Women's Resource Blog

While we advocate for getting tested any time you have had unprotected sex or changed partners, ruling out an STD if you are pregnant or before an abortion can protect you from serious complications.  If I’m pregnant, how will an STD affect my pregnancy? An STD like chlamydia or gonorrhea can be transmitted to the fetus and cause health complications. If you are pregnant, it’s essential to rule out an STD and get treatment if needed. STDs and STIs are curable; treatment can e

A drugstore pregnancy test is convenient, but unless the test is negative, you’ll need proof of pregnancy to verify viability (if the pregnancy is developing) and how far along you are. We can conduct a medical-grade urine pregnancy test if you think you might be pregnant. This test detects the presence of the hormone hCG, which the body produces during pregnancy.  While a positive over-the-counter pregnancy test is a good indication of pregnancy, only an ultrasound can deter

Your pregnancy test revealed the terrifying truth — the birth control failed, and you’re now pregnant. What do you do? Maybe you don’t...

It’s a common phone call around here. We get that you can feel just as lost as someone you know who is facing an unplanned pregnancy. You...