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Expert: - 6/3/2007


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I am 35 yrs. old. I have 2 kids and just left my husband of 12 years. I am 8 weeks pregnant from another man but he is married. He has no kids so this would be his first. I feel that I dont want to go through this pregnancy alone, he says he wants to be part of the whole thing but I dont believe him. I am thinking of getting an abortion. I just need someone to guide me or give me options of what to do. I am so confused. Help.

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Hi Gabriela,
Thanks for your question. I do feel for your situation. I have heard this story before so do not think that you are alone or the only one. I am surprised to hear that the father of your baby wants to be a part of the whole thing. What is he going to do about his present marriage? Please consider all your options before making your decision. You do not have to hurry to make your decision, you do have some time to explore support and networking options. Please check out this group and board. http://groups.yahoo.com/group/unplanned_pregnancy_help/
http://www.voy.com/66018/
Also, you may want to go to this website http://www.optionline.org
You can find a free pregnancy resource center on that website. I would recommend calling them or going in for an appointment to have them suggest options and support, also.
The # is 1-800-395-HELP
I hope we can talk more. Please email me at DCHERYL51@yahoo.com
Hope to talk real soon!

Sincerely,
Diane Cheryl

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Please email me at CHERYL51@aol.com if I am "maxed out" on questions. I will answer as soon as I can. Please be patient because I get many emails. If I don't answer within a reasonable time, please email me again and put ALLEXPERTS in the subject line of your email. Thanks. Please contact me if you would like information about abortion procedures. What are your questions or concerns about an abortion? I also would be able to help with resources and networking. I can provide insight about emotional and psychological aspects of abortion. I would like to help you with up-to-date info and advice. I haven't had an abortion myself, but have 3 close friends who have experienced abortion and I can relate through them. I can also provide resources if you have experienced any post-abortion problems; medical, psychological, emotional, or spiritual. PRIVATE QUESTIONS ARE WELCOME!

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I have almost 23 years of experience in counseling women in unexpected pregnancy situations. I also provide resources for PASS (Post Abortion Stress Syndrome).

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Illinois Valley Community College (LaSalle-Peru, Illinois), Austin Community College and Travel Agent Degree.
Almost 22 years of on-the-job training onsite at abortion clinics and volunteering at pregnancy resource centers. Sonogram training and Post Abortion Counseling Training. Have done research with hundreds of women for almost 23 years regarding abortion, pregnancy and post-abortion healing.

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