Pregnant?

Am I really pregnant?
Is it a viable pregnancy?
Do I have a Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI)?
What is an unplanned pregnancy?
What are the fears common with an unplanned pregnancy?
Who is she?

Am I really pregnant?
We know that an unplanned pregnancy can create a lot of questions with no easy answers. Understanding the facts and your options is important. The best way to confirm your pregnancy is to have a medical quality pregnancy test. We can provide one and you will have the results during your appointment at the Valley Pregnancy Center (VPC).
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Is it a viable pregnancy?
A confidential ultrasound exam will confirm if you have a healthy pregnancy (baby is likely to live). The information gained is important whether you are considering abortion or continuing your pregnancy.
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Do I have a Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI)?
It is important to know if you have a sexually transmitted infection (STI) if you are considering abortion. Having an abortion with an untreated STI could cause an increased risk for the mother. Testing for the existence of an STI is important before an abortion is performed. The VPC offers STI testing if your pregnancy test is positive. To learn more about the risk of an untreated STI click here.
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What is an unplanned pregnancy?
An unplanned pregnancy can be very stressful and cause confusion and anxiety, because it is unexpected. But it also can be:

A pregnancy where there is a broken relationship
When there are financial struggles and needs
A pregnancy when there are school or work pressures
A pregnancy where there is family tension
When there are health concerns
A stressful situation that makes pregnancy a challenge

For these reasons, women will experience a wide variety of feelings and emotions.
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What are the fears common with an unplanned pregnancy?
Fear is from a variety of factors:

Sudden life changes
Telling people such as her parents, boyfriend or husband that she is pregnant
Supporting herself financially
Completing her education or how pregnancy will effect her work
How a baby will change her life
Reaching her goals and dreams

Remember, when you are in the middle of a crisis, it is the worst time to make impulsive and quick decisions. Talk to someone who understands and cares about you. You are not alone. Think about your future.

Get information to make an informed decision because you are the one that will live with your choice the rest of your life.
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Who is she?
Married, single, divorced, teenaged or middle-aged, every woman can unexpectedly find themselves with some very difficult decisions to make.

Every woman has strong internal beliefs, dreams and fears. When these are pressured by the external influences of family and friends, school or work, society and culture, it all can become overwhelming.

Change can be stressful, even if it is viewed as positive. Pregnancy does bring change.

Each woman is unique and has great value. Each woman has her own strengths and weaknesses. Her strengths will help her cope during this difficult time of decision.
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