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Abortion vs. Adoption

Abortion and adoption are two of three choices you face when being pregnant. If parenting is not an option for you, take a moment to consider the similarities and differences between the two options of adoption and abortion.

The Similarities

ADOPTION	ABORTION
You can pursue earlier goals and plans.	You can pursue earlier goals and plans.
You can live independently.	You can live independently.
You will not have to parent prematurely.	You will not have to parent prematurely.
You will be free from the financial burden of parenting.	You will be free from the financial burden of parenting.
You will have the freedom to choose if you want to have a long-term relationship with the baby’s father.	You will have the freedom to choose if you want to have a long-term relationship with the baby’s father.
You can resume your education or career.	You can resume your education or career.

The Difference

ADOPTION	ABORTION
Your pregnancy ends with giving life.	Your pregnancy ends with death.
You may feel good and positive about your choice.	You may feel guilt and shame about your choice.
You will remember giving birth.	You will remember taking a life.
You will have plenty of time to plan your and your baby’s future.	Abortion is final; you can’t reverse your decision.
You can hold, name, and love your baby.	You will never know or treasure your baby.
You can have continued contact with you child, if you choose.	You will miss the opportunity to see your child develop.

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