False-Negative Pregnancy Tests At Your Options Medical, we have found that when many of our patients have a negative pregnancy test...

Can I REALLY have a positive result on a pregnancy test and not actually be pregnant? Many of our patients assume that if they take a...

A lot of people think the Abortion Pill (RU-486/Plan C) and the Morning After Pill (Plan B) are the same thing. However, these pills...

“What is RU-486?” “Is the Morning After Pill the same as the abortion pill?” “How does the abortion pill work?” These are all common...

Many people think that the Morning After Pill (MAP) also known as Plan B, is the abortion pill; however, this is not so. The MAP is taken...

Unplanned Pregnancy and Abortion Concerns If you recently found out that you are pregnant and you were not planning or expecting to be, you may be considering an abortion . Before scheduling this medical procedure, a few things have to be done first for your health and safety. The truth is, you may not want to be pregnant but you also may not need to have an abortion. We want to offer you some information in this post in order to help you understand the vital steps you need t

As a nonprofit organization, Your Options Medical is dedicated to reaching out to women and families who are facing unexpected pregnancies and seeking compassionate support. We offer free women’s health services. At Your Options, we understand the services we offer are vital to women. We strive to ensure there are no barriers to women accessing our services– including cost. What about insurance? There are multiple reasons why we do not require our patients to give insuran

Okay Ladies, let’s be honest. Most of us tend to dread our time of the month! The symptoms drive us bonkers — like consistent cramps...

Are you pregnant and unsure about what to do from here? At Your Options Medical, we encourage all expectant mothers to book an ultrasound...

If you are considering an abortion, there are a few questions to answer. Like all medical procedures, there is a process. Below we will...

On average, women have their periods every 28 days. However, this length may vary from woman to woman, as it is normal to have periods...

Are you thinking of using contraception to prevent pregnancy? Are you already using it? Have you ever considered how it works? Is it effective 100% of the time? Will it prevent STI’s? We put together a chart of the most commonly used methods of birth control to answer all of these questions for you. ** The only way to 100% protect against STI’s is abstinence When used correctly contraception is very effective in preventing pregnancy, but we’re not all perfect and sometime

Have you ever wondered how your period works? Why does it come every month? What does it have to do with getting pregnant? Today we’re...

Your Options Medical offers a host of services including pregnancy testing, ultrasound, and options counseling. When serving patients, some women want to know details about early fetal development. We receive a lot of questions, but here are a few answers to the most common fetal development questions that come our way. “What is the difference between an embryo and a fetus?” The terms embryo and fetus signify the unborn baby’s level of development . Similar to using the

If you think you might be pregnant and are considering having an abortion, there are a few steps you need to take prior to scheduling an...

It can be difficult to determine exactly when a woman became pregnant. There can be many reasons a patient wants to know the precise timeline. Reasons may include: sentimental purposes, health factors, and more. Though it may be impossible to determine the exact moment, we can make an estimation. How do I make an educated estimation of when I become pregnant? Let’s first define a few terms: LMP: “Abbreviation for ‘last menstrual period.’ By convention, pregnancies are date

If you are considering an abortion, you may have some questions: How much does it cost? Will I be awake? How long does it take? Are there any risks? The trained staff at Your Options Medical are ready to answer your questions and to walk alongside you in this difficult decision-making process. A question we sometimes hear is, “ Is an abortion painful ?” The simple answer is, yes. Each abortion procedure causes some pain and discomfort ranging from a burning sensation to ex

If you think you might be pregnant and are considering an abortion, there are a few steps you should take prior to scheduling an abortion...

Dating your cycle and trying to figure out all that is happening with your body can be frustrating and confusing. How long is my period? What is ovulation exactly ? My LMP? Understanding your body’s natural processes and being able to navigate one’s monthly cycle is helpful. If you want to get pregnant (or not), knowing when you are most likely to conceive can help you make a plan. Understanding the complexity of our bodies can be an educational and exciting journey. First, l