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Pregnant after ONS, unsure what to do?! Advice please

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Rubyyy91 · 11/09/2025 20:50

Not long ago I slept with a guy I have known of for a while and have just found out I am pregnant. I am well aware I should’ve taken precautions and feeling very fragile so please no lectures on that front. I am 34 and have no children, I do want children but have kind of pushed it out of my mind that it will happen for me because it’s so hard to meet someone these days, and have no interest in dating, think I am too traumatised from past relationships. I have only told a few close people and they have been very supportive, my mum in particular is encouraging me to keep it. I am very worried at the prospect of being a single mum, and how I will manage financially. I work for the NHS and have a mortgage and drive so feel as thought I’d be in a good position practically. I had an abortion last year and has been very hard emotionally since, however it was the right choice given the circumstances I was in at that time. I am so confused and conflicted what to do for the best. I haven’t told the guy yet and if I did decide to keep it I am in the mindset I would be a single mum with no financial support. I am worried if I have a termination I will regret again and what if I never meet someone again to potentially have a baby with, or if I go ahead with the pregnancy am I robbing myself the chance to have the “set up” I would love- meeting someone, planning a pregnancy together etc. I have had a consultation and counselling session with BPAS and the thought of abortion again makes me feel sick. But the thought of people’s judgment, and possibly struggling alone with a baby doesn’t make me feel much better. Has anyone else been in this situation? Any advice from single mums? Sorry for the long post, my head has been all over the place since I found out nearly 2 weeks ago.

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springruns · 12/09/2025 12:00

Best of luck telling the father OP. I hope it goes well

ZZTopGuitarSolo · 12/09/2025 21:00

Rubyyy91 · 12/09/2025 06:54

Thanks for all the replies, it definitely helps with other people’s insights! I do want a baby and to become a mum, which sounds absolutely crazy I was considering termination, I was just doubting if this is the right decision in this situation. I have been really stressed thinking about his possible reaction but I know I need to put on my big girl pants and speak to him and be ready for any reaction though am not expecting a good one. I was really excited after the positive test, and the initial shock wore off. Hoping to dare reach out to him today and let him know!

So if he says he would like to be involved and share custody, you'll be OK with the pair of you raising a child together most likely for the rest of your lives?

How well do you actually know him?

Girliefriendlikespuppies · 12/09/2025 21:20

Hi I was in this exact scenario 19 years ago, even down to the fact that I work for the nhs as well!

I knew an abortion wasn’t for me so went ahead with the pregnancy and had my dd. I did let the father know but he decided not to be involved and I’ve never had money from him.

I have no regrets, yes it’s been hard at times but I am fortunate that I have close family (my mum) and friends locally. I liked the fact that I didn’t have to share dd with anyone, I could provide consistency and stability.

Financially it’s been tight but I’ve always been able to work and it’s been okay with careful budgeting.

My dd is now 19yo and we are very close, she is my greatest achievement and I’m so so proud of her, she’s such a lovely person.

She has felt sad at times about not having a dad but it’s something we’ve talked about a lot and she accepts families come in all shapes and sizes.

Girliefriendlikespuppies · 12/09/2025 21:23

Also do not put the father on the birth certificate, if you don’t know him well this would be v risky.

RapunzelHadExtensions · 12/09/2025 22:45

It's mad to me when women just accept 'oh never got a penny from him and wouldn't expect to' especially without even trying.
He's as culpable for this child as you are and has a legal obligation to financially support it as you do.
If you decide to keep it, please don't do the 'I'm not asking you for money' stuff. Yes you can't force him to be involved but he absolutely can be pressured and should be to pay towards the child.

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