The parents of the unwed mother and father are also important. They may be concerned with the following reactions/emotions:

a. Rejection or neglect from family or friends.

b. May feel exposed to judgmental attitudes of medical and nursing personnel over how they could have let this happen.

c. May feel guilty for what happened.

d. May face financial burden, especially if they decide to keep or adopt the child.

e. May face a permanent loss of a grandchild if the child is given up for adoption.

f. May face loss of relationship with their child as a result of the decision made.