4 Months Pregnant [Unplanned Pregnancy Options]

If you are 4 months pregnant and unsure what to do, understanding your options is crucial before making a decision.

It might feel like four months is too late to do anything about an unwanted pregnancy, but you still have options. You can do what’s best for you and your baby’s life, even when you’re 14 or 15 weeks pregnant.

This might be a difficult spot to be in, but no matter what you’re feeling, know that an unplanned pregnancy doesn’t have to derail your life.

To find out what your options are if you’re 17, 16, or 15 weeks pregnant and don’t want the baby, keep reading and contact us today.

Your Baby’s Development During Weeks 14-17

At this point, the second trimester is well underway. A lot of big changes have happened over the last few months. Here’s what going on with your body now that you’re halfway through your pregnancy.

I’m 4 Months Pregnant and Don’t Want the Baby. What Do I Do?

Although your window might be smaller for some of your unplanned pregnancy options, you’re not in as much of a rush as you think you are. If you’re between 14–17 weeks, here’s what you should know about your options for an unplanned pregnancy.

Adoption

You might be in a situation where you’re asking, “I am four months pregnant, and I want to put my baby up for adoption. Is this still an option for me?” Absolutely.

You can choose adoption at any point in your pregnancy, including at four months.

Adoption is an incredibly selfless decision to give your baby the best life possible. Your child will grow up with the gift of two loving families and a lifetime of opportunity. Adoption will also allow you to return to the life path you had laid out for yourself before your unplanned pregnancy.

If you’re unsure if this option is the right one for you, remember that you can always reach out to an adoption professional to get more information on your options.

Parenting

Becoming a parent is the dream for many women. If you’re considering this unplanned pregnancy option, then it’s time to start getting ready for your baby’s arrival. 

Keep track of your spending and make a budget to plan for everything the baby might need. You’ll also need to start getting your home ready, along with the nursery. You may consider signing up for childbirth and delivery education classes to help prepare for delivery.

It is never too early to start thinking of maternity leave. Schedule an appointment with your boss or HR to go over everything that needs to be covered in your absence to help avoid any stress or confusion when the time comes to deliver your baby.

Abortion

Abortion isn’t an easy decision to make, but it’s the right choice for many women. If you don’t feel like adoption or parenting is the right choice for you, then make sure that you do plenty of research when it comes to 14-week pregnant abortion options.

At this point in your pregnancy, there are many states that either severely limit your right to get an abortion or don’t allow it by the middle of the second trimester. If you haven’t had a chance to look, the Guttmacher Institute offers information on state laws and bans on abortion throughout the pregnancy.

If you haven’t made an appointment with your doctor to discuss this unplanned pregnancy option, please do so as soon as possible, especially if you live in one of the states known for their restriction on access to abortions. They will let you know what options are still available in your situation and what to do next if you’re considering your 14, 15, 16 or 17-weeks pregnant terminations options.

Your Next Steps

As you get ready for the fifth month of your pregnancy, it might be time to start narrowing down your options.

If you need any help at all, or if you’re still not sure which unplanned pregnancy option is right for you, contact an adoption professional to get more information about each one of your unplanned pregnancy options in more detail, especially if you’re 14 weeks (or more) and don’t want to be pregnant anymore.