Pregnancy can be overwhelming and frightening, especially if it wasn’t part of your plan. You may feel alone and like the best way to deal with it is to hide it. Women going through similar experiences have begun to turn to the internet to help them discreetly terminate their pregnancies. However, this could cause more

When most women see their positive pregnancy test, they experience overwhelming emotions. You might be wondering what steps to take after learning you’re pregnant. It is okay to feel scared, lost, anxious, and uncertain of what the future holds. Go ahead and take a deep breath, because even if you are feeling one or all

There are a lot of common birth control and pregnancy myths. Understanding these is just one of the steps you can take to preventing unexpected pregnancy: Myth #1: You can’t get pregnant while you’re on birth control. The only form of birth control that is 100 percent effective is abstinence. While different birth control methods

With a period app, you can track everything from when to expect your next period to the symptoms you are likely to experience during it. Here’s what you need to know if you’re using a period app to prevent pregnancy from occurring. What are the chances of getting pregnant during each part of my cycle?

False Positives for a Painful Disorder Stacie Chapman was 41 when she got pregnant, so when her doctor recommended that she get a screening, she and her husband decided it was the right move. Then, the test came back positive for Trisomy 18, also known as Edward’s Syndrome, a painful genetic condition that was “incompatible with

When you’ve missed a period, it’s completely normal to be concerned. A missed period can mean a number of things, whether it’s that something is wrong, your body is adjusting, or pregnancy. A missed period can also be a source of anxiety, so it’s better for you to learn sooner rather than later what might

No matter how it ended, both thinking that you might be pregnant and learning you are no longer in a relationship are two very significant changes to happen at once. We know you’re tired, hurt, upset, and probably a little bit scared. It’s okay to feel these things, and when you’re ready, to reach out

If you’ve recently had unprotected sex, you’re likely wondering what you should do next. Thankfully, the next steps are fairly simple. Here’s a complete timeline of what to do after you’ve had unprotected sex. The Next Day Take a deep breath. Don’t panic, and don’t worry. While it may be easier said than done, you

There are a number of reasons you might skip a month or be late. Pregnancy is usually the first culprit to come to mind when you miss a period, but it isn’t the only possibility. The average period for a woman occurs every 28 days, but it is considered normal to have your period within