The Real Nikki
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01-23-2012, 06:14 PM
Before I start saying anything, this is an adult matter, (maybe some other girls had this happen to them too, but I don't know) so if you're going to say something, be mature about it. I don't want to start any fights or be lectured by someone that doesn't know what they're talking about.
Alright. With that said, I'll start.
Over the weekend, I took an abortion pill to end my seven week pregnancy.
It was one of the hardest thing I've ever had to do, but I'm not ready to start a family and bring a person into this world. I'm better, but I'm still emotionally sick to my stomach. I had to spend a whole month sneaking around and lying to my coworkers and family members. And I can't blame all my throwing up and moodiness on just the flu.
It's really none of my boss's business why I had to take a few days off, but I think I should tell my parents, or at least my mother, who has been worried about all my doctor visits and stuff. I still live with her (lame, I know, but rent is free) and have to see her everyday. My abortion is over and done with and the antibiotics are the only thing that makes me still feel nauseous. But I still feel like I should talk to her. I guess I'm just scared that she'll be upset with me and my choice and kick me out or tell my other family members.
So should we have a talk when she gets home, or should I just put this behind me and keep to myself? What would you do?
Last edited by The Real Nikki; 02-07-2012 at 04:42 PM..
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Anzelthur
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01-23-2012, 07:53 PM
I don't know you nor your mother, it would be hard for me to judge on what you should do but if you have an okay relationship I suggest you tell her that you have something important to talk about. You did the right thing, you weren't ready and it would be a massive damage to you and your child's life, possibly even the people around you. I hope that your mother understands your situation and can put herself in your shoes. What's the worst that could happen, do you think she'll throw you out for having an abortion instead of maybe jeopardizing your life?
Do you think you can handle not telling her? Would it bother you to no end if you didn't? I really do hope this works out well for you.
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Codette
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01-23-2012, 08:01 PM
*hugs* good for you for being brave enough to make a throughout choice. No one should ever judge you on the choice you made. If you weren't ready, you weren't ready and theres no reason to bring a child into a world where it's not wanted.
If you want to tell your mother, tell her. Is it easier to tell her the truth or to just forget it happened? I can't say.
If you two have a strong relationship I would say tell her. I mean I would tell my mom, but I would've told my mom I was pregnant when I would've started panicking *laughs* I tell my mom everything.
Just make the best choice for you. Thats all that matters.
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The Real Nikki
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01-23-2012, 10:27 PM
Thank you both. I wasn't all that nervous until I had to start talking to all these doctors, and almost backed out during my ultrasound. My boyfriend and I had our little freak out during christmas break, me excited and him nervous. After awhile, I sort of realized it's not a good time, so we set the date and sort of kept it to ourselves. Then yesterday I started feeling really guilty for not letting other loved ones be a part of my life.
I was all excited about telling my mom I was pregnant, but my teenage brother joked about knocking up a girl. Then my dad got in this big rant about how not funny it was and said "Sex is for business, not pleasure". So I had to wait for that to die down.. and now I'm here.
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01-24-2012, 02:02 AM
Do you know your parent's stance on abortions? Females tend to be more open minded, particularly towards their kids.
It can really go both ways, you can get a shock from learning prejudices from your parents you don't know about, or learn how open/concerned they are, and so the balance between love for the child and their own personal views differs per person.
You be the judge on whether what's best. Usually it's best to tell your mother, or perhaps wait with the situation about your brother you mentioned, but don't be afraid of any unfounded fears you may have.
Also, express the emotional trouble you're going through. It's not something you took lightly or carelessly.
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Mystic
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01-24-2012, 02:35 AM
Emotionally, it might help to talk to you parents. I had a miscarriage and that was hard to deal with so I could only imagine how hard an abortion is to go through. I never told anyone besides my then husband. I don't think a lot of people realize how much that loosing a child effects someone. I would for sure try to talk to someone you trust about it. It's not something you should keep to yourself. If you feel you can't talk to your mom there are support groups that can help. Sometimes it helps to just talk to someone who you know isn't going to be judgmental and the support groups are there for that.
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01-24-2012, 04:03 AM
I have had some friends go through this.
It depends on your mother and what she believes in. I mean it might actually be good for you to talk to her about it. It would probably beneficial to you and her. Like Codette said "Just make the best choice for you. Thats all that matters."
I hope everything gets better I mean it is hard.
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01-26-2012, 06:54 PM
I'm think you should talk to your Mom and I hope she doesn't judge you. No one should ever put you down or judge you for the decision you made. For your emotional grief and pain that goes with having an abortion please check out this website they may even be able to direct you to a center near you.
They are not judgmental, just there to help you get over any emotional pain this has left you with. I hope this helps.
www.care-net.org.
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The Real Nikki
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01-27-2012, 01:09 AM
Truthfully, I think it's all the meds and pills I have to take that is making me all guilty and stuff right now. I've been playing off my depression and tiredness off as just a flu and my period, and my whole family has just accepted it. Thank you everyone that posted. It means a lot to know that I'm not weird and crazy for worrying so much.
@TexasRose - My boyfriend thinks I should go back to my therapist after I finish off my antidepressants. And my doctor has sent me to be bed ridden for two weeks, which really makes me upset because I don't like laying around doing nothing.
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Texasrose
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01-29-2012, 06:31 PM
I think you should defiantly talk to your therapist even though you were not ready to have a baby, I think you may still have some conflicting emotions. I know I would and besides it never hurts to talk to someone your already comfortable with.
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The Real Nikki
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02-07-2012, 04:41 PM
I just wanted to update this before I forget.
I called this counseling center and they suggested a support group for woman with Post Abortion Stress Syndrome (PASS). Turns out that there are millions of other people of all ages that are dealing with this "depression" (long story, but it's kind of not a real type of depression. idk). Anyways, I met a girl the same age that also works at a church. We have been talking on the phone and texting and stuff for a week straight. She's my little healing buddy haha.
Also, be both agree that when we both get to the point of acceptance, we'll tell our parents together. That way if they freak out and disown us, we can make plans to get together and always be there for each other.
Anyways, this is resolved and I feel bad that I didn't take your guys' advise. But still thank you for reading my story.
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Mystic
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02-07-2012, 09:15 PM
Glad you found someone to support you. :) That makes things a lot easier.
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hummy
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02-07-2012, 09:33 PM
i took a friend to have her abortion.
it was really hard on her,
and me, to be honest.
i'm not a fan of abortion,
but i do believe it is a woman's choice.
that being said,she never told her mother.
i kind of wish she had because it was such tramatic decision.
her father had just died and she didnt' want to add more stress to the family.
good luck on what ever you decide to so.
it is your and your boyfriends decision and no one elses, really.
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