If you think you might be pregnant, many thoughts could go through your mind. Who should you tell? What should you do next?
If you suspect a pregnancy, there are a few steps you should take, and many can be taken care of with a visit to Sumter Pregnancy Center. Schedule a free and confidential appointment today.
Here are three steps you can take if you think you might be pregnant.
1. Wait for the Right Time to Take a Pregnancy Test
This step can feel like an eternity, but pregnancy tests deliver the most accurate results after a missed period. Try not to stress yourself out as you wait for your period to arrive because stress can delay an otherwise regular menstrual cycle.
If you miss your period, take a pregnancy test. If it’s negative and your period still doesn’t arrive, give it another day to a week before testing again. It can take time for your hormone levels to rise enough to trigger a positive test.
2. Schedule Your First Pregnancy Appointment
If you take a pregnancy test and it’s positive, it’s time for step two. Schedule your first pregnancy appointment at Sumter Pregnancy Center to verify your pregnancy test result.
After ensuring you qualify, we’ll perform an ultrasound scan to confirm three details.
- The location of your pregnancy (in the uterus or ectopic)
- Your gestational age (how far along you are in your pregnancy)
- The existence of a heartbeat, which determines if your pregnancy is progressing
These details will inform your next steps and reveal your options.
3. Consider Your Options
Every woman has three options: parenting, abortion, or adoption. With your pregnancy details in mind, you can begin exploring your options and considering which one could be right for you.
Our caring team members can provide information on every option at your appointment. Only you can make the final decision.
Deep Breaths. It Will Be Okay.
Whether you’re waiting for your period to come or you know you missed it, it will be okay.
Unexpected pregnancies happen, but with our help, you can feel confident knowing we’re supporting you every step of the way.
Schedule a no-cost appointment today, and remember that the future is up to you.