What to Expect from Your First True Care Appointment

For many women, going to a medical clinic that specializes in reproductive services can cause anxiety and uncertainty, especially if she is experiencing an unplanned pregnancy. At True Care Women’s Resource Center, the licensed medical professionals and compassionate advocates with whom our patients meet create an atmosphere of comfort and acceptance. We have a relaxing

4 Important Self-Care Tips for Pregnant Women

Having a healthy pregnancy is not rocket-science, yet many women continue risky behavior and wonder why they don’t feel well when pregnant. Additionally, using alcohol and drugs can be harmful to a woman’s unborn. Your pregnancy will benefit greatly from personal attention to your overall health and your body. Actions such as quitting smoking, avoiding drugs (including marijuana),

Will Abortion Hurt My Chances of Having Children in the Future?

Will having an abortion (or more than one) hurt a woman’s chances of having children in the future? The short answer is yes, it might. Complications that can arise from induced abortion, such as infection and damage to the uterus, are a main cause of future fertility risk to women. There are other factors and

5 Things to Know Before Having an Abortion

You think you might be pregnant. It’s unplanned and you’re not sure what to do. Even though your emotions may be running high, from fear to uncertainty, shock to sadness, it’s important for you to get the information you need. If you’re thinking about abortion, there are things you owe yourself to know and certain

Feeling Down? Get A Free Depression Screening in Casper During October

Studies show 1 in 4 women and 1 in 10 men will experience depression at some point in their lives, and, unfortunately, over two-thirds of those suffering from this illness will never seek treatment, according to a press release recently issued by the Central Wyoming Counseling Center (CWCC). CWCC will provide free depression screenings to the public

Does Ending a Pregnancy End a Human Life?

Does Ending a Pregnancy End a Human Life? Miscarriage, stillbirth, and elective abortions occur every day.  Women can be left devastated, confused, or perhaps slightly relieved depending on their life circumstances. But what was actually lost when the pregnancy ended?  A clump of cells, a human, or just a potential human? Was a life lost?

Marijuana Use and Pregnancy

Is using marijuana good or bad for you, especially if you’re pregnant? In a study published last year, researchers found that 70% of both pregnant and non-pregnant women believe there is slight or no risk of harm from using marijuana once or twice a week. The study concluded that about 1 in 10 women used marijuana

Four Steps to Take Before Having an Abortion

You think you might be pregnant and you’re not sure what to do. At this point, even though emotions may be running high, it is important to take a deep breath and to get the information you need, especially if you are considering an abortion. There are certain steps your medical provider should take in

Ectopic Pregnancy – What is it and Can it Happen to Me?

An ectopic pregnancy occurs when a tiny embryo implants somewhere it is not supposed to. Instead of burrowing into the lining of a woman’s uterus the embryo implants into the ovary, fallopian tube (most common), somewhere out in the abdomen, or even in a previous C-section scar.  Ectopic pregnancies are very rare (only 1-2% of all pregnancies),

Back to School Time!

Summer is waning and classrooms are on the horizon. Fall semester at Casper College begins on Monday, August 22, and the Natrona County Public School starts the following week, on August 31. Where did the time go, and are you ready for school to begin? Back to College If you’re a college student, there are