Pregnancy Options
Pregnancy Options
If you find out that you are pregnant, there are a variety of options that you can consider:
- Continuing the pregnancy and raising the baby.
- Continuing the pregnancy and placing the baby for adoption.
- Ending the pregnancy by medical or surgical abortion.
For more information on your options, please visit the .
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While You Decide What to Do
- It is recommended that you start a prenatal vitamin containing 600 micrograms of folic acid to protect against certain birth defects.
- Refrain from drinking alcohol, smoking, vaping, or using drugs. Discuss any over-the-counter or prescription medications with a healthcare provider.
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Seek Support in Making Your Decision
- Contact听Student Health Services听for pregnancy testing and referrals to local providers.
- Contact the听Center for Counseling and Student Development听for an appointment with a mental health provider.
You can drop in for a triage appointment at 305 Warner Hall, or schedule one through your 91原创 Health Portal. - Access 24/7 virtual crisis care and mental health support through听TimelyCare.
- Other off-campus support options:
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Prenatal Care
If you decide to continue the pregnancy, you should seek prenatal care as soon as possible.
| Provider | Address | Contact |
|---|---|---|
| Christiana Center for Women's Wellness | 4745 Ogletown-Stanton Road MAP 1, Suite 105 Newark, DE | 302-623-4043 |
| Maternity and Gynecology Associates | 4745 Ogletown-Stanton Road MAP 1, Suite 207 Newark, DE | 302-368-9000 |
| First State Women's Care | 4735 Ogletown-Stanton Road Suite 106 Newark, DE | 302-454-9800 |
| All About Women | 4735 Ogletown-Stanton Road Suite 2300 Newark, DE | 302-733-6510 |
| Christiana Women's Health at Newark | 4755 Ogletown-Stanton Road Suite Y110/1900 Newark, DE | 302-658-2229 |
| The Birth Center | 620 Churchman's Road Newark, DE | 302-658-2229 |
| St. Francis Women's Center, Newark | 620 Stanton-Christiana Road Suite 304, Metroform Medical Complex Newark, DE | 302-691-3800 |
| Provider | Address | Contact |
|---|---|---|
| Christiana Care Greenville Obstetrics and Gynecology | 3506 Kennett Pike Suite 100 Greenville, DE 19807 | 302-661-3375 |
| Christiana Care Women's Health at Silverside | 3509 Silverside Road Suite 201 Wilmington, DE 19810 | 302-477-1375 |
| St. Francis OB/GYN Center | 701 North Clayton Street Suite 505 MOB Wilmington, DE 19805 | 302-421-4775 |
| Women to Women OB/GYN | 1100 Grant Avenue Second Floor Wilmington, DE 19805 | 302-778-2229 |
| Christiana Care Wilmington Women's Health | Wilmington Hospital 501 West 14th Street Wilmington, DE 19801 | 302-778-2229 |
| St. Francis N. Wilmington Women's Center | 2002 Foulk Road Suite A Wilmington, DE 19810 | 302-320-4414 |
| St. Francis Women's Center, Greenhill | 2501 West 5th Street Wawaset Court Wilmington, DE 19805 | 302-778-2229 |
| Women Living Well OB/GYN | 5661 Ocheltree Lane Wilmington, DE 19808 | 302-635-9800 |
| Provider | Address | Contact |
|---|---|---|
| Christiana Center for Women's Wellness | 4745 Ogletown-Stanton Road MAP 1, Suite 105 Newark, DE | 302-623-4043 |
| Maternity and Gynecology Associates | 4745 Ogletown-Stanton Road MAP 1, Suite 207 Newark, DE | 302-368-9000 |
| First State Women's Care | 4735 Ogletown-Stanton Road Suite 106 Newark, DE | 302-454-9800 |
| All About Women | 4735 Ogletown-Stanton Road Suite 2300 Newark, DE | 302-733-6510 |
| Christiana Women's Health at Newark | 4755 Ogletown-Stanton Road Suite Y110/1900 Newark, DE | 302-658-2229 |
| The Birth Center | 620 Churchman's Road Newark, DE | 302-658-2229 |
| St. Francis Women's Center, Newark | 620 Stanton-Christiana Road Suite 304, Metroform Medical Complex Newark, DE | 302-691-3800 |
| Provider | Address | Contact |
|---|---|---|
| Christiana Care Greenville Obstetrics and Gynecology | 3506 Kennett Pike Suite 100 Greenville, DE 19807 | 302-661-3375 |
| Christiana Care Women's Health at Silverside | 3509 Silverside Road Suite 201 Wilmington, DE 19810 | 302-477-1375 |
| St. Francis OB/GYN Center | 701 North Clayton Street Suite 505 MOB Wilmington, DE 19805 | 302-421-4775 |
| Women to Women OB/GYN | 1100 Grant Avenue Second Floor Wilmington, DE 19805 | 302-778-2229 |
| Christiana Care Wilmington Women's Health | Wilmington Hospital 501 West 14th Street Wilmington, DE 19801 | 302-778-2229 |
| St. Francis N. Wilmington Women's Center | 2002 Foulk Road Suite A Wilmington, DE 19810 | 302-320-4414 |
| St. Francis Women's Center, Greenhill | 2501 West 5th Street Wawaset Court Wilmington, DE 19805 | 302-778-2229 |
| Women Living Well OB/GYN | 5661 Ocheltree Lane Wilmington, DE 19808 | 302-635-9800 |
Pregnancy Termination
If you are considering terminating a pregnancy, it is recommended that you consult with a medical provider as soon as possible.
The provider听will be able to explain the options available to you based on your specific circumstances. The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists has .
Abortion laws vary by state and there are resources to help you understand your options:
- - financial assistance, medical support, legal support, emotional support
| Provider | Address | Contact |
|---|---|---|
| Center for Women's OB/GYN and Reproductive Health | 4735 Ogletown-Stanton Road Suite 1109 Newark, DE 19713 | 302-623-5500 |
| Planned Parenthood - Newark | 140 East Delaware Avenue Newark, DE 19711 | 302-731-7801 |
| Provider | Address | Contact |
|---|---|---|
| Wilmington Women's Health | Wilmington Hospital 501 West 14th Street Wilmington, DE 19801 | 302-320-4414 |
| Brandywine Women's Health | 700 West Lea Boulevard Wilmington, DE 19802 | 302-320-5690 |
| Planned Parenthood - Wilmington | 625 N. Shipley Street Wilmington, DE 19801 | 302-655-7293 |
If you are considering accessing medical abortion by telehealth, it is recommended that you choose a provider that has 24/7 support in case of complications. You may also want to establish care with an in-person provider for follow up after a medical abortion.
| Text: 877-652-4122 Email: info@heyjane.com | |
| 425-200-4419 | |
| 855-729-2272 |
| Provider | Address | Contact |
|---|---|---|
| Center for Women's OB/GYN and Reproductive Health | 4735 Ogletown-Stanton Road Suite 1109 Newark, DE 19713 | 302-623-5500 |
| Planned Parenthood - Newark | 140 East Delaware Avenue Newark, DE 19711 | 302-731-7801 |
| Provider | Address | Contact |
|---|---|---|
| Wilmington Women's Health | Wilmington Hospital 501 West 14th Street Wilmington, DE 19801 | 302-320-4414 |
| Brandywine Women's Health | 700 West Lea Boulevard Wilmington, DE 19802 | 302-320-5690 |
| Planned Parenthood - Wilmington | 625 N. Shipley Street Wilmington, DE 19801 | 302-655-7293 |
If you are considering accessing medical abortion by telehealth, it is recommended that you choose a provider that has 24/7 support in case of complications. You may also want to establish care with an in-person provider for follow up after a medical abortion.
| Text: 877-652-4122 Email: info@heyjane.com | |
| 425-200-4419 | |
| 855-729-2272 |
Adoption
If you are considering adoption, the National Council for Adoption has resources available to help you understand your options.
Wilmington, DE Adoption Agencies
| Agency | Address | Contact |
|---|---|---|
| 18A Trolley Square Wilmington, DE 19806 | 302-658-8883 | |
| 555 Justison Street Suite 150 Wilmington, DE 19801 | 302-658-5177 800-220-3092 | |
| JFS of Delaware 99 Passmore Road Wilmington, DE 19803 | 888-673-6276 info@openarmsadoption.net |