When you are pregnant
unexpectedly, be calm and make good choices!
Many
teenagers find out they are pregnant unexpectedly. She may be sad,
scared, angry, feeling guilty or
ashamed. She
may cry easily. She may keep the pregnancy secret. These are understandable.
You could make good
choices! Please talk to trusted
adults about your current situation. Professional
people likes doctors, nurses, social workers and teachers
could offer clear and correct
information for you. Information from peers might be biased such
that unsound decision is made resulting in unfavorable or dangerous situation. Your health
and baby’s health are paramount.
Pregnancy
in teenage
girl is associated with risks of nutritional deficiency, mood problems, partner violence,
unsatisfactory weight gain or unhealthy risky behaviour. The baby
is affected by these situations and may be born prematurely with low birth weight. Young
mother faces changing roles. Issues of financial or housing difficulties
may arise. In
Hong Kong,
enhanced service for pregnant teenager is provided by Hospital Authority and
other organizations working in partnership. Such services include enhanced
antenatal care, education and talks on child care, career planning and
counseling.
If you need
information on
termination of pregnancy, consult a registered doctor for professional
advice. Utilization of illegal medical service or substandard medical service outside
Hong Kong will result in irreversible
damage to your body including infectious diseases, surgical
complications or problems of fertility.
The following services are reliable and appropriate for your needs:
1.
Family Planning Association of Hong Kong
Wan Chai. Tel. 25754799; Mong Kok. Tel 27704994; Tsuen Wan. Tel. 24432773
2.
Mother’s Choice
Tel. 2868 2022
3.
“When Teens Meet Angels” - by Evangelical Lutheran Church of Hong Kong
Tel 51322155
4.
“Caritas Project Hyacinth” - by Caritas Social
Service Division
Tel 25802626 or 95513707
5.
Maternal and Child Health Centers (31 clinics in
different districts in Hong Kong)
Please talk to professional
people. Your confidentiality will be respected!
Disclaimer: This Education Material is
for information only. Users will be responsible for making their own assessment
of the matters discussed herein which should not replace advices from their
health care professionals.