Man Finds Out His Fiancée Is Pregnant, Forces Her to Choose between Abortion or Marriage

The journey of parenthood can be a rollercoaster ride filled with joy, excitement, and unexpected turns. For a young woman from Missouri, the news of her pregnancy brought about a mix of emotions and a devastating ultimatum.

As a full-time student and part-time waitress, Faith-Ann Dalton had plans to marry her fiancé and build a life together. But the reality of her situation was far from ideal.

Her fiancé's reaction to the news of her pregnancy was not what she had hoped for. With limited financial resources, Faith was forced to decide between marriage or raising her baby alone.

The Unexpected Pregnancy News

Faith was happy and in love with a young man and dreamed about a future with him. However, their relationship drastically changed after one unexpected discovery.

The couple, who had met online and quickly decided to get married, was now faced with the unexpected news that Faith was pregnant. Despite her excitement and hope, Faith's fiancé's reaction was less than supportive.

As Faith prepared to celebrate another year of life on her birthday, her water broke, and the race to the hospital began.

The Pregnant Mother Had to Make a Heartbreaking Decision

Faith's fiancé' immediately suggested she terminate the pregnancy, leaving her devastated and uncertain about what to do.

For days, he insisted she give up the baby, even going so far as to direct her to the Pregnancy Resource Center (PRC). This request left Faith with a heartbreaking choice, but her determination ultimately led her down a different path.

Faith found hope and strength at the PRC during an overwhelming and emotional time. Walking through their doors, she was met with compassionate support, and through faith-based coaching, she found the clarity and conviction to make a choice.

The Shocking Ultimatum

The thought of ending her child's life was unbearable, and Faith knew she could not marry someone who expected her to do so. Still, the financial and emotional challenges were mounting, and then came another blow.

Her fiancé presented her with a request that no mother should ever have to face. "Either marry me or abort this baby," he demanded. He also threatened to take full custody of the child if she chose to have it.

His threats only added to the fear and uncertainty that Faith was already experiencing. She knew her fiancé was in another state, and the thought of losing custody of her precious child was almost too much to bear.

She Faced Single Motherhood with Bravery

Faith found the courage to decide to keep her baby, despite the personal sacrifices she knew it would require. Walking away from her fiancé and their life was heart-wrenching, but she knew it was the right thing to do for herself and her child.

Thanks to the support and resources provided by the PRC, Faith navigated the challenges of single motherhood with grace and determination.

With the help of the center's "My Ridiculously Amazing Life" program, she was able to continue her studies while creating healthy boundaries with her family and her baby's birth father.

Meeting Her Baby Noah

As Faith prepared to celebrate another year of life on her birthday, her water broke, and the race to the hospital began.

The young woman didn't panic as she went into labor. She had already gone through so much in her journey to becoming a mother and felt prepared for anything.

In 2017, she welcomed a healthy little boy named Noah. "The Lord had saved my baby, and so I named him Noah," the mother explained.

Faith felt deep peace and fulfillment as she held her newborn son. To her, it felt like her pregnancy and journey to motherhood were meant to be

She Fell in Love and Grew Her Family

Faith's journey was not easy, but her struggles were not in vain. She had a beautiful son and in the process, met Gabriel Dalton, a PRC volunteer who was kind and courteous toward her.

Gabriel's natural paternal instincts towards Noah caught Faith's attention. Their shared Christian values and desire for lifelong commitment brought them together.

Gabriel eventually proposed to Faith, and the couple was married just a few months later. It was a happy ending, one that Faith never could have predicted but was grateful for every day.

The Mom’s Life Now

Faith's life has taken a positive turn since the difficult decision she made when she found out she was pregnant. Today, she is a married mother, living in Rolla with her husband, and working at the PRC as an option coach.

For the mom, the birth of her son was a testament to her unwavering conviction and faith in God.

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