Before an Abortion
If you think you might be pregnant and are trying to make a pregnancy decision, there are many choices facing you. It can be overwhelming. You might be considering options such as abortion that you have not previously thought about. At our center, we are here to help you weigh those options and offer you the support you might need. There are some important things to think about if you are considering abortion and we are here to help you regardless of your situation.
Before having an abortion it is important to have your pregnancy confirmed. There are many reasons that you could have missed your period or that you are experiencing other symptoms of pregnancy. Taking a pregnancy test is a good first step. Visit us or contact us and you will be able to schedule an appointment. During your appointment, we will perform or refer you for a pregnancy test, help you with any questions you might have, and support you as you move forward.
If you have had a positive pregnancy test, it is important to have an ultrasound to confirm your pregnancy and give you important information you need before you make a pregnancy decision. An ultrasound will provide information such as, if your pregnancy is viable (a living baby with heartbeat), the gestational age of your pregnancy, and if the pregnancy is growing inside your uterus. All of this information affects the choices available to you.
Contact us today. We would be glad to talk with you about your options and schedule or refer you for your ultrasound. Everything at our center is confidential so your privacy will never be compromised
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