Pregnancy is not a happy surprise for every woman. You may have plans for the future that don’t involve raising a child right now, or you may be facing hardships that make you feel as though being a parent isn’t the best choice. These initial emotions may change over the course of your pregnancy, and you don’t have to make any decisions right away. The first thing to focus on is confirming your pregnancy with a health care provider and making a plan to keep yourself healthy and safe.
In you are in or near Georgetown, these organizations can help you take your next steps.
Find a Free Pregnancy Test in Georgetown
Many organizations offer free pregnancy tests as well as no-cost sonograms. Confirming your pregnancy, and knowing how far along you are, provides valuable information that can help you determine your options.
Pregnancy Help Center of Williamson County
508 FM1460
Georgetown, TX 78626
(512) 868-0153
Website
Apply for Pregnancy Medicaid
The cost of prenatal care – not to mention labor and delivery – can feel overwhelming if you don’t have health insurance. Texas women who meet certain income requirements are eligible to have their maternity care covered by Pregnancy Medicaid. Women who live or work in New Braunfels can get assistance applying at this nearby Texas Benefits office location:
HHSC Benefits Office
2500 North Austin Ave.
Georgetown, TX 78626
Get directions
Establish Prenatal Care
With your Pregnancy Medicaid plan, you’ll be able to choose an OB near you to provide prenatal care throughout your pregnancy. You’ll also want to start thinking about where to deliver. Most of our clients in Georgetown have delivered at this hospital and received excellent care:
St. David’s Georgetown Hospital
2000 Scenic Dr.
Georgetown, TX 78626
Visit online
Consider Your Options
Not every unexpected pregnancy is a happy surprise. There are a lot of reasons women feel like raising a child right now isn’t right for them, and it’s important to explore those concerns. Sometimes, if a woman wants to be a parent, we can help her find a way. In other situations, we can help her explore adoption as an alternative. There is no right or wrong choice, and we support whatever decisions you make.
Explore Adoption in Georgetown
Adoption Advocates helps women with unplanned pregnancies explore adoption as an option, without judgment or pressure. Our goal is to provide a honest, open look at adoption so that you can make the decision that’s best for you and your child.
As a nonprofit adoption agency, we’ve been providing free adoption support and services since 1991. Our office in Central Austin offers a confidential space to learn more about open adoption to see if it’s right for you. If meeting at our office is not convenient, we’re happy to meet you at at place that works for you in Georgetown.
Meet Our Georgetown Adoption Specialist
Alicia Ports, LMSW, is a Georgetown resident and provides counseling and support for expectant parents in Central Texas. She has a passion for working in the adoption field after previously working with former foster youth and going through the private adoption process with her daughter.
Questions about adoption? Reach out to Alicia directly:
CALL
(512) 477-1122
TEXT
(512) 270-8415
Take the First Step Now
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WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY
“What sets Adoption Advocates apart is their unwavering commitment to open adoption. They understand the complexities of this process, and their dedication to ensuring that all parties involved, including birth parents, adoptive parents, and, most importantly, the children, have the best possible experience is truly commendable.”
MiGUEL | AUSTIN ADOPTIVE FATHER
