Erasing Pregnancy

An unplanned pregnancy can feel overwhelming.  The timing is usually terrible.  The situation is wrong.  Perhaps a young lady just started a new job or is still in school.  Maybe she isn’t married and her parents will be disappointed.  Sometimes infidelity or medical problems factor in. There are so many variables, stresses and pressures created by

Understanding Your Monthly Cycle

There are many phrases and words used to describe that “time of month” that we women have to deal with during our reproductive years: Are you on your period or on the rag?  Did your monthly friend arrive?  When was your last menstrual period or LMP?   Or Maybe Aunt Flow came to visit. What a Pain! The

Abortion Pill Reversal

Medical Abortion Reversal. Did you know that medical abortion can now be reversed within a few days after beginning the process?  The sooner the reversal procedure is begun after taking the “abortion pill” the better the results.  Kind of shocking isn’t it? The whole idea of abortion reversal seems foreign.  A woman who chooses abortion

Ovarian Cancer and the BRCA Gene

Ovarian Cancer Awareness September is National Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month.   Ovarian cancer is difficult to detect because the early symptoms are often mild and are not recognized as ovarian cancer. Symptoms include bloating, indigestion, frequent urination, and abdominal or pelvic pain.  Only 19% of ovarian cancers are found in the early stages when the survival rate is up

Teen Pregnancy Rate Falling, STDs Still a Problem

It’s back to school time and students will be actively engaged in sports, drama, debate, and various additional events. Football galas, proms, and other dances are a big part of being in junior high and high school, and dating seems to take place for many at a very young age. Dating without supervision can lead

Can I Still be Pregnant Even if I got my Period?

Question:  Can I still be pregnant even if I got my period? When a woman is concerned about an unplanned pregnancy, getting her period can be a huge relief.   Traditionally getting your period is a sign that you are not pregnant. The problem is that some women can have bleeding during their pregnancy.  Early pregnancy

Four Things Girls Need to Know about their Period

Four Things Girls Need to Know About Their Period. Why do I have to get a period (menstruation)? Often times we think getting our period is annoying and gross and something we would rather not have to deal with each month. While it may be inconvenient and sometimes lead to embarrassing stories and accidents, menstruation is an

What Should I Expect After an Abortion

What should I expect after an Abortion? Are you thinking about having an abortion but don’t know what to expect after the procedure? Here is some great information to help you plan for your recovery. Abortion is a medical/surgical procedure, and your body will need to go through a recovery process. Plan to take a

Should LARC be a Woman’s First Choice for Pregnancy Prevention?

Many agencies are working hard to prevent unplanned (especially teen) pregnancies.  There has been a lot of push towards something called LARC. What is LARC? Isn’t it a bird? No, the bird is called a Lark, not a LARC. LARC is an acronym that stands for Long Acting Reversible Contraception. Common contraceptives that fall under

I Would Know if I had an STD, Right?

I Would Know if I had an STD, Right? The truth is, most people don’t really think bad stuff will happen to them.  STDs (sexually transmitted diseases) just happen to other people in statistics.  And you are pretty smart.  You would know if your boyfriend or girlfriend had an STD, right?  And wouldn’t you know