The college years are an exciting time of growth and learning for students. But finding out that you are pregnant might make you feel unsure of your next steps or if you can continue your studies. If you are feeling confused, you are not alone. Get the information you need At Mercy, you can receive
The female body is amazing! As women, it is important to understand how our bodies work, including our menstrual cycle. Knowing the facts will give you confidence to understand any changes you may experience. How does the monthly cycle work? For the average 28-day cycle, the egg is released from one of the ovaries about
Some common signs that you might be pregnant are: You have missed your period You feel nauseous You have been vomiting You are feeling more tired Your breasts feel tender You are urinating more often You feel more emotional than normal Not everyone experiences all of these symptoms, but if you have missed your period
What is the abortion pill? The most common abortion pill is a combination of two different drugs, Mifepristone and Misoprostol, taken 24 to 48 hours apart. The abortion pill is approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for women who are up to 10 weeks pregnant or 70 days or less from the first
If you are unexpectedly pregnant, but know you are not ready to be a mother, making an adoption plan for your baby could be the solution you are looking for. Adoption allows you to give life to your baby, but not have to be a parent before you are ready. Making an adoption plan may
If you are pregnant before you had planned to be, you may be asking yourself, “Am I ready to be a parent?” While there is no easy answer, some things to consider are: Do I have support from my family or the baby’s father? You may feel alone with your decision, but in many cases,
After the abortion is over, is it over? Women may tell you, “I was not ready to be a mother.” “I could not afford a baby.” “I was raped.” There are many reasons women choose to have an abortion. Each woman’s personal experience is different. Each person is unique. Just as everyone has an individual