2006-11-28 22:06:40 · 23 answers · asked by ? 1 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Pregnancy
If you're 17 weeks pregnant, I can take a guess as to why you want to abort this pregnancy so late. I'm going to assume that the baby's father walked out on you, and you're scared to do it alone. You've known that you were pregnant for quite some time, now.
I'm sorry to say that it is not an option at this point to "terminate the pregnancy". It's too late, and it's dangerous to your health if you do so, and will hinder your ability to have kids in the future.
I raised my son alone until I got married. It wasn't easy, and his father hasn't been in the picture for quite some time, but abortion NEVER crossed my mind.
If he left, it's not your baby's fault. When you get pregnant, and you are not married, you take the risk of getting left behind to deal with it on your own. Again, though, it isn't easy, but it is SOOO worth it in the end. I wouldn't trade my beautiful son for any amount of freedom on this planet.
If you just cannot raise this child on your own, though, consider adoption (legally, it's the only other option you have). There are millions of families that cannot have kids, and are waiting to love someone else's child as their own.
Good luck to you. I hope that you make the very best decision.
2006-11-28 22:23:03 · answer #1 · answered by <3 The Pest <3 6 · 9⤊ 3⤋
I dont know what Peter is saying but in Canada you have until 16weeks to have an abortion. The only way you can have an abortion after that is if the pregnancy will kill the mother or the baby is so deformed it will die, or be severly ill. I don't agree with it. And I would just like you to consider this, my friend had an abortion while she was young, its been well over ten years and she feels guilty about it to this day, and she has no children. When that day comes that she has children she will then completely realize what she lost. If you give the baby up for adoption, then if that child decides to in 18 year it can come to you and ask why you gave them away and you can tell them I thought it was better then me killing you! You know in another 31-3 weeks that baby can survive if born! Just read this.
October 5 - Today my life began. My parents don't know it yet, I am as small as an apple seed, but it is I already. I am a girl. I shall have blond hair and blue eyes.
October 19 - Some say I am not a real person yet, that only my mother exists. But I am a real person, just as a small crumb of bread is yet truly bread. My mother is. And I am.
October 23 - My mouth is just beginning to open. Just think, in a year of so I shall be laughing and saying "Mama".
October 25 - My heart began to beat today all by itself. From now on it shall beat for the rest of my life without ever stopping to rest. After many years it will tire. It will stop and I shall die.
November 2 - I am growing a bit every day. My arms and legs are beginning to take shape; but I have to wait a long time yet before these little legs will raise me to my mother's arms, before these little arms will be able to gather flowers and embrace my father.
November 12 - Tiny fingers are beginning to form on my hands. Funny how small they are. I'll be able to stroke my mother's hair with them.
November 20 - It wasn't until today that the doctor told Mom that I am living here under her heart. Oh, how happy she must be.
November 25 - My mom and dad are probably thinking about a name for me, but they don't even know that I am a girl. I am getting so big already.
December 10 - My hair is growing. It is smooth and bright and shiny. I wonder what kind of hair Mom has.
December 13 - I am just able to see. It is dark around me. When Mom brings me into the world it will be full of sunshine and flowers. But what I want more than anything is to see my Mom.
December 24 - I wonder if Mom hears the whispering of my heart? Some children come into the world a little sick; but I am strong and healthy. My heart beats so evenly. You'll have a healthy little girl, Mom.
December 28 - Today my mother killed me.
2006-11-28 23:25:40 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 4⤊ 1⤋
Hi you can only terminate the pergnancy if you have the agreement of several doctors and it is for a good or medical reason as abortions after 16 weeks rarely take place in the UK as it is a horrible procedure that involves giving birth to your dead child (stillborn). Abortions are usually only done upto 12 weeks as this is a much less savage procedure and the fetus isnt very formed. They usually only do it if its medical related at 16 weeks so i'm guessing you would have to speak to some serious people. If I were you I would just go through the pregnancy and see how you feel when the baby is born if your not happy give it up for adoption at least then the child has a chance with a family. You never know you may feel differntly when its born.
Good luck x
2006-11-28 23:03:52 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 4⤋
How can you kill your baby? How can you possibly be so cold hearted and selfish to open your legs... NOT use protection... end up with the BEAUTIFUL gift of life, and ask if its too late to KILL YOUR BABY? You are a cold hearted person! You played adult games.. the risky way... and you need to deal with your responsibilities. The very least you better do is put your child up for adoption... DO NOT KILL YOUR INNOCENT BABY... Your baby did not ask to be brought into this world.. I suggest that after you give your baby up for adoption.. you have your tubes tied. If you do not want children... PROTECT YOURSELF!!! I am praying for your baby... also... please watch this before you do...
http://www.silentscream.org
I don't know what your reason for doing this is, but you CAN make this work! I was 16 when I found out I was pregnant with my oldest daughter.. She and I are best of friends... I could not imagine my life with out her. People told me when I was pregnant that I should have an abortion.. because she would ruin my life... You know what.. My daughter has made my life worth living! She is the reason I am the person I am today! My baby girl is my everything! Please do not take that away from yourself!!!
2006-11-29 07:46:48 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Why would you wait so long to decide to terminate the pregnancy , you have maximum 12 weeks , i do believe you are too late now. I don't understand why you would wait this long , this is a decision that has to be made early in pregnancy.
2006-11-28 23:26:14 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
"How your baby's growing: Your baby weighs about 5 ounces now, and he's around 5 inches long — about the size of a large onion. He can move his joints, and his skeleton — until now rubbery cartilage — is starting to harden to bone. His sense of hearing is also developing. The umbilical cord, his lifeline to the placenta, is growing stronger and thicker." Babycenter.com
Please, consider adoption. This is a baby!
2006-12-02 11:55:47 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'm not sure where you are from, i live in the England UK, and i have been led to believe that you can have an abortion up to 24 weeks. It is ultimately you and your doctors decision for an abortion, and if thats what you feel is the best option for you, then i dont think anybody should judge you. The best advice i can give you is go and speak to your doctor or go to a family planning clinic. They will be able to properly inform you of all your options, i hope all works out well for you, best wishes.
2006-11-28 23:44:33 · answer #7 · answered by retardomc 2 · 0⤊ 2⤋
Please Reconsider your decision to have an abortion...don't just look at it from your point of view, look at it from your baby's point of view. I don't know what your situation is, but maybe this will help you a little I wrote this poem 2 years ago and it's from all the unborn children who just want a chance...Good Luck and best wishes to you.
Mom.....I Love you
Mommy dont you want me?
I feel a bond with you.
I'm here to make you happy
A love that's very true.
Mom, why are you crying?
your making me very sad
Is it just a little problem
or is it my angry dad?
I know he dosen't want me mom
but I want to give you joy
I promise to never hurt you
I'll be a happy little boy.
WAIT MOM!!! WHAT ARE YOU DOING?
your slowing down my heart;
your ripping all my fingers and
tearing my body all apart.
How can you be so cruel mom
to take my life from me?
what did I ever do to make you go
to this degree?
I heard you say your sorry
But that isn't good enough;
You didn't have to kill me
just because your life was rough.
God said it won't be easy for
what you've put me through
I think I see you walking through
that bright light tunnel too.
I'll be there to greet you
to give you everlasting joy
I hope that your not mad mom
Love...your sad aborted boy.
Tracie A. Tatum
by jttatum
2006-11-28 23:08:49 · answer #8 · answered by jttatum2005 2 · 5⤊ 2⤋
Depending on how far along you are will determine if you can terminate your pregnancy. You really need to think about this. Even though you do not want this baby. Someone out there would.
2006-11-28 22:28:57 · answer #9 · answered by Gentle Giant Canines 3 · 4⤊ 1⤋
You want to screw around you have to except the responsibility that comes with it.......and just a hint try birth control if don't want to get pregnant and make sure the guy wheres a condom.......but yes it is to late for you to have an abortion.
2006-11-28 22:18:07 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 5⤊ 1⤋