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Welcome to our blog where we share stories and information about pregnancy, relationships and more. If you think you may be pregnant or you are considering abortion, we are here to help!
Fathers, Pack the Bag and Start the Car: Here Comes Baby
After nine months of pregnancy and all the anticipation and excitement, the big day is near. As you and your baby’s mother prepare for your voyage into parenthood, it’s critical to keep her hospital bag in mind and to pack it accordingly. Having a bag packed in...
Understanding PASS & How You Can Find Healing
Post-abortion stress syndrome (also known as PASS) is something that you may have heard of. It is a condition that is believed to be an extension of PTSD or post-traumatic stress disorder. While PASS is a condition that is debated by some people, we at H3Helpline have...
Healthy Pregnancy
If you have found yourself in an unplanned pregnancy or in a planned pregnancy, it is important to educate yourself on staying healthy during this time. Not only does your body need you to stay healthy, but also your baby. The following these tips from Parents.com...
Drinking & Pregnancy
Do not drink alcohol after finding out you are pregnant or if you are trying to get pregnant. Alcohol can cause problems for you and your baby, even before you know you are pregnant. How does drinking affect your baby's health? There is no safe time to drink alcohol...
How do I tell my parents I am pregnant?
It is not easy about telling people you are in an unplanned pregnancy, especially your parents. Fear of what they might think or say can cloud your judgment and thought process moving forward. Most likely, the news of your pregnancy will come as a shock but at the end...
Smoking & Pregnancy
Most understand the health risks that come with smoking and it is understood how hard it is to give up smoking. Women who are pregnant are not only putting themselves in health risks position but also their babies. According to studies, smoking before and during...
CAN THE BABY FEEL THE ABORTION?
Does a baby feel the abortion? This is one of the most important questions we get asked at Choices. In the past, it was thought that unborn babies did not develop proper nerve cells to feel any pain at all. There was a question if babies even felt pain after birth....
Earn While You Learn Program
What is the Earn While You Learn Program at Choices? Choices Chattanooga offers a program for new parents. The program takes mothers and fathers through a series of parenting videos. Each time a mom or dad comes for a session, he/she receives "Baby Bucks" to use at...
Preventing Pregnancy
Birth control, condoms, Mountain Dew? There are plenty of myths and ways to "not get pregnant" out there but there is nothing that will completely prevent pregnancy. "I won't get pregnant the first time I have sex." This is such a misconception among young people. Any...
Ultrasounds Saves Women’s Lives
Why do I need an ultrasound? This is one of the biggest questions we get from our clients. There are two main reasons ultrasounds are completely necessary during pregnancy. Ultrasounds determine how far along a woman is in her pregnancy. This timeline determines the...
Am I pregnant?
Are you thinking - am I pregnant? It is impossible to confirm you are pregnant based on symptoms. Some women have morning sickness and headaches, some have mood swings and cramping. It can sometimes be difficult to distinguish menstruation symptoms and pregnancy...
Creating Intimacy That Lasts
When we use the word intimacy or intimate relationship, most of us automatically think of sex. We’ve been culturally conditioned to link the two. Why? Sex is a huge way we connect and bond with a partner. But because it does bond us to another person in a profound way...
My Girlfriend Wants an Abortion
“I’m pregnant.”Those two little words that turn your world upside down.“And I think I’m going to get an abortion.”Your heart stops for a minute.Okay, that makes sense. Wait, is that what I want?It’s her choice, isn’t it? And I’m supposed to support her…But...
Strong Women, Strong Mothers
There’s a reason motherhood memes packed full of snarky humor get shared like the plague on social media. What can I say to sum up this whirlwind of hormones and feelings and real life? It’s hard. That’s it. There’s nothing profound about the fact that...
Where Can I Learn About ALL My Pregnancy Options?
Accurate Information, Unlimited Support You took a home test (and then 3 more) and those two pink lines couldn’t be clearer. As the shock starts to wear off, you may be wondering who you should talk to or where you should go. The temptation to jump on Google is too...
When Did I Conceive?
Are you pregnant but not sure exactly when you conceived? The ultrasound will measure how many weeks pregnant you are, approximate conception date and due date. Ultrasound exams provide images and include various measurements of your developing baby that can help...
Together We Can
This is the month of marches, of speaking our minds, and being loud. This is the month of publicly announcing what we believe in and why. Here at Choices, we believe in peaceful protests, marches, and walks. We’re proud of what women have accomplished...
Freedom After Abortion
Share your story. Live in freedom. Jordan* was finishing her junior year at her dream school when she found out she was pregnant. She felt she wouldn’t be able to continue her pregnancy and get her degree. She immediately felt relief after her abortion but...
Considering Adoption
If you are considering making an adoption plan, learn about all your options to figure out what is best for you. Placing a child for adoption is a huge sacrifice and takes courage and so much love. Sorting through the options of adoption, abortion, or...
Pregnancy and Abuse
Abusive relationships almost never begin as violent but emotional or mental abuse is still abuse. We want to help you recognize the signs so you or your friends can get out or get the help you need. Early signs of a potentially abusive relationship...
Am I Pregnant – Online Test
Am I pregnant? It’s clearly a commonly Googled question so we thought we help you figure out if you need to take the next step and get tested. Is your period more than 2 days late? Have you felt any changes in your breasts? Soreness, heavier, nipple...
You’ve Got This
Unplanned pregnancy happens. It doesn't make you any less. It doesn't change the awesome things you are going to do or be. And if anyone tries to shame you, fight back. BECAUSE YOU ARE A WARRIOR AND THAT’S WHAT WARRIORS DO. A lot of people may be telling...
What NOT To Do When Your Friend Thinks She’s Pregnant
Help! My friend might be pregnant. It’s a common phone call around here. We understand that you can feel just as lost if someone you know is facing an unplanned pregnancy. You just want to do and say the right thing but it’s sometimes hard to know what...
Can She Have It All?
Can she have it all? Can a woman be a great mom and accomplish her dreams? We’ve heard some of these answers and we’re sure you have too. “No. You can’t possibly reach all your career goals and be a mom with young kids at the same time. You must choose one...
No Shame, Just Love
An unplanned pregnancy can bring feelings of guilt and shame and can still be such a taboo subject. But one thing you will never find at Choices is judgment. We know better than most that it can happen to anyone. The woman in a healthy, stable relationship...
