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 type of sexual intercourse between a man and a woman,
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 of the day, remember they love
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 parenting can be overwhelming, but you are not alone. If
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 that is. So before anyone starts panicking,
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 or the other.”“Yes.
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 relationshipThe mom of 3 who thought she was doneThe women’s
To confirm your pregnancy, start with a no-cost pregnancy test from Choices. Our tests are medical-quality and highly sensitive. You can be confident your pregnancy test is taken correctly.
During your pregnancy test, we also offer limited STD/STI screening. You and your partner receive no-cost treatment if you test positive for gonorrhea, chlamydia, or trichomoniasis.
If your pregnancy test is positive, complete the confirmation process with a no-cost limited ultrasound. An ultrasound confirms viability, the gestational age, and the location of your pregnancy.
