Will I pay for services at Wellspring Pregnancy + Health Center?
All our services are free and confidential. We're here to provide you with the support and resources you need to get informed about your options and protect your health.
When should I take a pregnancy test?
The best time to take a pregnancy test is typically the day after you’ve missed your period. At this point, your body should have produced enough human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG) hormone to be detected by a home pregnancy test, leading to a more accurate result.
It's also recommended to take the pregnancy test first thing in the morning. This is because your urine is most concentrated after a night’s sleep, which increases the chances of detecting hCG if you are pregnant.
Why do I need an ultrasound?
An ultrasound is crucial for confirming your pregnancy and providing essential details that a pregnancy test alone cannot offer. It helps determine the location of your pregnancy, ensuring it is developing in the correct place, such as the uterus, and not ectopically, which can be dangerous.
Additionally, an ultrasound estimates the gestational age of the pregnancy, giving you a clearer timeline. It also assesses the viability of the pregnancy by checking for signs such as a heartbeat.
These details are vital in unlocking the pregnancy options available to you, allowing you to make informed decisions about your next steps.
Could I have an STD/STI?
STD/STIs can often be asymptomatic, meaning they may not show any noticeable signs or symptoms even when an infection is present. This can make it easy to unknowingly carry and potentially spread an infection to others. Because of this, relying solely on the absence of symptoms isn’t a reliable way to assess your sexual health.
Regular testing is the best way to detect these infections early, ensuring that you can receive timely treatment and prevent any long-term health complications. Getting tested is a proactive step toward protecting not only your own health but also the health of your partners.
