What Are My Second-Trimester Pregnancy Options?
If you’re in your second trimester of pregnancy, you may be wondering what options are available to you. The second trimester lasts from week 13 to week 26 of pregnancy, a time when many women start feeling better physically, but decisions about the future can feel even more urgent. If you’re considering your pregnancy options at this stage, it’s important to know what choices are legally available to you in Nebraska.
Read on to learn more about abortion restrictions in Nebraska as well as your other pregnancy options. (Looking for a safe space to talk and find support? We’re here for you.)
Abortion Restrictions in Nebraska
In Nebraska, abortion is banned after 20 weeks gestation, meaning that if you are past this point, abortion is no longer an option unless you travel out of state. If you are thinking about this route, it’s critical to research all aspects of the procedure, including potential risks, costs, and legal considerations in the state where you would be seeking an abortion.
Furthermore, even if your pregnancy is less than 20 weeks gestation, Nebraska law states that you must get an ultrasound to determine your pregnancy’s age and you must also be given information on how abortion works and the risks involved.
Your Other Pregnancy Options
Your other two pregnancy options include parenting and adoption:
Parenting
One of the most important questions to ask yourself is: Do I have a heart to parent? If the answer is yes, it’s worth exploring how you can make this choice work. No one ever feels 100% ready to become a parent, but if you want to raise your child, there are many resources available to help you.
At Assure Women’s Center, we provide referrals for community services to help you feel equipped and confident. Parenting is a big step, but with the right support system, it can be possible.
Adoption
If you feel that parenting is not the best fit for your current situation, adoption is another option that allows you to create a plan for your child’s future. Modern adoption is full of choices, and you have the ability to choose the family, level of contact, and type of adoption plan that best aligns with your goals.
- Open adoption allows ongoing communication with your child and the adoptive family.
- Semi-open adoption includes some updates and limited contact, usually mediated by the adoption agency.
- Closed adoption means there is no direct contact after placement. This option is more rare today.
You Are Not Alone
No matter what decision you’re considering, Assure Women’s Center is here for you. We offer free consultations, and adoption referrals so you can make an informed choice that aligns with your heart and future.
Contact us today to schedule an appointment—we’re here to support you.
*All abortion information sourced in this blog is based on accurate information at the time of writing.
