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Must the father help pay for the pregnancy? Partly. The father of a child born to unwed parents is liable for the reasonable expense of the mother's pregnancy and confinement (birth), whether or not the child is born alive, as well as for the child's support. A paternity case can be started during pregnancy; trial waits until after the birth unless the father agrees.
N.H. RSA 168-A:1; 168-A:2, III and VI; 168-A:4, I; 168-A:5, I
New Hampshire DHHS, Bureau of Child Support Services (BCSS): establish paternity and support
In New Hampshire a parent can safely hand over a newborn up to 61 days old. Where: Hospitals; staffed churches, police or fire stations; a 911 responder at an agreed location; safe haven infant safety devices. You can stay anonymous.
Adoption is another loving option; a pregnancy center above can connect you with adoption help.
More centers (call to confirm)
These are listed in Heartbeat International's Option Line directory, but we couldn't confirm the phone number on the center's own website. Call before you go.
No statewide association could be verified. Pennacook Pregnancy Center (Manchester, 603-206-5306) and Pregnancy Center of the Upper Valley (West Lebanon/Claremont) could not be fully confirmed on their own sites. The North Country (Berlin, Littleton) and Seacoast (Portsmouth) have no verified center; Options for Women in Rochester is nearest to the Seacoast.
Don't see one near you? Call Option Line any time at 1-800-712-4357 to be connected with the nearest center.