If your birth control failed, your mind is likely buzzing with questions: Am I pregnant? If I am, what will I do next? What are my options? Whatever you’re feeling right now, it’s understandable. However, there are steps you can take right now to gain clarity and control. This article will highlight those steps. If
Finding out you’re unexpectedly pregnant is overwhelming enough, let alone adding the thought of telling your parents the news. However, there are strategies you can take to feel more prepared. This article will highlight these strategies, but we’re here if you’re looking for a safe space to talk, ask questions, and gather your thoughts. Contact
If you’re afraid of giving birth, that’s understandable. No matter your reason for being afraid of giving birth, it’s valid—but learning all you can about giving birth and creating a birth plan can help. This article will highlight the essentials you need to know about giving birth and how to create a birth plan. Are
Did you recently have an abortion? Are you still pregnant but considering abortion? Either way, it’s essential to learn about the warning signs of infection—one of the risks with both medical and surgical abortion. This article will highlight the warning signs of post-abortion infection. However, if you want to talk to someone in person about
First things first: Your mental health depends on you making your own pregnancy decision. According to a study looking into the link between abortion and adverse mental health outcomes, it’s clear “that at least some women do have significant mental health issues that are caused, triggered, aggravated, or complicated by their abortion experience.” Furthermore, feeling
If you’ve had an abortion, it’s understandable that you don’t want another one. Whether you experienced physical or mental health complications, abortion can be a traumatic experience that many women want to avoid facing again. If you’re unexpectedly pregnant again, it’s essential to know that you have options other than abortion. These options include parenting
Online abortion (also called “at-home abortion”) involves ordering the abortion drugs online instead of seeking them from a clinic or reputable pharmacy. The FDA advises against seeking the abortion drugs online. These drugs fall outside the US supply chain and aren’t approved by the FDA, which means the FDA can’t guarantee their source, quality, or
Finding out about an unplanned pregnancy can naturally cause worry about sharing the news. It’s important to know that you have full autonomy over your decisions. Legally, you’re not obligated to tell your partner about the pregnancy or what you’re considering doing. Additionally, you’re not alone in this. Choose Hope Women’s Center is here to
Two different types of ultrasound are used during pregnancy: transvaginal and abdominal. Both types of prenatal ultrasound will give you essential details about your pregnancy, but the way each works is slightly different. How Does Ultrasound Work? Ultrasound uses sound waves to create an image of your internal structures. During pregnancy, ultrasound focuses on your
Your first pregnancy ultrasound is a milestone appointment, as this scan can help reveal critical information you need to know about your pregnancy. Read on to learn more about what to expect during your first pregnancy ultrasound. Or, if you’re looking for free pregnancy resources or want to explore your options, contact Choose Hope Women’s
