Post abortion emotional health :(
I am 23 years old and 3 months ago came out of a physically and emotionally abusive engagement. One week later I was knocked up by a coworker who proved to be serious and committed to making me comfortable when I told him I was pregnant, supported my decision to end it, drove me to my appt, and have been spending all of my time with him.
Because of complications with endometriosis and bronchitis I ended up having to put off my abortion for 10 wks. It felt like a sign that I needed more time to think about my decision. I loved being pregnant and I felt the most beautiful and peaceful I have felt in my whole life despite morning sickness at 10pm, sleeping all day and gaining ten pounds.
I appreciate everything this new guy has done for me and he talks with coworkers about how sad this decision makes him feel.
I wish so badly that everything in my life was timed differently. This experience has left me so empty and I don't understand how to fill this void I have now. I am way too poor to support anyone else and I just feel so useless.
How has anyone gotten over this feeling?
I am so tempted to just be with anyone, even if they're not my soulmate, to support me so I can fill this void in my life. I don't know what else will make me happy.
How have you coped with your loss and filled this feeling of emptiness?
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