Over the past few months, there’s been a legal battle over access to mifepristone (also known as Mifeprex), one of the drugs used in the abortion pill regimen. In response, some women have turned to misoprostol-only abortions. If you’re facing an unplanned pregnancy and your state has been affected by the mifepristone ban, you may
Morning sickness. The universal pregnancy experience. Perhaps the mere mention of it made your stomach turn. You likely have a lot of questions—the biggest one being, how long will this last? In this article, we’ll explore how long morning sickness lasts, how to alleviate your symptoms, and what to do in extreme cases. Keep reading
If you’ve recently found out that you’re pregnant, you may be wondering when you should start to feel movement. Was that a kick you just felt, or was it indigestion? Sometimes it can be hard to tell. Today, we’re exploring movement in pregnancy (also known as quickening): When you first feel it What
A chemical pregnancy can leave you with a lot of questions and emotions. What causes it? Did I miss the signs and symptoms? Can I get pregnant again after a chemical pregnancy? You don’t have to process your thoughts and feelings on your own. The Athens PRC is here to answer your questions and
If you’ve missed a period, the one thing you need to know is whether or not you’re pregnant. When you Google “pregnancy test near me”, countless results appear. Some are the typical at-home tests you can find at any drugstore. You may also notice advertisements for clinics that offer blood-based tests. You’ve probably got
Maybe you don’t feel ready to be pregnant right now, but you want to have children in the future. If you’re considering abortion in Ohio, you may be concerned that the procedure could cause fertility problems down the road. Unfortunately, abortion isn’t a risk-free procedure. It’s important to be aware of the impact it
It’s an unfortunate fact that if you’re sexually active, you’ve likely been exposed to an STD or STI. You may be thinking about getting tested, but, let’s be real—it can feel embarrassing. However, you should never feel ashamed for taking charge of your health! Today, we’re exploring 4 reasons why you need to get
An unplanned pregnancy can rip the rug out from under you. It can be easy to make a snap decision out of fear, but it’s crucial to ask questions and get all the facts on your options to protect your health. Today, we’re answering some frequently asked questions about the abortion pill, so you
Societal Value of the Body Society simultaneously over-values and under-values human bodies. The media conditions us to be hyper aware of how we present our bodies – that we must obsess over making every part perfect, even providing blueprints for ideal body types. Sure, more diverse body types are being accepted, but there is still
When I was a child, I used to spend most summers with my aunt. We used to go to amusement parks, have movie marathons and work outside in the garden. My favorite memories are the hours we spent together baking. She taught me how to sift flour, level off measuring cups, and stir each mixture