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…
In the wake of The Supreme Court’s reversal of Roe vs. Wade, Iowa residents may be wondering how abortions in their state will be affected. Especially for women experiencing an unplanned pregnancy, understanding Iowa state laws regarding abortion is crucial. The Outcome Of The New Verdict On June 24, 2022, The Supreme Court ruled that…
Common early pregnancy symptoms include missed periods, tender/swollen breasts, nausea with or without vomiting, increased urination, and fatigue. Some less obvious signs of pregnancy are moodiness, constipation, bloating, cramping, food aversions, light spotting, and nasal congestion. However, every woman’s experience varies. Behind the Symptoms: What’s Happening? Pregnancy symptoms are triggered by the body’s response to…
An ultrasound works using a probe (transducer) to transmit sound waves into the body. The sound waves travel through the body, and when they hit a boundary between tissues (i.e., bone and soft tissue), the waves bounce back to the probe. Then, the information turns into an image on a screen. One of the most…
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