If your safety feels threatened at all and you’re pregnant, get the help you need right away.
You should feel safe at all times in a relationship, and whether your partner is abusive verbally or physically, it is never okay.
Contact the National Domestic Violence Hotline at (800) 799-SAFE (7233) for immediate support. If you need help during your pregnancy, Spero Medical is here for you, offering no-cost pregnancy services and options information.
Pregnancy & Abusive Relationships
Maybe you’ve seen the first glimpse of abuse from your partner during pregnancy. 1 in 6 women experience abuse for the first time in their life during a pregnancy.
Any abusive relationship may grow even worse during pregnancy. All forms of abuse during pregnancy can lead to a miscarriage, early (preterm) labor, or other health problems for you and your child.
Understand that you are not obligated to disclose your pregnancy to your partner. Your health and safety is the priority.
Create a Plan
It’s important to make an action plan to get the support you need and remove yourself from an abusive relationship. No matter when the abuse started, now not only are you in danger but your pregnancy as well.
First, find a safe place to live, such as a friend or family member’s house. Then, remove all contact with your partner. If your situation worsens as you leave, contact the police immediately to learn more about getting a restraining order.
We understand this can be easier said than done, and you may need additional resources to find safety. Every situation is different, and we’re here to provide the support you deserve.
Talk in a Safe Space
Removing yourself from an abusive relationship with your partner during pregnancy can be scary. You are not alone.
Contact us today to access safe and confidential pregnancy services and support. Everything is offered at no cost to you.
We can help you connect with the right community resources and more for your unique situation. We’re here to walk with you every step of the way.