Victory Over Massive Pressure

Nicole’s boyfriend, the baby’s father, does not want the baby at all. He relentlessly tries to persuade her to have an abortion. Over time, this wears Nicole down so much that, despite her past suffering, she once again struggles with the idea of abortion. But she cannot make a decision and is distraught. In her desperation, she seeks advice and comes across the SAMC, which she contacts immediately.

Contact Forges Trust

When Nicole pours her heart out to a counselor, she also talks about the pain she felt after her previous abortion. She says she struggled mentally afterwards. Her relationship also suffered greatly as a result. She never wants to go through this nightmare again. Deep down, she is looking forward to the child. If only the child’s father would not pressure her so much to have an abortion. Because of his rude behavior, the relationship is now suffering again. She can no longer stand it and wants to escape the agonizing pressure. That is why she has made an appointment for an abortion. The counselor’s first priority is to give Nicole a sense of security and self-confidence. She therefore explains her various rights in detail. She then tells the pregnant woman about the comprehensive support offered by the SAMC to women in crisis situations. Nicole finds these words comforting. She feels that she has found someone in the counselor who understands her difficult situation. She gains confidence and tells her that she would like to remain in contact with her.

Nicole finds inner peace — for now

 Further discussions between Nicole and the child’s father only cause more hurt. He does not want the child under any circumstances. Nicole confesses to the counselor that she is afraid she will not be able to manage on her own with a child. Many things about her future frighten her, including her financial situation.

The counselor addresses these concerns and shows Nicole concrete ways in which she can make use of her options, even if she ends up being a single parent. The pregnant woman then withdraws for a while to think about everything in peace. When she returns to the SAMC, she says that thanks to the conversations, she understands her situation much better. The counseling has strengthened her so much that she can follow her heart and will keep her child.

Doubts Again

The child’s father strongly disagrees with Nicole’s courageous decision. His verbal abuse and attempts at intimidation continue unabated. He repeatedly urges Nicole to have an abortion, despite the fact that she is now well into her pregnancy. On the other hand, he threatens to take the child away from her. All of this upsets Nicole so much that she has to seek medical treatment for a while. The father’s rude behavior even makes Nicole consider abortion again. She thinks this will protect her child from its father.

Joy About the Child Prevails

Nicole tells the counselor about her concerns and talks to her about her panic-stricken fear for the child’s welfare. The counselor explains the situation to her and makes it clear that the law is on her side. She also promises her important legal support. This enables Nicole to finally withstand the enormous pressure and look forward to a future with her child.

As the birth approaches, the counselor remarks to Nicole one day that she is glowing with happiness. Nicole confirms this. When her baby boy is born, she proudly shares the happy news with the counselor. The joy of having a baby has prevailed. The difficult behavior of the child’s father no longer changes anything. The SAMC provides Nicole with exactly the material and financial support she needs, and helps her get off to a good start in motherhood.