An unexpected pregnancy can make several parts of your life feel connected all at once. You may be thinking about your relationship, school or work, finances, where you live, and whether you feel ready to raise a child. Parenting, adoption, and abortion each involve very different decisions. Before choosing, give yourself the chance to learn
When your period is late and pregnancy is a possibility, you probably want an answer as soon as you can get one. You may also wonder whether the type of pregnancy test you take makes a difference. Blood and urine tests both look for the same pregnancy hormone, but they’re used somewhat differently. For many
Finding out you’re pregnant is one thing. Trying to handle everyone’s opinions afterward can be even harder. If your parents are encouraging you to have an abortion, you may feel like you’re being pulled in two different directions. You love your family, and their opinions matter to you. At the same time, this is a
Taking care of your sexual health is an important part of caring for your overall well-being. Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) are common, and many infections don’t cause noticeable symptoms. That means you could have an STI without realizing it. Whether you’re experiencing symptoms or simply want peace of mind, getting tested is one of the
If you have had an abortion and are wondering what it could mean for your future, you are not alone. Questions about fertility, future pregnancies, and emotional healing are common. Care Net Pregnancy Center of Albuquerque is here to provide caring support, accurate information, and practical services so you can better understand what to expect
Yes, Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) and infections (STIs) are contagious, and they are also easy to miss. You can have an STD/STI, feel completely normal, and pass it to someone else without either of you ever realizing it. Here’s a scenario that happens all too often: you were tested once, everything came back clear, and
You’re asking a great question. So often, you hear about the physical risks of abortion, but rarely does anyone talk about the mental health effects. It’s important to know that every woman’s abortion experience is as unique as she is. Many women feel relief immediately following their abortions. However, within weeks, months, or even years,
If you think you might be pregnant, it’s natural to want clear answers as soon as possible. Waiting and wondering can feel stressful, especially if the situation wasn’t planned. Understanding how pregnancy tests work can help you feel more confident about when to test and what your results mean. At Care Net Pregnancy Centers of
Feeling unsure about how you want to proceed with your unplanned pregnancy is normal. Feeling pressure from others about what you should do is not okay and not part of a normal, healthy relationship. If your partner keeps pushing you toward abortion and you’re not certain that’s what you want, that can cause stress that
If you’re pregnant, or hoping to be, and you have a sexually transmitted disease or infection (STD/STI), it’s natural to have questions about what that could mean for your baby. You may be wondering whether an infection can be passed on during pregnancy or delivery, or what steps you can take to reduce risks and