How Could I Become a Parent?

Almost any parent will tell you that their children are both their greatest joy and their greatest challenge. This isn't a coincidence- the joy of children actually comes from how much they require us to give and to love. No one is a perfect parent, but there are three basic steps for preparing to parent. These steps are really about planning for your life and your parenting. If your baby's father is also your partner/boyfriend/husband etc. and will be taking an active role in raising the child, he needs to be included in each step.

Assessing what you have and what you need:

• Employment/Education/Finances
• Housing
• Healthcare
• Childcare
• Child supplies
• Training and Classes in parenting

Identifying a support network & resources that will help you create or find what you need:

• Family and Friends
• Nonprofits/Communal
• Government

Making a plan for your future:

The most important thing to remember is that you do not have to do this alone. There are resources to support you and we can help you access them.