PREGNANCY
I’m pregnant.
You've taken an at home pregnancy test-- or 5. The results have come back "positive." It's a lot to take in, and you might need some time to process the news and talk to a trusted loved one (a partner, friend, or family member). Next, you'll want to consider your prenatal care and options for pregnancy support.
You'll want to schedule your first prenatal care visit-- which will typically be set for after your 8th week of pregnancy. Ask about the appointment's duration to make sure that you plan enough time for your visit and arrange any childcare needs. Prepare a list of questions and concerns that you may have about pregnancy, prenatal care, your OBGYN's policies, etc. before your appointment.
More about your first prenatal visit: https://www.nichd.nih.gov/health/topics/preconceptioncare/conditioninfo/prenatal-visits
If you are concerned about affording prenatal care, search your local area for federally qualified health centers (FQHCs) or rural health centers (RHCs). These centers provide a wide range of women’s and family healthcare services. Services are provided regardless of your insurance coverage or your ability to pay for services. Check for local options at the HRSA Data Warehouse (or Get Your Care), and ask about services and sliding scale fees.
If you are unsure about your options, resources, and support, you may benefit from a visit to a local pregnancy center. Pregnancy centers often offer one-on-one counseling where you can learn your options, discuss insurance, get an ultrasound (if available), and learn about available support for your unique needs (e.g. education, support groups, state assistance, local referrals). Find a center here: www.OptionLine.org
Pregnancy Centers
OptionLine
Phone: (800) 712-HELP (4357)
Text: 313131
Facilitated by: Heartbeat International
OptionLine provides free and confidential counseling as well as accurate information about pregnancy and pregnancy options. There are over 3,000 pregnancy resource centers across the country. Find a pregnancy resource center near you by entering your zipcode at www.optionline.org. Please note: These centers do not refer women to abortion providers. However, they often provide all free, confidential services, such as pregnancy testing, STI testing, counseling, support groups, parenting classes, material aid (e.g. diapers, formula, baby supplies), job assistance, community referrals (for housing, adoption, legal aid, etc.), and more.
Real Alternatives
http://www.realalternatives.org/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RealAlternatives/
Phone: (888) LIFE-AID (1-888-543-3242)
Real Alternatives uses a network of 125+ pregnancy support centers, Catholic Charities, and maternity homes to provide free pregnancy support and parenting education services to women and families in Indiana, Michigan, and Pennsylvania. Real Alternatives has over 500 caring and compassionate trained counselors providing support to women facing an unexpected pregnancy. Each site provides confidential and free pregnancy testing. On the Real Alternatives website, women can access services nearest to them by plugging in their zip code.
Find a local counselor or pregnancy support center: http://www.realalternatives.org/pregnant/counselorservices.asp
Care Net
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/carenet/
Find a Center: https://resources.care-net.org/find-a-pregnancy-center/
Phone: (866) 993-0794
Founded in 1975, Care Net is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization that empowers women and men considering abortion to choose life for their unborn children and find abundant life in Christ. With more than 1,100 affiliates across North America, chances are there's a Care Net pregnancy center in your community ready and equipped to serve you. Call to speak with us about your options. We’re available to talk M-F 10AM - 6PM EST. You can ask us anything; we are here for you. We can also connect you with a local pregnancy center in your community. Free services you can receive at your local center may include:
Free Pregnancy tests
STD/STI Testing and information
Limited Obstetrical Ultrasound Services
Parenting Programs
Options information
Guiding Star Project
Twin Cities (MN), Tampa (FL), Cedar Valley (IA), Orange City (IA), El Paso (TX)
https://guidingstarproject.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheGuidingStarProject/
Contact: https://guidingstarproject.com/contact-us/
Locations: https://guidingstarproject.com/our-affiliates/
Email: contact@theguidingstarproject.com
The Guiding Star Project is a nationwide family of care centers that empower women to understand, embrace, and love their natural bodies. We facilitate cooperation between compassionate care providers to serve women and families in a growing community of convenient, professional, welcoming locations. We’re the “new norm” in wholistic women’s healthcare. Our centers and affiliates serve women with a whole-life approach that honors their bodies and minds. We believe you’re not a number or a problem to be solved. You’re a natural wonder. And you deserve healthcare that cares about you. Every Guiding Star Center is dedicated to providing support in our 4 Core Service Areas:
Natural Fertility and Family Planning
Pregnancy and Childbirth Services
Breastfeeding and Postpartum Services
Family Life Services
Helpful Blogs and Guides
She Might
She Might is an online community for women navigating the balance between their goals and their motherhood. The She Might website features helpful guides for career-driven women who are navigating pregnancy and parenting in the workplace. She Might articles cover such important topics as:
Pregnancy
Reproductive Health
Relationships
Money and Career
Lifestyle
Articles include topics like:
Women Deserve Better
https://www.womendeservebetter.com/
Women Deserve Better: For us, that means better information, better support, and better choices. Life brings challenges. We bring empowerment, because we’ll never underestimate women. Women Deserve Better® is a compilation of practical resources and inspirational stories from women and men who have faced challenging issues and are willing to share their unique perspectives. We focus on issues pertaining to work, home life, education, and relationships.