Let’s face it. It’s hard to handle pressure from your family, friends, or partner during pregnancy. You are going through a very emotional situation, and your support system may feel anything but supportive.
Take a deep breath. You are stronger than you think and can rise above the pressure.
Alpha Omega Center is here to help support you in a pressure-free, confidential environment. Schedule a free appointment today. Keep reading to learn tips for handling pressure from others.
Stay Grounded
When external pressure feels like it’s too much, remember that all you can truly control is yourself. Remind yourself of who you are, your goals, your values, and your dreams for the future. No one can change or take any of this away from you.
Staying grounded will help you remain calm and realize you are in control, even if the future is uncertain.
Understand Intentions
Sometimes, your friends, family, and partner have noble intentions when trying to convince you of a certain path, and other times, they do not have your best interest at heart.
Discerning between those who genuinely care about you versus those who are projecting their fear, anger, or self-interest onto you will help you distinguish between good and bad advice.
Resist with Confidence
Saying “no” and resisting pressure is usually uncomfortable, and some people are better at it than others. However, when it comes to your pregnancy decision, it’s critical that your response is firm and confident.
Those trying to influence your decision need to understand that your pregnancy decision will impact you the most; therefore, you have the final say.
This doesn’t mean you should shut down your loved ones’ opinions, advice, and thoughts. You simply share that they do not have the power to pressure you into a decision.
Instead, you will carefully consider all the factors and then arrive at your own decision.
Make an Informed Choice
Learning all you can about your pregnancy, options, and resources will help you make an informed choice.
Schedule an appointment at Alpha Omega Center to confirm your pregnancy and ask questions. Our caring staff is here to listen and give you a safe space to talk without pressure or judgment. Visit us in Slippery Rock or New Castle today.