When you first learned about your unexpected pregnancy, you probably thought, “There is no way I could parent this child.” But what if we told you it is possible to be a successful parent? We’ll show you how. Just because your pregnancy was unplanned doesn’t mean it’s impossible.
Is Parenting Right for Me?
Wow! Think back a few months and ask yourself if you thought parenting might be in your immediate future. The answer is probably not. But just because parenting wasn’t what you were planning on, it doesn’t mean it can’t happen.
We’ll show you the many resources and referrals available. We bet you’ll be surprised by what you can find.
What to Consider
As you consider becoming a parent, you need to assess what you have available and what you’ll need. By answering the following questions, you can help us figure out how we can help you:
- Will I have the financial and emotional support of my partner?
- How will my parents respond to the news? Will they help me?
- Where will I live?
- Can I continue my education? My career?
- How can I get medical insurance, childcare, and other financial support?
- Do I have the will to parent?
- How can I get baby supplies at a cost I can afford?
Free Parenting Support
At Alpha Women’s Center, we provide many services to assist you in your parenting journey. In addition to our free and confidential pregnancy services, we offer one-on-one mentoring to help you create an individualized parenting plan.
Do you know how to get prenatal care? Are you familiar with childbirth and breastfeeding? Are you interested in learning more about parenting and job skills? We can help you get the information you need.
We also offer free material support, including diapers, wipes, maternity and baby clothes, and bigger items like strollers, Pack ‘n Plays, and car seats. Ask how you can earn these items.
Referrals for Support in Our Community
There is a lot of support for single mothers in our area. Here are a few services we can refer you to:
- The Michigan Family Independence Program provides cash assistance (FIP).
- The Healthy Michigan Plan and Healthy Kids provide medical and health-related services.
- The MIChild health care program assists children.
- Barry County Health and Human Services.
- Low-income housing.
- Michigan food-assistance program.
You Can Be a Successful Parent
With support, love, and a lot of determination, you can be a successful parent. Let the team at Alpha Women’s Center help you. Schedule an appointment to discuss the services that are available to assist you.
We’ll support you emotionally, educationally, and materially. You can begin with Alpha.
