{"id":71664,"date":"2022-05-10T10:39:17","date_gmt":"2022-05-10T16:39:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/americanpregnancy.org\/?page_id=71664"},"modified":"2026-04-09T16:26:36","modified_gmt":"2026-04-09T22:26:36","slug":"pregnancy-help","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/americanpregnancy.org\/unplanned-pregnancy\/pregnancy-help\/","title":{"rendered":"Pregnancy Help"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-page\" data-elementor-id=\"71664\" class=\"elementor elementor-71664\" data-elementor-post-type=\"page\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-43e33bb hub-bottom-description elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"43e33bb\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-7f07405\" data-id=\"7f07405\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-d1a44e8 hub-text-link elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"d1a44e8\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h1><b>Pregnancy Help<\/b> Support and Resources When You Need Them Most<\/h1><p>If you are facing an unplanned pregnancy, you may feel overwhelmed or unsure where to turn. It is common to have questions about money, housing, relationships, health care, and what happens next.<\/p><p>You do not have to handle everything alone.<\/p><p>Pregnancy help includes emotional support, financial assistance, medical guidance, and practical resources. Whether you are still deciding what to do or already know your next step, support is available.<\/p><p>If you would like to review all your options first, you can return to our Unplanned Pregnancy information. This page focuses on finding help and building stability.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-783e692 elementor-widget elementor-widget-shortcode\" data-id=\"783e692\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"shortcode.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-shortcode\">\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"section\" data-elementor-id=\"158107\" class=\"elementor elementor-158107\" data-elementor-post-type=\"elementor_library\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-c79fb81 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"c79fb81\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-4b24637\" data-id=\"4b24637\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1361157 home-post-left elementor-widget elementor-widget-jet-posts\" data-id=\"1361157\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-settings=\"{&quot;columns&quot;:&quot;3&quot;,&quot;columns_tablet&quot;:&quot;2&quot;,&quot;slides_to_scroll&quot;:&quot;1&quot;}\" data-widget_type=\"jet-posts.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-jet-posts jet-elements\"><div class=\"jet-posts col-row  jet-equal-cols\"><div class=\"jet-posts__item\">\n\t<div class=\"jet-posts__inner-box\"><div class=\"post-thumbnail\"><a href=\"https:\/\/americanpregnancy.org\/unplanned-pregnancy\/teen-pregnancy-issues-challenges\/\" class=\"post-thumbnail__link\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"post-thumbnail__img wp-post-image\" src=\"https:\/\/americanpregnancy.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/pregnant_teen_help_-e1503419874442.jpg\" alt=\"Teen Pregnancy Issues and Challenges\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"825\" height=\"630\"><\/a><\/div><div class=\"jet-posts__terms\"><a href=\"https:\/\/americanpregnancy.org\/category\/unplanned-pregnancy\/\" class=\"jet-posts__terms-link\">Unplanned Pregnancy<\/a><\/div><div class=\"jet-posts__inner-content\"><h4 class=\"entry-title\"><a href=\"https:\/\/americanpregnancy.org\/unplanned-pregnancy\/teen-pregnancy-issues-challenges\/\" target=\"\">Teen Pregnancy Issues and Challenges<\/a><\/h4><div class=\"entry-excerpt\">Let\u2019s be honest &#8211; going through a teen pregnancy is probably not going to be easy. However, it is definitely&hellip;<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"jet-posts__item\">\n\t<div class=\"jet-posts__inner-box\"><div class=\"post-thumbnail\"><a href=\"https:\/\/americanpregnancy.org\/unplanned-pregnancy\/teenage-pregnancy\/\" class=\"post-thumbnail__link\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"post-thumbnail__img wp-post-image\" src=\"https:\/\/americanpregnancy.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/Teen-Pregnancy.jpg\" alt=\"Teenage Pregnancy\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1280\" height=\"728\"><\/a><\/div><div class=\"jet-posts__terms\"><a href=\"https:\/\/americanpregnancy.org\/category\/unplanned-pregnancy\/\" class=\"jet-posts__terms-link\">Unplanned Pregnancy<\/a><\/div><div class=\"jet-posts__inner-content\"><h4 class=\"entry-title\"><a href=\"https:\/\/americanpregnancy.org\/unplanned-pregnancy\/teenage-pregnancy\/\" target=\"\">Teenage Pregnancy<\/a><\/h4><div class=\"entry-excerpt\">A teenage pregnancy, as defined by the American Pregnancy Association, is a pregnancy that occurs for a woman under the&hellip;<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"jet-posts__item\">\n\t<div class=\"jet-posts__inner-box\"><div class=\"post-thumbnail\"><a href=\"https:\/\/americanpregnancy.org\/unplanned-pregnancy\/wic-eligibility\/\" class=\"post-thumbnail__link\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"post-thumbnail__img wp-post-image\" src=\"https:\/\/americanpregnancy.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/04\/enwiceswic.jpg\" alt=\"WIC Eligibility\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1000\" height=\"669\"><\/a><\/div><div class=\"jet-posts__terms\"><a href=\"https:\/\/americanpregnancy.org\/category\/unplanned-pregnancy\/\" class=\"jet-posts__terms-link\">Unplanned Pregnancy<\/a><\/div><div class=\"jet-posts__inner-content\"><h4 class=\"entry-title\"><a href=\"https:\/\/americanpregnancy.org\/unplanned-pregnancy\/wic-eligibility\/\" target=\"\">WIC Eligibility<\/a><\/h4><div class=\"entry-excerpt\">The Women, Infants and Children\u2019s program, frequently referred to as WIC, is a supplemental food and nutrition program for pregnant&hellip;<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"jet-posts__item\">\n\t<div class=\"jet-posts__inner-box\"><div class=\"post-thumbnail\"><a href=\"https:\/\/americanpregnancy.org\/unplanned-pregnancy\/financial-help-for-pregnant-women\/\" class=\"post-thumbnail__link\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"post-thumbnail__img wp-post-image\" src=\"https:\/\/americanpregnancy.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/financial-help.jpg\" alt=\"Financial Help for Pregnant Women\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"2048\" height=\"1463\"><\/a><\/div><div class=\"jet-posts__terms\"><a href=\"https:\/\/americanpregnancy.org\/category\/unplanned-pregnancy\/\" class=\"jet-posts__terms-link\">Unplanned Pregnancy<\/a><\/div><div class=\"jet-posts__inner-content\"><h4 class=\"entry-title\"><a href=\"https:\/\/americanpregnancy.org\/unplanned-pregnancy\/financial-help-for-pregnant-women\/\" target=\"\">Financial Help for Pregnant Women<\/a><\/h4><div class=\"entry-excerpt\">Let\u2019s review the various sources of financial help for pregnant women that may be available to you. Federal Programs for&hellip;<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"jet-posts__item\">\n\t<div class=\"jet-posts__inner-box\"><div class=\"post-thumbnail\"><a href=\"https:\/\/americanpregnancy.org\/unplanned-pregnancy\/help-for-unplanned-pregnancy\/\" class=\"post-thumbnail__link\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"post-thumbnail__img wp-post-image\" src=\"https:\/\/americanpregnancy.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/help-for-unplanned-pregnancy.jpg\" alt=\"Help for Unplanned Pregnancy\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1827\" height=\"800\"><\/a><\/div><div class=\"jet-posts__terms\"><a href=\"https:\/\/americanpregnancy.org\/category\/unplanned-pregnancy\/\" class=\"jet-posts__terms-link\">Unplanned Pregnancy<\/a><\/div><div class=\"jet-posts__inner-content\"><h4 class=\"entry-title\"><a href=\"https:\/\/americanpregnancy.org\/unplanned-pregnancy\/help-for-unplanned-pregnancy\/\" target=\"\">Help for Unplanned Pregnancy<\/a><\/h4><div class=\"entry-excerpt\">Do you need help with an unplanned pregnancy? Rest assured. There are many resources and organizations that help women with&hellip;<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"jet-posts__item\">\n\t<div class=\"jet-posts__inner-box\"><div class=\"post-thumbnail\"><a href=\"https:\/\/americanpregnancy.org\/unplanned-pregnancy\/child-support\/\" class=\"post-thumbnail__link\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"post-thumbnail__img wp-post-image\" src=\"https:\/\/americanpregnancy.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/child-support.jpg\" alt=\"Child Support\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\"><\/a><\/div><div class=\"jet-posts__terms\"><a href=\"https:\/\/americanpregnancy.org\/category\/unplanned-pregnancy\/\" class=\"jet-posts__terms-link\">Unplanned Pregnancy<\/a><\/div><div class=\"jet-posts__inner-content\"><h4 class=\"entry-title\"><a href=\"https:\/\/americanpregnancy.org\/unplanned-pregnancy\/child-support\/\" target=\"\">Child Support<\/a><\/h4><div class=\"entry-excerpt\">What is Child Support? In the eyes of the law, the raising of children and providing financial support for their&hellip;<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"jet-posts__item\">\n\t<div class=\"jet-posts__inner-box\"><div class=\"post-thumbnail\"><a href=\"https:\/\/americanpregnancy.org\/unplanned-pregnancy\/support-helpline\/\" class=\"post-thumbnail__link\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"post-thumbnail__img wp-post-image\" src=\"https:\/\/americanpregnancy.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/04\/supporting_friend_after_a_miscarriage.jpg\" alt=\"Pregnancy Support Group\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1000\" height=\"563\"><\/a><\/div><div class=\"jet-posts__terms\"><a href=\"https:\/\/americanpregnancy.org\/category\/unplanned-pregnancy\/\" class=\"jet-posts__terms-link\">Unplanned Pregnancy<\/a><\/div><div class=\"jet-posts__inner-content\"><h4 class=\"entry-title\"><a href=\"https:\/\/americanpregnancy.org\/unplanned-pregnancy\/support-helpline\/\" target=\"\">Pregnancy Support Group<\/a><\/h4><div class=\"entry-excerpt\">You Have More Than One Choice \u200b If you&#8217;re researching your options you probably need to talk. You can talk&hellip;<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-331f53c hub-text-link elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"331f53c\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2>Immediate Support and Confidential Help<\/h2><p>Sometimes the first step is simply talking to someone who will listen without judgment.<\/p><p>Support may include:<\/p><ul><li>Confidential helplines<\/li><li>Community pregnancy resource centers<\/li><li>Counseling services<\/li><li>Faith-based or nonprofit support programs<\/li><\/ul><p>If you would like to speak with someone directly, come visit our <a href=\"\/unplanned-pregnancy\/support-helpline\/\">Support Helpline<\/a> page.<\/p><p>Speaking with a trained support person can help you sort through your thoughts and reduce feelings of isolation.<\/p><h2>Financial Help for Pregnant Women<\/h2><p>Financial stress is one of the most common concerns during an unplanned pregnancy. You may wonder how you will afford medical care, housing, food, or baby supplies.<\/p><p>There are programs designed to help.<\/p><p>Possible sources of financial assistance include:<\/p><ul><li>Medicaid for pregnancy coverage\u00b9<\/li><li>WIC (Women, Infants, and Children) nutrition assistance\u00b2<\/li><li>SNAP benefits\u00b3<\/li><li>Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF)\u2074<\/li><li>Local nonprofit support organizations<\/li><\/ul><p>You are welcome to explore <a href=\"\/unplanned-pregnancy\/financial-help-for-pregnant-women\/\">financial assistance for pregnancy<\/a> information here. Understanding what you qualify for can ease pressure and help you make informed decisions.<\/p><h2>WIC and Nutritional Support<\/h2><p>WIC provides support for eligible pregnant individuals and families with young children\u00b2. It may include:<\/p><ul><li>Nutritional guidance<\/li><li>Healthy food benefits<\/li><li>Breastfeeding support<\/li><li>Referrals to healthcare services<\/li><\/ul><p>Access to proper nutrition supports both your health and your baby&#8217;s development\u2075.<\/p><p>WIC eligibility is based on income guidelines and pregnancy status\u00b2. <a href=\"\/unplanned-pregnancy\/wic-eligibility\/\">Learn more about WIC eligibility here.<\/a><\/p><h2>Child Support and Legal Considerations<\/h2><p>If you are pregnant and not in a stable partnership, you may have questions about legal responsibilities and child support\u2076.<\/p><p>Understanding your rights and options can help you plan ahead.<\/p><p>Topics you may want to consider:<\/p><ul><li>Establishing paternity<\/li><li>Financial support from the other parent<\/li><li>Custody considerations<\/li><\/ul><p>If you are exploring the topic of <a href=\"\/unplanned-pregnancy\/child-support\/\">Child Support<\/a> or seeking general information, you can find it on this website.<\/p><p>Also, if needed, a legal aid organization in your area may provide low-cost or free guidance.<\/p><h2>Help for Teen Pregnancy<\/h2><p>Teen pregnancy can bring additional emotional and practical challenges\u2077. Concerns about school, family reactions, and future plans are common.<\/p><p>Support for teens may include:<\/p><ul><li>Counseling<\/li><li>School continuation programs<\/li><li>Community parenting support groups<\/li><li>Family mediation services<\/li><\/ul><p>No matter your age, you deserve respect, safety, and accurate information. <a href=\"\/unplanned-pregnancy\/teenage-pregnancy\/\">Learn more about teen pregnancy support here.<\/a><\/p><h2>Emotional Support During Unplanned Pregnancy<\/h2><p>Even when practical support is available, emotional stress can remain.<\/p><p>You might feel:<\/p><ul><li>Fear about the future<\/li><li>Pressure from others<\/li><li>Uncertainty about relationships<\/li><li>Shame or embarrassment<\/li><li>Confusion about what decision to make<\/li><\/ul><p>All of these emotions are valid and there are helpful <a href=\"\/unplanned-pregnancy\/help-for-unplanned-pregnancy\/\">Unplanned Pregnancy Resources<\/a> available for you now.<\/p><p>Emotional support is not a sign of weakness. It is part of taking care of yourself.<\/p><h2>Building a Support Network<\/h2><p>Support may come from different places:<\/p><ul><li>Family members<\/li><li>Friends<\/li><li>Healthcare providers<\/li><li>Faith leaders<\/li><li>Social workers<\/li><li>Online or local support groups<\/li><\/ul><p>You may not feel comfortable sharing your news with everyone right away. That is okay. Start with one trusted person.<\/p><p>Building a network gradually can help reduce feelings of isolation and create stability during decision-making.<\/p><h2>Taking the Next Step<\/h2><p>Pregnancy help is about creating space for stability and informed choice.<\/p><p>You do not have to decide everything at once. Start with:<\/p><ul><li>Confirming pregnancy medically\u2078<\/li><li>Understanding available support<\/li><li>Exploring financial assistance<\/li><li>Speaking with a trusted professional<\/li><\/ul><p>If you are considering parenting, you may want to explore <a href=\"\/unplanned-pregnancy\/keep-and-parent\/\">keeping and parenting your child<\/a>.<\/p><p>If you are considering adoption, you can review <a href=\"\/unplanned-pregnancy\/adoption-options\/\">adoption options<\/a>.<\/p><p>If you are considering abortion, you can <a href=\"\/unplanned-pregnancy\/considering-abortion\/\">learn more here<\/a>.<\/p><p>Support exists no matter which path you choose.<\/p><h2>You Are Not Alone<\/h2><p>Facing an unplanned pregnancy can feel isolating. Help, information, and support systems are available in communities across the country.<\/p><p>Taking one step toward support \u2014 whether that is making a phone call, scheduling an appointment, or reading trusted information \u2014 can make the situation feel more manageable.<\/p><p>You deserve clarity, dignity, and care as you move forward.<\/p><h2>Financial and Medical Support Resources<\/h2><p>If you continue the pregnancy, support programs may be available.<\/p><p>Medicaid provides pregnancy-related health coverage in many states.\u2078 The WIC program helps eligible individuals access healthy food and nutrition support.\u2079<\/p><p>Other programs may include:<\/p><ul><li>Local community health clinics<\/li><li>Pregnancy resource centers<\/li><li>SNAP benefits<\/li><li>Temporary financial assistance<\/li><\/ul><p>Starting prenatal care early can improve pregnancy outcomes.\u00b9\u2070<\/p><p>You can learn more about medical visits and what to expect in our <a href=\"\/pregnancy\/prenatal-care\/\">Prenatal Care<\/a> guide.<\/p><p>Understanding available resources can reduce stress and help you plan for the months ahead.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-399c57a references elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"399c57a\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2>References<\/h2><ol><li>Centers for Medicare &amp; Medicaid Services (CMS). <a href=\"https:\/\/www.medicaid.gov\/medicaid\/eligibility\/pregnant-women\/index.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><em>Pregnant Women \u2013 Medicaid Eligibility.<\/em><\/a><\/li><li>U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fns.usda.gov\/wic\/wic-eligibility-requirements\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><em>Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) Program \u2013 How to Apply &amp; Eligibility.<\/em><\/a><\/li><li>U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fns.usda.gov\/snap\/recipient\/eligibility\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><em>Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) \u2013 Eligibility.<\/em><\/a><\/li><li>U.S. Department of Health &amp; Human Services (HHS). <a href=\"https:\/\/www.acf.hhs.gov\/ofa\/programs\/tanf\/about\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><em>Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) \u2013 Program Overview.<\/em><\/a><\/li><li>Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/reproductivehealth\/maternalinfanthealth\/pregnancy-complications.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><em>Maternal Nutrition During Pregnancy.<\/em><\/a><\/li><li>U.S. Department of Health &amp; Human Services (HHS). <a href=\"https:\/\/www.acf.hhs.gov\/css\/about\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><em>Office of Child Support Services \u2013 About Child Support.<\/em><\/a><\/li><li>Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/teenpregnancy\/about\/index.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><em>About Teen Pregnancy.<\/em><\/a><\/li><li>American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG). <a href=\"https:\/\/www.acog.org\/womens-health\/faqs\/your-pregnancy-and-childbirth\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><em>You and Your Pregnancy: Early Prenatal Care.<\/em><\/a><\/li><li>Medicaid.gov. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.medicaid.gov\/medicaid\/eligibility\/pregnant-women\/index.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><em>Pregnant Women Eligibility.<\/em><\/a><\/li><li>U.S. Department of Agriculture. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fns.usda.gov\/wic\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><em>WIC Program.<\/em><\/a><\/li><li>National Institute of Health (NIH). <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nichd.nih.gov\/health\/topics\/pregnancy\/conditioninfo\/prenatal-care\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><em>What is prenatal care and why is it important?<\/em><\/a><\/li><\/ol>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Pregnancy Help Support and Resources When You Need Them Most If you are facing an unplanned pregnancy, you may feel overwhelmed or unsure where to turn. 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