How can guys get help?
When she comes to you and tells you she could be pregnant, it’s natural to feel nervous or unsure. You might feel scared, confused or angry. When it comes to pregnancy decisions, the choice is ultimately up to her – but you can have a big influence on her decision. If you need help, we are here to listen and answer your questions.
Get the facts
Before you begin worrying what decision she is going to make, does she know if she is really pregnant?
We offer free pregnancy test at all of our locations, urine based tests are 99.5% accurate. Test results should be confirmed medically to find out about viability, if there is a heartbeat, and how far along she is.
Help her
Staying calm and helping her research all her options is one of the best things you can do. Offer real support by letting her know you are there for her no matter what. She needs to know you care, you are listening and that you will help her.
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FAQ
The most important thing you can do is listen and let them know that you care. Avoid pressuring toward any particular decision and offer to attend appointments together. Take care of your own emotional needs too, as this affects you both. PCC Toronto offers support for partners, including one-on-one sessions where you can talk through your own feelings and questions. Call or text 416-229-2607.
While the final decision about pregnancy rests with the person who is pregnant, fathers play an important role. Support, involvement, and perspective matter. If parenting is chosen, fathers have both rights and responsibilities. For adoption, birth fathers are typically contacted and their consent may be required depending on circumstances. Our support staff can help you understand these roles and explore resources.
Absolutely. Finding out about an unexpected pregnancy can bring up a range of emotions, fear, confusion, excitement, anxiety, or all of these at once. These feelings are completely normal for everyone involved. At PCC Toronto, we offer confidential support specifically for anyone navigating this situation. You don’t have to figure this out alone. Call or text 416-229-2607 to speak with someone who understands.
Disagreements during this time are common and can be stressful for both partners. Your feelings matter. Our support staff can help you process your own emotions and, if helpful, facilitate conversations between you and your partner. We’re here to support all of you.
Yes, all are welcome to visit independently and confidentially. Many partners find it helpful to have some space to process feelings and ask questions. Visits are completely confidential. We won’t contact your partner or anyone else unless you ask us to. Call or text 416-229-2607.
We offer one-on-one support sessions where you can talk through your feelings with a trained support staff who understands the unique challenges men face during an unexpected pregnancy. We can also connect you with parenting resources, information about your rights and responsibilities as a father, and community support services.
Preparing for fatherhood involves practical and emotional steps. We can help you explore parenting classes, connect with resources for new fathers, and think through questions about your role. Our support staff can provide information about community programs and government benefits available to families. You don’t have to figure this out alone.
You’re not alone.
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“I didn’t know where to turn. That’s pretty much how I ended up coming to the Pregnancy Care Centre. I needed to speak about my emotions and my feelings, what I would do…I really had absolutely no idea.”
