Is your period late? Are you feeling nauseous and tired and visiting the bathroom more? These are all early pregnancy symptoms, and they can be hard to deal with. The early months of pregnancy can be challenging, especially when you didn’t plan on being pregnant. Let’s talk about your options. Do I Have Options? When
Most people avoid the topic of sexually transmitted infections or diseases, and who can blame them? No one ever thinks it will happen to them. But, according to the CDC, millions of new infections occur every year in the United States. Ultimately, you don’t want to wait to see if your STI/STD goes away on
Most tests for sexually transmitted infections or diseases are highly accurate. However, no test can be 100% accurate every time. Getting tested regularly is vital to your health and your partners’ health. You can order home tests, but it’s essential to have the oversight of a knowledgeable medical professional. At PCS Health, we offer free
Life is full of difficult conversations, but very few are more challenging than telling your parents you are pregnant. Before you say anything, you may want to confirm your pregnancy first. We can do that with free pregnancy services, including an ultrasound. Once you’ve confirmed your pregnancy, it’s time for that conversation. Here are a
If you’ve recently had sex and your period is now late, you could be pregnant. A late period is usually one of the early signs of pregnancy, but a change in your menstrual cycle can happen for many reasons. Are you experiencing any of these other early pregnancy symptoms? Early Pregnancy Symptoms Every woman’s pregnancy,
Discovering an unexpected pregnancy is stressful enough, but when you find your partner is unsupportive, it’s even more difficult. Give your partner time to absorb the news and find others who will support you. The team at PCS Health is here for you, and we have a few suggestions to help you. Have You Confirmed
It’s understandable to be nervous about childbirth, especially if this is your first baby. Getting more information about what to expect can help calm your nerves. We’ve put together some suggestions and resources to help you conquer that fear. Why is Childbirth So Scary? It’s the fear of not knowing what to expect when you
Shouldn’t a late period and a positive pregnancy test be enough to confirm a pregnancy? You would think it would be, but experts estimate over one in four pregnancies ends in a miscarriage. Ultrasound is the only way to determine if your pregnancy is growing or if you have miscarried. Learn about the three reasons
An ectopic pregnancy is a pregnancy that implants outside of the uterus, typically in a fallopian tube. Because only the uterus can safely support a growing pregnancy, ectopic pregnancy is a dangerous and life-threatening condition. How Does an Ectopic Pregnancy Happen? The majority of ectopic pregnancies are “tubal pregnancies,” meaning the fertilized egg has implanted
If you wonder what an ultrasound is or why you need one, we can help. We want you to have as much information about your pregnancy as possible for your health and safety. That’s why we offer free limited ultrasounds. An ultrasound scan uses high-intensity sound waves to create an image of the inside of
*PCS Health does not perform or refer for abortions.