfere with your ability to continue a pregnancy at a later time.