Your options
Parenting
The CDC reports that nearly half of all pregnancies are unplanned. You are not alone. Despite not planning to become a parent at this point in your life, we are here to help you explore parenting as an option for your unplanned pregnancy.
Questions to Consider
- How will having a baby effect my life?
- How do I know I am ready to be a parent?
- What does your support system look like?
- How will my partner or parents feel about my parenting?
- Can I continue with my job or education?
- What additional financial support will I need?
Help is Available
Your health and well-being are our first priority. We can give you a variety of referrals for services or resources we cannot provide.
There are several community programs to assist mothers:
- WIC is a nutrition assistance program that supports families with children under the age of 5 by providing food and farmer’s market vouchers to help families purchase healthy foods. WIC also conducts nutrition education, breastfeeding education, and breastfeeding support.
- Nurse Family Partnership is a free program for women who are pregnant with their first baby. When you enroll you will be connected to a registered nurse who will provide the support, advice and information you need to have a healthy pregnancy, a healthy baby, and be a great mom.
- Denali Kid Care is the name of an Alaska expansion of Medicaid. It covers the cost of prenatal care for women who meet income guidelines. Learn more from the Department of Health & Human Services below.
