Why should a woman have an ultrasound before having an abortion? The 23-year-old woman came to see us believing she was about seven weeks along in her pregnancy. After the True Care nurse saw the positive line on the pregnancy test, she offered our patient an ultrasound. When the image of her 18-week-old appeared on
Our life is filled everyday with different choices, everything from what we eat and wear to what we watch on TV and the music we listen to. Some choices are trivial, such as which dressing goes on our salad. Others are monumental life decisions, including moves, college, and what to do if you experience an
At-home abortions and ordering abortion pills online are becoming increasingly popular around the world. Marketing to American women is on the rise, even though selling and buying abortion pills online is illegal in the United States. There are many possible risks to a woman’s health if she attempts an at-home abortion, something companies which sell
At-home abortions, also known as self-induced abortion, self-managed abortion, and/or Plan C, are a growing trend and are being touted as “safe”. However, as with any medication, there are potential risks and side effects. These risks grow significantly when you consider purchasing something like abortion pills online, where you may be unsure about the legitimacy
Forced, or coerced, abortions don’t just happen in other countries – they occur in America, too. The definition of coercion is to pressure, compel, or dominate by force (physical or emotional), and that’s what happens to many women who abort their pregnancies. For example, a few years ago, a woman in Colorado went to an
Do you think you’re pregnant? Are you considering abortion? Perhaps you’ve taken a home pregnancy test, received a positive result, and you don’t want to be pregnant. Your first thought is abortion so you start researching on where you can get one. STOP! Your first thought needs to be, “Am I really pregnant?” Home Pregnancy
There are many wives’ tales and urban legends about how to avoid getting pregnant. We’ll look at four of those and tell the truth about each one. We’ll also provide you with information about what to do if you’re experiencing an unexpected pregnancy. Four Myths Using a condom or other birth control prevents pregnancy. FALSE.
The latest Sexually Transmitted Disease (STD) report from the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) shows cases of chlamydia, gonorrhea, and syphilis continue to rise in the United States. Nearly 2.3 million cases were reported in 2017. For the past several years, STDs (also known as STIs or sexually transmitted infections) have increased significantly. This is
Have you been somewhere, such as the driver’s license bureau, and had to “take a number?” You won’t experience that at True Care! The staff at our center believe in treating you like the special person you are. Our compassionate advocates and nurses spend time learning about YOU, and from the questions they ask and
“Finances are a big concern.” “I don’t have insurance.” “I can’t afford a baby.” These are some of the statements we hear from women who come to True Care. Finances play a big role in the decision between continuing a pregnancy or having an abortion. Did you know there’s various types of help available for