College is a place where stories, half-truths, and rumors about pregnancy are everywhere—passed around in classes, group chats, and late-night conversations. Hearing different advice from friends, social media, or even the internet can be confusing, and it’s easy for pregnancy myths to spread quickly. But when it comes to pregnancy, what you don’t know can absolutely affect your future. That’s why we’re committed to providing clarity, transparency, and support at Options for Women.

When a friend comes to you with news of an unexpected pregnancy, one of the best gifts you can offer is real unexpected pregnancy support. You might not know what to say or do, but a little care goes a long way. Here are five real ways to offer unexpected pregnancy support that truly make a difference.

Pregnancy can bring about many emotions; sometimes excitement and fear can be conflated when a woman is left without ample support to contend with these feelings, and result in a heartbreaking decision.

Brittany found herself in this situation, and feeling she had no other choice she took the first abortion pill. Later she became convinced that God interceded on behalf of her baby.