An unexpected pregnancy can leave you with a lot of questions, and it can feel heavier when the person you hoped would stand beside you pulls away instead. If your partner is not supporting you, please know this first: you are not alone, and this decision belongs to you. Nobody, including your partner, has the
Understanding your body can bring clarity to questions about pregnancy and reproductive health. While it may seem like conception could happen at any time, pregnancy is only possible during a specific fertile window each menstrual cycle. Learning how this window works, and how it can vary, can help you make informed choices about your reproductive
When an unplanned pregnancy happens, men often aren’t sure how to respond or where they fit in. You might be feeling a mix of emotions, including concern for your partner, uncertainty about the future, financial stress, or questions about your role. These feelings are completely normal. Taking time to process the initial shock and understand
Missing your period is enough to stop you in your tracks. You may fall into one of a few camps. Maybe you tracked your cycle closely and knew the second you missed your period. Or, perhaps you had a realization that your period hasn’t come in some time, and you don’t know how long it’s
Based on research, abortion can cause significant mental health issues for at least some women, and one risk factor is having a history of mental health problems. While we can’t say for sure whether your specific mental health problems will worsen after an abortion, it is a known risk. Keep reading for some more considerations.
Regardless of the kind of pregnancy test you take, all look for the presence of the same hormone: human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG). In the early stages of pregnancy, the fertilized egg will implant in your uterus, triggering the placenta to form. The placenta releases the hormone hCG into your blood and urine, and once the
If your friend just found out she’s pregnant unexpectedly, she needs your support now more than ever. Here are a few practical ways to be there for her during this time. 1. Be Present It can be isolating for your friend to be alone with her thoughts and feelings. Make sure to reach out, be