Pregnancy Options Support
Maine Children's Home (MCH) provides caring and supportive licensed social workers without fees to people who need assistance exploring all options for their unplanned pregnancy and who need noncoercive support in making informed decisions that are best for them.
The goals of this service are to:
- Support, educate, and empower people to make the best choice for their unique situation in a way that feels safe, accepting, and transparent
- Lessen the anxiety of this process and help expecting parents to feel confident in their decisions
- Help clients identify and communicate their feelings surrounding their pregnancy
- Provide a safe space where expecting parents can weigh all of their options without judgment or coercion
- Help expecting parents identify and evaluate the many factors that may impact their decision
- Assess the needs and existing supports that expecting parents have, and connect them to community resources where necessary
- Help clients create an individualized plan for their pregnancy
- Provide access to MCH’s licensed clinicians if mental health support is needed during or after pregnancy
Frequently Asked Questions
Is there a fee for these services?
NO. They are completely FREE.
Will I be able to control who I tell about my pregnancy with this service?
YES. Our work is completely confidential.
Do I need to be able to get to your office?
NO. We offer flexible services and can typically travel to you or meet virtually.
What if I am unsure about what to do?
We can help! You are a perfect person to call us.
To request more information about Pregnancy Options Counseling and Support, fill out the form HERE.
Contact Us
If you have any questions, email options@mainechildrenshome.org or contact the program office at 207-873-4253.