Im pregnant but how to get medical help..

[Guest]

Hi, if you’re a runaway and get pregnant and have your baby at the hospital will the hospital notify the cops or cps and if you’re partner is older will he get in trouble?

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Reply:Hi, if you’re a runaway and get pregnant...

Hello,
Thank you for writing to us here at the National Runaway Safeline.

We understand it takes great courage to reach out, and we appreciate you sharing a little bit about what’s going on. We are not legal experts on the law, however we may be able to assist you with some legal resources in your area for more information.
We can best help by phone or chat as NRS is unable to respond more than twice by email or bulletin for assistance. We want you to know that we are here as support to help you through this challenging time.
If you would like to talk more in detail and share more about how we can help specifically, please call or chat soon.

Our contact information is 1-800-RUNAWAY (786-2929); www.1800runaway.org (click on the chat button).

If you are at risk of any danger or feeling unsafe, we encourage you to reach out to or seek emergency assistance immediately.

Take care,
NRS

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[Guest]

I'm a runaway and I just found out I'm pregant. I need to go to the doctor but I afraid that I'm going to get caught. Is there any clincs in Texas that will not take personal information? I'm want the baby to be healthy and be with it's dad but if I get caught it can't be with him.

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Hello and thank you for reaching out to NRS. What you are going through must be difficult and we are here to listen and to help. We cannot speak to the specific policies of the clinics but what we can do is provide you the number and website for a couple resources. Heartbeat International 1-800-712-4357 optionline.org and Planned Parenthood 1-800-230-7526 plannedparenthood.org. If you are able to reach out to either of these places they may be able to give more information and provide you with the answers you are seeking. As always you can reach us at NRS at 1-800-Runaway or 1800runaway.org
Good Luck

[Guest]

what if i’m 15 about to be 16 in january and pregnant would it be okay for me to run away

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Hi there,
Thank you for writing to us here at National Runaway Safeline (NRS). We understand it takes great courage to reach out, and we appreciate you sharing a little bit about what’s going on. It seems there is a lot that you are faced with right now and you’re feeling like leaving is one of your only options. It seems you want to know some information on runaway laws.
While we are not experts on the law, 18 is generally the age that an individual may leave home without parent permission. If you are under 18 and leave home, your parent/guardian may file you as a runaway and you may be returned home. Also, those you stay with may run the risk of being charged with harboring a runaway. For more specifics on the law, the local non-emergency police or legal aid may better answer legal questions.
We are here as support to help through this challenging time. We can best help by phone or chat as NRS is unable to respond more than twice by email to assist you. If you would like to talk more in detail please call or chat soon.
Our contact information is 1-800-RUNAWAY (786-2929); www.1800runaway.org (click on the chat button).
If you are at risk of any danger or feeling unsafe, we encourage you to reach out to 911 or seek emergency assistance immediately.
Be safe,
NRS

[Guest]

I'm 16 years old, my boyfriend is 17 almost 18, I'm 26 almost 27 weeks pregnant and I'm running away. I don't know what to do but I'm not going to go back. Please help

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Hi there,

Thanks for reaching out to NRS and sharing a bit about your situation. From what you shared, you are under a lot of stress right now while you figure out your next steps. It sounds like you are doing your best to prioritize the well-being of yourself and your baby which is really responsible. You know what is best for you and we are here to help.

You mentioned that you are pregnant and you ran away. If you are in need of medical care and family planning service, Planned Parenthood can help. They offer services that are free or on a sliding scale. You can call them at 1-800-230-7526 or go to www.plannedparenthood.org to find a clinic closest to you. If you are in need of a safe place to stay, you can call our hotline at 1-800-786-2929 or use our chat services at 1800runaway.org and we can connect you to shelters and other resources in your area.

We truly want to be a support for you while you navigate this challenging time. We are here 24/7 to listen and help if you would like to talk more about your situation and brainstorm your possible options together.

We look forward to hearing from you soon,
NRS

[Guest]

I’m 16, pregnant, a runaway, and I’m missing. I ran away from a group home (foster care) to a family that cares about me. My mother who still has rights knows that I ran away and is willing to sign custody over to the family however that may not be within the 9 months for when I give birth. Im only a few weeks along and I don’t know what to do because I don’t want to get caught and go back into foster care. Is there any way I can receive help without getting caught by the cops or getting in trouble with the law ?!

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Hi there and thank you for taking the time to write us here at NRS.

We appreciate you sharing a bit about your situation, and reaching out for help was a great first step to get any support you may need. While we are not legal experts and cannot speak to the specifics of your situation, you do have a right to access proper medical care. Medical care that you can consent to as a minor without a legal guardian can vary state by state. You can find out more information and speak to someone about your options at Planned Parenthood. You can go to www.plannedparenthood.org or call (800) 230-7526 to find a clinic in your area and receive care. Planned Parenthood is able to offer services for free or low cost in most cases.

We are here 24/7 to listen and help. If you have more questions or you would like to talk more in depth about your situation and options, please do not hesitate to reach out again. You can contact us directly for immediate support at 1-800-786-2929 or through live chat at 1800runaway.org.

Stay safe,
NRS

[Guest]

I’m pregnant My due date is in 4 months I’m about to run away for very personal reason and I’m scared if I go into labor that they can take my baby away, I’m 16

I might be pregnant and I still live at home where could I go if I runaway for docters visits for baby and myself if my parents find out they will kick me out the second they find out what should I do

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Thanks for reaching out to us here at the National Runaway Safeline and sharing your experience with us. It is a courageous step to take that is not always easy. It sounds like you are in a difficult situation. Becoming pregnant and feeling unprepared or unsure of what to do next can be a scary thing to face. We are always here to listen and help as best as possible. Taking this step by step can help to make this stressful time a little less overwhelming. Identifying people in your life that you can trust to support you during this time may be a good start to seeking help and exploring your options.

If you suspect that you may be pregnant or are currently unsure, confirming pregnancy is a good first step. This can look like purchasing a pregnancy test after you have missed a menstrual period or you can get this confirmation by possibly going to a local clinic for a blood test.

If you are pregnant, proper health care can be important in whatever you choose to do. One way to reach a doctor and find useful resources that specialize in women’s health/pregnancy is to contact Planned Parenthood at 1800-230-7526 or go to their website at https://www.plannedparenthood.org/.

If you’d like additional support or resources please call us at 1-800-RUNAWAY 24 hours, 7 days a week or chat with us online by going to www.1800RUNAWAY.org.

[Guest]

I’m a runaway living in Texas, and I’m pregnant I’m scared to go because of the cops. Will the cops get informed by the doctors?

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Hi there,

Thank you for taking the time to contact us here at NRS. We understand that reaching out for help takes a lot of courage and this is a great first step to getting any support you may need. Information that you share with a doctor is usually confidential although this could vary by state and type of clinic. Planned Parenthood can offer low cost or even free services that are confidential. They can also give you more information about your options and how you might be able to receive services without parental consent. You can go to the Planned Parenthood website, https://www.plannedparenthood.org/pl...-greater-texas , to learn more or call 1-800-230-PLAN..

We hope this information helps and can be a good start. If you want to talk more about your situation or you need any other resources, please do not hesitate to reach out again. We are available 24/7 for immediate support by phone at 1-800-786-2929 or through live chat at 1800runaway.org.

Stay safe,
NRS

[Guest]

Hello I'm in dcf custody and the system is real messed and you have no say over anything, So I ran away and tryed to start my own life, I was gonna stay out till 18 Cause I'm not dumb slow.or anything and I should have the right to speak up for myself, I don't do any of the bad things most teens are doing.out there, I have a grown mentality in the right way, I've been staying with my family, but I jus found out I was pregnant, what can I do without getting caught to get a check up? Cause I matter n dcf throws me around like I don't so I wanna finish my goal or try to get emancipated

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Hi, we're glad you're reaching out for help. You don't have to experience this on your own. It sounds like you weren't given any control or freedom in DCF custody and they weren't letting you make the decisions that were right for you. It sounds like you have a healthy mentality and haven't been supported in the way you need.

Regarding getting medical support for your pregnancy, there are a few options. Planned Parenthood may have a location in your area, and be able to offer you a discrete check up. Their website is www.plannedparenthood.org. You can also call them at 1-800-230-PLAN to speak to the location nearest you.

Based on your location we may be able to locate other local agencies that could provide you with the support you need. Emancipation can be a possibility if you have a job and feel comfortable supporting yourself, but can be a process that sometimes takes a few months to complete, and the specifics can very based on your state. To explore either of those possibilities with someone on our team you can live chat us (1800runaway.org) or call us 24/7 (1-800-RUNAWAY). You do matter and deserve care and support during this.

[Guest]

I have questions?

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Thanks for reaching out to us here at the National Runaway Safeline and sharing your experience with us. It is a courageous step to take that is not always easy. It sounds like you are in a difficult situation. Becoming pregnant and feeling unprepared or unsure of what to do next can be a scary thing to face. We are always here to listen and help as best as possible. Taking this step by step can help to make this stressful time a little less overwhelming. Identifying people in your life that you can trust to support you during this time may be a good start to seeking help and exploring your options.

If you suspect that you may be pregnant or are currently unsure, confirming pregnancy is a good first step. This can look like purchasing a pregnancy test after you have missed a menstrual period or you can get this confirmation by possibly going to a local clinic for a blood test.

If you are pregnant, proper health care can be important in whatever you choose to do. One way to reach a doctor and find useful resources that specialize in women’s health/pregnancy is to contact Planned Parenthood at 1800-230-7526 or go to their website at https://www.plannedparenthood.org/.

If you’d like additional support or resources please call us at 1-800-RUNAWAY 24 hours, 7 days a week or chat with us online by going to www.1800RUNAWAY.org.