You were texting with your boyfriend when you decided to take a pregnancy test. Your period was a day late, but it’s been late before. You just wanted to be completely confident everything was normal. Then, you saw the two pink lines. You could have dropped your phone out of surprise. That wasn’t supposed to…
Knowing how to support a friend who’s facing an unexpected pregnancy can be difficult. Maybe you’re worried about giving them unhelpful advice or saying the wrong thing, or perhaps you’re even concerned about how this might affect your friendship. No matter what you’re feeling, your friend needs your support now more than ever. And there…
When facing an unexpected pregnancy, sharing the news with your partner or parents can be challenging. It’s a hard moment, but getting the announcement out can end the stress of wondering what your parents might say or think. Here are a few tips for telling your parents about your pregnancy. 1. Consider Their Reaction Over…
It can be difficult to figure out how to best support a friend experiencing an unexpected pregnancy. Perhaps you are afraid of saying the wrong thing, or worried that they won’t feel adequately supported during this time. It is important to remember that just being there for your friend is a great place to start….
Getting an ultrasound is more than just something medical professionals say you should do. There are reasons this imaging can prove helpful to you, your choices, and your health. Three reasons you should receive an ultrasound are: It provides you with important information It helps protect your health and wellness It gives you information about…
2022 was a year of change, with the overturning of Roe v. Wade on June 24. How are women’s rights affected by this ruling from the Supreme Court? The ruling declared that the legalization of abortion is now left up to the individual states. Since the court decision, many states have placed bans and restrictions…
Post-Roe, many women fear that life-saving treatment will not be permitted during pregnancy. However, if a woman’s life becomes endangered, life-saving treatment is allowed to save her life. What About Pregnancy Complications Like Ectopic Pregnancies and Miscarriages? Some complications can occur during pregnancy that directly threatens a woman’s life. When these situations do present, life-saving…
Many Americans were shocked and confused about the June 2022 Supreme Court ruling and wondered what a post-Roe country would look like. To better understand this decision and how it will impact the U.S., let’s take a look at this ruling and separate fact from fiction. Fiction: This Verdict Made Abortion Illegal in America Fact:…
After the recent overturning of Roe v. Wade, many questions what states still allow abortion and which have outlawed it. Though there are currently over 10 states that have complete abortion bans, others have differing laws, which have the potential to quickly shift as lawmakers rush to speak for the people they represent. What Does…
Yes, the overturning of Roe v. Wade will affect Iowa. However, to what extent remains unseen? Before the overturning, Iowa had already enforced several abortion laws. After the Supreme Court’s ruling, one new law was enacted in IA: a 24-hour waiting period. However, to understand how Roe v. Wade will further impact Iowa, it’s important…
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