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What Are My Second-Trimester Pregnancy Options?
If you’re in your second trimester of pregnancy (weeks 13-27), your pregnancy options include parenting, adoption, or surgical abortion. However, since abortion is illegal in Alabama, you would need to travel out of state to seek an abortion. As you think through your pregnancy options, it’s important to learn all the facts before deciding. This
What Can Guys Do with an Unplanned Pregnancy?
If your partner recently told you she’s pregnant, the most essential thing you can do is support her. You are both likely feeling overwhelmed with questions, but the best way to move forward is together. No matter how you feel about the pregnancy, there are steps you can take to help your partner feel supported
How to Tell Your Boyfriend and Family You Are Pregnant?
Finding out you’re pregnant can feel overwhelming, especially as you think about telling your boyfriend and family. However, some strategies you take will make telling them the news easier. However, the first step is to take a deep breath. Things seem overwhelming right now, but once you get the news about your pregnancy out in
How to Navigate the Holidays with an Unexpected Pregnancy
Depending on your circumstances, the upcoming holidays can be a joyous celebration or one long, dreaded experience. It can be particularly tough if you are facing this year’s holiday season with an unexpected pregnancy. Setting boundaries ahead of time with those who know is one way to handle it. Read on to learn more. Understand
How Do I Support My Friend Who Is Experiencing an Unexpected Pregnancy?
If a friend tells you she’s unexpectedly pregnant, the news has likely turned her world upside down as she decides what to do. During this tough time, the best thing you can do is make sure she doesn’t feel alone and know that you are in her corner. Read this article for helpful suggestions on
7 Top Pregnancy Symptoms
If you’ve recently had unprotected sex or your birth control method failed, you might be worried about pregnancy. While there are common symptoms of pregnancy that many women experience, taking a pregnancy test and following up with an ultrasound are the only ways to know if you’re pregnant. Read on to learn more about the
How Do I Tell My Parents I’m Pregnant?
If you’re facing an unplanned pregnancy and worried about telling your parents, your feelings are understandable. Whether you’re concerned about how your parents will react, what they might think about you, or something else, creating a communication plan can help you feel more confident about telling your parents the news. Read on to learn more
What Are the Early Pregnancy Symptoms?
If you recently had sex and think you might be pregnant, taking a pregnancy test and a follow-up ultrasound are the only ways to know. However, there are also common symptoms that may indicate you’re pregnant. Read on to learn the most common early pregnancy symptoms. Or, if you want to talk to someone in
What Are Signs of Womb Damage after Abortion?
If you recently had an abortion, or if you’re contemplating having one, womb (or uterine) damage is a major risk to look out for. Uterine damage is a serious and potentially life-threatening complication that could occur as a result of a surgical abortion. Read on to learn more about how uterine damage could happen during
What Are the Warning Signs of Infection after Abortion?
There are different types of abortion, but each type carries a risk of infection. Post-abortion infection is also known as “septic abortion.” Whether you’re contemplating undergoing an abortion or have already had one, knowing the signs of a post-abortion infection are important. Read on to learn what to look out for. And if you’ve already
