When Should I Take a Pregnancy Test?
The timing of when you take a pregnancy test matters. If you suspect you’re pregnant, try waiting at least one day after your missed period to take a pregnancy test to receive an accurate result. How Pregnancy Tests Work Pregnancy tests work by detecting a hormone called human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG) in urine or blood.
15 Early Pregnancy Signs and Symptoms
Do you think you may be pregnant? Long before there were drug-store pregnancy tests or ultrasounds available, women knew they were pregnant by noticing a series of bodily changes long before they began to feel flutters and tiny baby kicks or start to show. Even though many pregnancy signs and symptoms can have causes unlinked
Five Characteristics of a Healthy Dating Relationship
Love is in the air! It’s February, which means retail spaces are bursting with bouquets of roses, boxes of Godiva, and toddler-sized stuffed bears. All of the Valentine’s Day hype may tempt you to jump into a new relationship or remain in a romance that is no longer healthy. That being said, how do you
Why You Need an Ultrasound…Before You Decide
A positive pregnancy test (including a home test) is an indication of pregnancy, but not a confirmation. An ultrasound can confirm your pregnancy and it can indicate how far along you are by using measurements to estimate the gestational age of the fetus. We offer a free limited obstetric ultrasound to anyone who had a
Breaking Free From Shame
Do you ever struggle with the fear that you won’t belong? Anxiety may hit before attending a social gathering, applying for a part-time job, or stepping into the halls of a new school. Maybe it’s kept you from pursuing new friendships, seeking a leadership role, or trying out for a team. If this sounds familiar,
Know the Signs of an Abusive Relationship – South Jersey
Abusive relationships rarely begin as physical violence against a person, but emotional or mental abuse is still abuse. We want to help you recognize the signs so you or your friends can get out of a toxic relationship and get the help you need. Early signs of a potentially abusive relationship include… Isolating – wants to
Abortion Pill in South Jersey – Myths vs Facts
If you think you may need the abortion pill, come see us. We can provide a free ultrasound to determine if your pregnancy is viable and how far along you are. With several abortion methods available today, how far along you are will determine what is available and how much it will cost. Learn more about
Creating Intimacy That Lasts
When we use the word intimacy or intimate relationship, most of us automatically think of sex. We’ve been culturally conditioned to link the two. Why? Sex is a huge way we connect and bond with a partner. But because it does bond us to another person in a profound way – couples counselors often referring
Sex vs Intimacy and the Difference Between the Two
We all want connection. We all want to be seen, to be truly known, to be treasured and feel valued. As women, we especially look for this in relationships and sometimes fall into the trap of trying to make a physical relationship into an intimate one. What Actually Is Intimacy? Intimacy is an invisible link
My Girlfriend Wants an Abortion
“I’m pregnant.” Those two little words that turn your world upside down. “And I think I’m going to get an abortion.” Your heart stops for a minute. Okay, that makes sense. Wait, is that what I want? It’s her choice, isn’t it? And I’m supposed to support her But what if you want to keep
