Is Parenting Right For You?
Sometimes, life takes a turn that we never expected. When discovering an unplanned pregnancy, you may think that it is impossible even to consider parenting. But we can assure you that parenting is possible with determination, sacrifice, and love. Many women before you have successfully raised their children when they didn’t think it was possible.
Take the time to consider your answers to some fundamental questions. Your answers will determine how we can assist you and what services you will need.
- Will the father want to co-parent with me?
- Will my partner or parents help me financially?
- Where will I live?
- Can I continue my education or career?
- How will I financially support myself?
- Do I need job skills?
- How do I get medical insurance?
- Who will support me emotionally?
- Do I have access to childcare?
Available Resources & Support
Guiding Star Wakota supports women and families. We understand the struggles parenting can bring and want to help you. Schedule an appointment with one of our caring client advocates to review your answers to the above questions and create a parenting plan.
Support You Can Receive From Guiding Star Wakota
Whether this is your first pregnancy or you are already raising other children, you need the support of others. Here at Guiding Star Wakota, we offer many free services to assist you as you parent.
- Confidential pregnancy testing and ultrasound
- Outpatient mental health services
- Classes on childbirth, parenting, childcare, nutrition, and more
- Material resources like diapers, wipes, clothing, a carseat, a stroller, and more
- Onsite Child Watch (specific times available or upon request)
- The Good Father program
- The Safe Sleep program
- Life coaching
In addition, our client advocates are ready to offer the emotional support every mother needs.
Support You Can Receive From Our Community
As a client of Guiding Star Wakota, you’ll receive referrals for the following services:
- Local food shelves
- Community closet
- Medical clinics
- Diaper banks
- Educational facilities
- Substance abuse programs
- County Service Centers
- WIC
Get Connected Today
Parenting is challenging. Unfortunately, children don’t come with an owner’s manual, and what works for one child may not work with another. Your love and patience can help you overcome the struggles. We’ll help you too.
Schedule an appointment to discuss the parenting option and how we can help you be successful.