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My girlfriend is pregnant. What should I do?

Nov 12, 2024

She told you she’s pregnant...now you might be freaking out. Maybe you’re in high school or college. Or maybe you already have other kids to support. You might even be wondering if you have a say in the pregnancy at all. Here’s a few pointers on how you should...

How to tell your partner you’re pregnant?

Sep 6, 2024

So maybe pregnancy wasn’t a part of your plan. But there’s another person whose life is about to change too. Telling your partner about an unexpected pregnancy can cause a lot of anxiety, especially if you don’t know how they will react. Just know you’re not alone. ...

How do I know if my abortion didn’t work?

Aug 7, 2024

Whether you recently took the abortion pill or are considering the abortion pill, you might be looking for answers to questions like: “Can abortions fail? What are the common signs of an incomplete abortion? How do you know if the abortion pill worked?” These are...

When did I get pregnant?

Nov 27, 2023

If you just recently found out you are pregnant you might be wondering, “When did I get pregnant?” There are several ways to help figure out when you conceived. While some steps are more reliable than others, here are a few tools to help you get started in figuring...

Why do I need an ultrasound if I’m considering the abortion pill?

Oct 24, 2023

For your own health and safety, it is important to have an ultrasound before an abortion. Yes, even before taking the abortion pill. An ultrasound can alert you of potentially abnormal pregnancy complications which could affect the abortion process and your body. It...

Making Hard Decisions When You’re Freaking Out

Jul 19, 2023

Have you ever tried making a critical life decision in the middle of a full-blown panic attack? It’s remarkably similar to trying to sail a ship in a hurricane. When we’re freaking out, we can’t think rationally, constructively, or even clearly. Our bodies go into...

Telling Your Mom About an Unexpected Pregnancy

May 23, 2023

Telling your mom about an unexpected pregnancy can be one of the most terrifying experiences you can ever go through. You may be worried about how she will take the news. Will she be mad, sad, or worst of all, disappointed? Is she going to yell? Will she cry? Your...

Incomplete Abortion

Mar 17, 2023

The abortion pill is rapidly becoming the most common abortion method used today. Therefore, it is important to familiarize yourself with potential side effects and risk factors associated with this regimen. One important thing to note: if you have taken the abortion...

The Abortion Pill

Feb 15, 2023

What is the abortion pill? The abortion “pill” is more than just a pill. It is a two-step regimen intended to end an early pregnancy (10 weeks or less). Sometimes referred to as a chemical or medication abortion, this process is most effective (96%) if completed...

Ectopic Pregnancy

Dec 19, 2022

An ectopic or tubal pregnancy is a pregnancy that implants outside of the uterus – most commonly in the fallopian tubes. Ectopic pregnancy is a rare (between 1% and 2%) but serious condition in which the pregnancy cannot be sustained – meaning there is no chance of...