Broli2001122 Posted February 21, 2006 Share Posted February 21, 2006 My girlfriend may be pregnant and we don't know what to do about it. She's below the state's age of consent so she needs parental consent to get an abortion, but her parents don't know. My parents know we're active but not that she may be. They don't want to tell her parents because of the friendship they have. She doesn't want to tell them for fear that they'll make us break up. What do we do? We're still not sure she's pregnant, if she is she's under a month, a state nearby doesn't require parental consent. Her mom lives in that state, but the parents who she lives with (Her aunt and uncle) live here. Would she be able to go to that state and get it done using her mother's address? Link to post Share on other sites
Aquarius Guy Posted February 22, 2006 Share Posted February 22, 2006 Dear Broli, This is a question to ask a lawyer familiar with the jurisdictions in question. Often times, you can call the local Bar Association, and get a referal for a lawyer who will spend 20 mniues for a set fee. There are also legal aid facilities. Also Free Clinics may be familiar with the laws. Be careful with some counseling organizations, as the confidentiality rules are different than with a lawyer. I have seen some counselors start steps toward adoption. Is it too late for the Morning After pill? You might want to keep some on hand. Different pregnancy tests are accurate at various times since conception. Read the labels carefully. Do you have the resources to raise a child, or would you be able to better provide for a child if you dealyed starting a family? There is an advantage to being open and honest about things with your girl friend's parents. You are also developing a relationship with her parents. If they want you to stop seeing her for a while, just let them know you will wait for her. Maybe sit down and talk to her dad, sooner, now, and talk to him, man to man, and at least let him know that you are willing to talk about any problem he might wish to raise with you. Maybe go out for coffee or a pizza, with him alone. Respect is something that can be increased. Even if you don't ever tell him. Work on getting the rest of respect establsihed with her Dad. You may try to appear more mainstream, if that might get more respect from her Dad. Ask him what you can do to better meet his standards. Some things might be easy. Women On Waves is more International, but had information of Laws and RU-486 Women on Waves http://www.womenonwaves.org/ Also Naral, Now Pro Choice Amercia http://www.prochoiceamerica.org/ Blessings Link to post Share on other sites
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