Pregnancy Resources
Continuing the Pregnancy
Every woman who becomes pregnant has the right to continue the pregnancy regardless of her age, marital status, or financial condition. Good prenatal care is vital to ensure a healthy pregnancy. It involves regular check-ups, special nutrition, adequate rest, and regular exercise. Services are provided by private physicians or community health agencies such as:
Columbus Health Department, (614) 645-6424
Prenatal care in three locations. Sliding fee scale. No one denied services due to inability to pay. Assistance with WIC/Medicaid enrollment, if eligible.
Columbus Neighborhood Health Centers, (614) 645-5500
Prenatal care at all locations. Sliding fee scale. Medicaid and private insurance are accepted. Call individual center for an appointment:
- Franklinton Health Center
(614) 274-0185
- Hilltop Health Center
(614) 279-9471
- John R. Maloney South Side Health Center
(614) 645-3163
- Billie Brown Jones Family Health Center
(614) 252-0903
- St. Mark's Community Health Center
(614) 645-8000
- East Central Health Center
(614) 253-0861
- St. Stephen's Health Center
(614) 294-4691
Adoption
Adoption is an alternative for a woman who doesn't feel she is ready to raise a child but does not want to have an abortion or terminate the pregnancy. Adoption is a legal process and can be done either independently, through an attorney, or through a private or governmental agency.
Franklin County Children Services, (614) 341-6000
Assistance in completing adoption process. No fee. No assistance available for prenatal care, but will refer to available community resources. Focus is on placement of children with special needs.
Crittenton Family Services, (614) 251-0103
Confidential pregnancy counseling. Opportunity to make special requests regarding choice of adoptive family. Monthly correspondence available between birth and adoptive parents. Paid medical expenses. No court involvement.
Lutheran Social Services, (614) 228-5200
Pregnancy counseling. Opportunity to make special needs placements. Input into choice of adoptive family. Link to community resources. Do not need to have Lutheran religious affiliation.
Abortion
Unwanted pregnancies happen--even the best birth control methods can fail. Although it is important to have an abortion early in the pregnancy, a woman shouldn't rush into it. It is just as important that she discuss her decision with her partner, parent, doctor, and/or health care provider.
Central Ohio Women's Center
Provides pregnancy tests and options information, referrals for prenatal and adoption care, abortion services, follow-up care, and birth control services.
State-of-the-art facility. Easy access from I-70 with free parking. Caring, experienced staff. Serving the central Ohio community since 1973.
Call (800) 303-7106 to make an appointment.
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