Seeing a positive pregnancy can be a shock, especially when that pregnancy is unplanned. There will no doubt be many thoughts racing through your mind – one of which will probably be “how will I tell my loved ones?” The most important thing is to remember to breathe and be kind to yourself. Take the…
There are many misconceptions and myths surrounding sexually transmitted diseases. At Options for Women, we don’t only help women facing unplanned pregnancies, we also want to help women make healthy, informed decisions about their health. And that means dispelling myths I can’t get an STD if I only have sex with one person. Many may…
Do you think you may be pregnant, but aren’t sure if you should take a pregnancy test? Let’s look at some common pregnancy symptoms that may lead you to take a pregnancy test. Missed period – A late or missed period is the most common reason why women take a pregnancy test. If you are…
When you find out you are pregnant, there is a lot of information to wade through. One of importance piece is due dates – how are they determined, and what do they mean for you? There are three methods used to determine how far long in a pregnancy a woman may be. They are the…
Some forms of birth control have been associated with an increased risk for certain types of cancer, but those same methods are also linked to a decreased risk for other types of cancer. What do you need to know to make an informed decision on birth control use? The New England Journal of Medicine recently…
The Center for Disease Control’s recent findings on sexually transmitted disease infection rates showed that sexually active people of all ages continue to be at risk for infection. However, people ages 15-24 are especially susceptible as this age group acquires nearly half of all new STDs. Women are particularly vulnerable to infection, and nearly one in…
Are you currently sexually active, or are thinking about becoming sexually active? If you are, there are many things to consider, one of which is your chances of becoming pregnant. If you plan to use condoms or another form of birth control, how reliable will those be? One problem with much “family planning” advertising is…
If you are considering abortion, protect yourself by knowing your legal rights. You have the right to ensure the doctor who may perform the abortion is a licensed physician, including whether there have ever been cases of malpractice. You have a right to know how the facility handles medical transfers should an issue arise.…
In America today, nearly one third of women have had an abortion. But many of these women do not discuss their experiences because they may have difficulties processing the thoughts and emotions that accompany the memory. They may also worry about how others will view them, especially in their families, churches and other close relationships.…
If you are sexually active, but have not been tested for sexually transmitted diseases recently, it’s important that you schedule an appointment soon to be sure. You may be thinking the following: I don’t have any symptoms, and I would know if I had an STD. Unfortunately, that’s not true. Many STDs can be present…
