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How does the morning-after pill work?

The morning-after pill (Levonorgestrel) works by delaying ovulation and your menstrual cycle. This information has been reviewed by a registered nurse on staff at The Pregnancy Network. It may also prevent an egg from implanting in the uterus (Mayo Clinic). Levonorgestrel is sold by brands like “Plan B One-Step” and “Julie” and is classified as

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Una prueba de embarazo sobre una ecografía.

Unexpected Pregnancy: 3 Things You Should Tell Yourself

You’re pregnant, and it wasn’t planned. You might be feeling emotions like fear and shame. We get it. It’s common to feel this way! Tell yourself these three things instead: 1. Blame isn’t helping me. Maybe you feel guilty for how you got pregnant. But blaming yourself doesn’t help you. You might even call this

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How to Calculate Your Due Date

Recently found out you’re pregnant? Congratulations! There is so much to celebrate when growing a new life. There is also a ton to figure out! Today we’ll figure one thing out together: how to calculate your due date. The most common method for calculating your due date is by LMP, or last menstrual period. A

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7 recursos en el Triad si estás embarazada y sola

Un embarazo no planeado puede ser la decisión más difícil de tu vida, especialmente si estás sola enfrentando la maternidad. Muchas mujeres sienten que su única opción es el aborto, incluso si desean ser madres.  ¡Tienes opciones! Si deseas continuar con tu embarazo, hay una infinidad de recursos disponibles para ti en el Triad, comenzando

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Cómo hacerse una prueba de embarazo

¿Crees que podrías estar embarazada? Tal vez tuviste relaciones sexuales sin protección, o tal vez se te retrasó el periodo. Es importante hacerse una prueba de embarazo pronto. Aquí te explicamos cómo hacer una prueba de embarazo en orina para obtener resultados lo más precisos posible. Lee más: Cuándo hacerse una prueba de embarazo y

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7 Resources in the Triad if You’re Pregnant and Alone

An unplanned pregnancy can be the hardest decision of your life, especially if you’re facing single parenthood. Many women feel like their only option is abortion, even if they desire to parent. You do have options! If you want to continue your pregnancy, there are a myriad of resources available to you in the Triad,

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How to Take a Pregnancy Test

You think you might be pregnant. Maybe you had unprotected sex, or maybe you missed your period. It’s important to take a pregnancy test soon. Here’s how to take a urine pregnancy test to ensure as accurate results as possible. Read more: When to take a pregnancy test and how it works. Take the test

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Ultrasonido antes de tomar la Píldora para abortar

¿Por qué tú necesitas realizar un ultrasonido antes de la píldora para abortar? Un embarazo no planeado es suficiente para derribar a alguien de sus pies. Empiezan una variedad de pensamientos acerca de todos los cambios de vida, si lo podríamos mantener y si podríamos continuar con nuestras metas y es por esta razón que

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Why Get an Ultrasound Before the Abortion Pill?

Why do I need an ultrasound before taking the abortion pill? An unplanned pregnancy is enough to knock anyone off their feet. With thoughts swirling about lifestyle changes, affordability, and a shift in goals, it’s no wonder many people consider the abortion pill. If that’s you, we’re glad you’re here. Here are two quick reasons

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Información sobre la píldora para abortar

¿Estás considerando tomar la píldora para abortar? Es muy importante estar totalmente informada de todas tus opciones. Una mujer embarazada tiene tres opciones: abortar, maternidad o adopción. En el Pregnancy Network, damos información de estas tres opciones que pueden empoderarte para tomar tu decisión. La píldora de abortar fue aprobada por la FDA para uso

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