It's important to know the facts about pregnancy and conception so you can take control of your reproduction rather than leaving it to chance.
Being pregnant, or thinking you might be, can be a very exciting, but scary time. You may have lots of questions and concerns.
Before you make any decisions it's good to know the facts about pregnancy and maybe talk things through with someone who can listen.
For specialist advice talk to the FPA.
Support
Having the support of your partner, family and friends can be helpful, and remember that there are various professionals, such as doctors, midwives, and counsellors who can answer questions and give you the space to talk about concerns.
Sexual Health Direct
Sexual Health Direct is a telephone helpline run by fpa, whose advisers can help you make decisions about what you want to do and signpost you to other helpful organisations. There is also useful information on their website about unplanned pregnancy.
Brook
If you are under 25, Brook is a sexual health charity that also has a helpline and useful information on their website.
National Childbirth Trust
National Childbirth Trust is the UK’s largest parenting charity. They support parents with information about pregnancy, birth and parenting, and they have a network where you can find practical and emotional support.
Adoption
If you are thinking about putting your child up for adoption to another family, you can learn more from the Adoption Information Line or the British Association for Adoption and Fostering.
If you are thinking about having an abortion, you can read more on this page.