J.C. asks from Bakersfield, CA on September 26, 2007
Husband Wants Me to Get an Abortion
I just found out I'm pregnant!! I was really happy until I saw my husbands reaction.. He blamed it all on me and he said that he doesn't want it. He told me that he wants me to get an abortion, how do I make him understand that I want our baby? He said that if I keep the baby he will leave? help please
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P.H. answers from San Diego on September 27, 2007
For me the answer would be simple... If you want to leave then see you later... cause there is no way I would have an abortion.. jmo... goodluck
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P.H. answers from San Diego on September 27, 2007
For me the answer would be simple... If you want to leave then see you later... cause there is no way I would have an abortion.. jmo... goodluck
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N.P. answers from San Diego on September 27, 2007
I am so bummed, I just wrote you a long message and for some reason got an error...ok, I will try to recap.
So, in response...NO ONE can ever force you to have an abortion. For someone to threaten you and say that it is all your fault, is an indication of what type of person that is. Last time I checked, it takes 2 to tango, and the fact that your husband is doing this to you, is an indication of what type of person he is.
I will tell you I was in a similar situation...however, I was not married. I decided to have the baby despite the pressure I received to have an abortion...but I knew I could not live with that decision. I now have a 13 month little boy that I could not imagine my life without...the thought that I could have possibly not had him makes me cry. And now, his father loves him SO much and can't imagine his life without him as well. I thank GOD every day that I decided to have him...I was scared and thought I would be a single parent, but I knew I had to do the right thing...and had a lot of support from family and friends.
Remember, Abortion is a HUGE, final decision. Once you do it, there is no turning back. If you want to have this baby, then you should NOT be forced into an abortion. Stay strong and stick to what you feel is right...it is your body and YOU are the one who has to live with the decision.
I will be praying for you and your family. Send me a message if you need any advice, etc. This is such a hard decision...I know how you feel. Right now you should be feeling JOY celebrating the fact you have a human life growing in your tummy...your husband should be loving you and supporting you. This is what he vowed to do when he married you :)
XOXOXOXO
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S.A. answers from Stockton on September 27, 2007
Evaluate your relationship with your husband & your son. Really take a look at things. Remember this is your body & your morals. Try to have a sit down with him & be as strait up as you can. He should be supportive of you & your feelings. If he's not,& you choose to keep the baby; then you'll probably have to do it alone. Find out what you really want & whats important to you. Don't do anything that you don't feel comfortable doing. Don't let ANYONE force you into something you don't want to do. It helps when you have people to back you up; but if that support that you need isn't there; it's best to do it on your own; nomatter how hard it may seem. Hope all gets better on your end. I'll pray for you & hope you make the best decision for yourself & family.
(about me; 27yrs old, mother of 3,married,& also have a blended family.
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C.L. answers from Stockton on September 27, 2007
Oh my gosh, that is so sad. I feel so sorry for you. My advise to you it to NOT get an abortion. If you do, you will regret it for the rest of your life. If your husband truly loves you, he will eventually understand. An abortion will not affect him as it will you. You will feel like something is missing the rest of your life.
Good luck with your decision. I will pray for you!
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S.T. answers from San Diego on September 27, 2007
I was in your exact position 13 years ago when I was 21. I felt so lost and I did not see any alternative but to go ahead and get the abortion. There is not a day that goes by when I do not regret what I did. We stayed together, but it was not a good relationship and we recently just separated. That is a decision only you can make, and it is a hard one, but an ultimatum like that given by someone that is supposed to be your life partner, should make you question your path. Do NOT get the abortion for your husband, if YOU decide that is what is best, then so be it. Good luck to you and your family.
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M.C. answers from San Diego on September 27, 2007
Hi,
I'm sorry about your situation,but baby is a gift of God do not listen to your husband idea of abortion both of you made this happened you cannot do it by yourself,tell him that but if he don't want the baby keep it anyway even it means he will leave you he is liable to support the baby anyway. He will realize that abortion is wrong later you are married to each other he should support you financially,physically and spiritually it's a sin. I will be praying for you and your husband.If he Love you he will love the baby too.
Mc
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K.B. answers from San Diego on September 27, 2007
That last response from LT said it all. He needs to respect your rights as a wife, a mother and a woman. And he obviously doesn't in any aspect. Don't let him leave, make him leave. Easier said than done, for sure, but look at what you will potentially be putting your children and yourself through in the future.
His type will not change. Even if there is a moment of remorse on his part, this will innevitably come back to haunt you.
Respect yourself and protect your children.
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D.A. answers from San Diego on September 27, 2007
I'm so sorry you are going through this, I don't have any advice just to say that I'll have you in my prayers and that you pray as well!
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