For women who have experienced the onset of pregnancy symptoms like nausea/vomiting, exhaustion, and a missed period, it is hard to imagine not knowing you are pregnant. However, there are stories of women not realizing they are pregnant until they have entered into their third trimester, or until they are in labor! So how does … Continued
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Can You Be Pregnant and Not Know It?
Why Should I have an Ultrasound before an Abortion?
It’s understandable to think, “Why would I need an ultrasound? I’ve made up my mind to have an abortion.” Most OB-GYN doctors report that an ultrasound is a vital next step before going through with an abortion procedure, and can be lifesaving to a woman presenting with a positive pregnancy test. According to the … Continued
Post Abortion Help
If you have undergone an abortion and are now experiencing emotional difficulty, you are not alone. An estimated 24% of American women have experienced abortion. According to a large study published in The British Journal of Psychiatry, women who undergo an abortion have a “moderate to highly increased risk of mental health problems”. Not all … Continued
What You May Not Know About Adoption
Faced with an unplanned pregnancy, many women say they are considering two options: parenting or abortion. Both of these options have their own set of challenges, so what happens if you are completely overwhelmed by the thought of parenting, but at the same time you know abortion is not for you? Is there really a … Continued
Unhealthy Relationships and Abuse During Pregnancy
Pregnancy is an exciting and joyful time for many families, but for those involved in an unhealthy or abusive relationship, it can be a time of increased fear and stress. Several factors can contribute to abusive behavior towards a pregnant woman by her partner, including fear of the changes to the relationship or financial situation, stress over a … Continued
Miscarriage Explained
What is a miscarriage? A miscarriage is the term for a pregnancy loss that occurs on its own, before 20 weeks gestation. Though some factors can increase a woman’s risk for miscarriage, it usually occurs due to chromosomal abnormalities. What if I am considering having an abortion? For many women, the decision on whether or … Continued
Pregnancy Rates
Pregnancy rates in the years 2015-2016 have risen slightly when compared to previous years. In 2015 and 2016 there were a total of 42,655 pregnancies in and around the surrounding counties of Cherokee and 329,635 pregnancies in all of Georgia. Even though there was an increase in births, according to CDC studies in 2015, teen … Continued
My Friend is Considering an Abortion
Listen to her. What is going on in her life to lead her to this difficult decision? Sometimes, what people need most during times of difficulty is not someone to fix all of their problems, but a listening ear, a warm hug, and the knowledge that you will be there for them no matter what. … Continued
Can My Negative Pregnancy Test Be Wrong?
In short, yes. It is possible for you to receive a negative result from a home pregnancy test when you’re actually pregnant. You might have a false negative if you: Check results too soon. There are different instructions on every home pregnancy test. Be sure to wait the allotted time on the package. Use diluted … Continued
How to Support Her When She is Unexpectedly Expecting
Many of us are brought up believing that life is a gift, but when the unexpected happens, it can feel like a nightmare. This is especially true when you think or find out you are pregnant unexpectedly. Depending on your situation there are many feelings that come with realizing you are pregnant. Initial feelings can … Continued