I’m Being Pressured to Get an Abortion — Who Can I Turn To?
If you’re here because you feel pressured to have an abortion, please take a deep breath and know this: you are not alone. You may be feeling overwhelmed, scared, confused — or maybe just unsure of what to do next. Whatever you’re feeling, it’s valid.
And it’s important to say this early on: you have the right to make this decision for yourself.
According to national data, 61% of adult women who had an abortion said they felt pressured into it — by a partner, family member, boss, or someone else. That’s a majority. So if you’re feeling that weight, you are not imagining it. And it does not mean abortion is your only way forward.
You deserve support that centers YOU — your voice, your needs, and your future.
First: Are You Safe?
Before making any decision, let’s check in on your safety.
If you are being threatened, physically hurt, or controlled in any way, that is not okay. Whether the pressure is emotional or physical, your safety matters.
If you’re in immediate danger, call the National Domestic Violence Hotline:
📞 800-799-7233 (available 24/7)
They can help you create a safety plan and connect you to a safe shelter if needed.
If you’re pregnant and need a safe place to stay, the National Maternity Housing Coalition can help. They connect women to safe, affordable housing programs across the country — places that respect your decisions and offer real support without pressure.
What Do You Want?
When people around you are loud, it can be hard to hear your own voice. That’s why it’s so important to step back and ask:
What do I need right now?
What do I want for my future?
These questions are not selfish — they’re essential.
This moment is not just about a “yes” or “no” to pregnancy. It’s about your whole life, your relationships, your peace of mind, your dignity. And that’s why you deserve time, space, and support to figure it out — without pressure.
Talk to Someone Who Truly Listens and doesn’t pressures you
You might not have the support system you wish you had. That’s okay — support exists, and you can find it.
Here are some confidential and compassionate places you can reach out to today:
This free, 24/7 online chat connects you with people trained to help you talk through your situation. Whether you’re just finding out you’re pregnant, feeling confused, or already under pressure, they’ll meet you where you are.
📞 Call 800-366-7773
This 24-hour hotline is completely confidential and free. You’ll speak to a caring, trained professional who will offer counseling, answer your questions, and talk to you about all your options.
At Centro Tepeyac, we are here for you — whether you need someone to talk to, or just a calm space to breathe. We’ll never pressure you, shame you, or rush you.
You deserve a place where you can be yourself, ask honest questions, and get real answers — without judgment.
You’re Not Alone
Maybe no one around you is really hearing you. Maybe they’ve already made up their minds. But your voice still matters. You’re the one who will live with this decision — not them. That means you should have the space to choose freely and with clarity.
Whatever you’re going through, there are people who care. People who will listen and walk with you. People who believe that you deserve more than pressure — you deserve peace.
