What if the Timing Feels all Wrong?
What If I Don’t Feel Ready? Finding out you’re pregnant when you didn’t plan to be can feel deeply unsettling, especially if it seems like the worst possible time. Maybe you’re in school, building a career, navigating a difficult relationship, recovering from a loss, or simply not where you thought you’d be. When life already […]
False Negatives: How to Get Accurate Pregnancy Test Results
At Home Pregnancy Tests: False Negatives Home pregnancy tests look for a hormone called human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG). After a fertilized egg attaches in the uterus, hCG levels rise. Most tests detect hCG in your urine by the day your period is due or soon after. Different brands have different sensitivities. Some can detect hCG […]
Why do I need an STD test before an Abortion?
Why Do I Need an STD Test Before an Abortion? When you have an abortion, whether it is a surgical procedure or the abortion pill, it is always recommended to take an STD test first. Testing is a step taken to protect your health. An STD might not show clear symptoms, but it can still […]
What is Fetal Viability?
Understanding Fetal Viability When you come in for an ultrasound at one of our clinics, one of the things we check for is fetal viability – but what does that mean? Essentially, it means that the pregnancy is developing normally and is on track with certain benchmarks of other fetuses at the same gestational age. […]
What is Implantation?
What is Implantation? Implantation is the process when a tiny ball of cells from fertilization attaches itself to the lining of the uterus. After an egg is fertilized by sperm, it travels down the fallopian tube and becomes a blastocyst. Once it reaches the uterus, it needs to “stick” so it can get nutrients and […]
Is the Birth Control Pill A Carcinogen?
Does The Birth Control Pill Cause Cancer? Millions of American women are currently prescribed some form of birth control pill. Since its introduction in 1960, the pill has become one of the most prescribed medications in America. Although it has been praised for its effectiveness, it has also been known to cause some health problems. […]
Cycle tracking: Is it effective or not?
Introduction to Cycle Tracking: A Closer Look into Your Health Tracking your menstrual cycle can feel like a simple step toward understanding your body. Knowing how your cycle works can help you feel more in control and knowledgeable in the basics of woman’s health. Let's break down how cycle tracking works, what might help you, […]
Free or reduced Childcare Options in Florida
Free and Reduced Childcare Options in Florida Finding quality childcare can feel overwhelming when you are facing a big decision about your future, and it's no secret that childcare is one of the most expensive things about parenting. Community Pregnancy Clinics wants to help you learn about programs that make childcare more affordable or even […]
An Intro to Female Reproductive Hormones
Get to Know to Your Hormones Understanding how your body works can help you feel more in control of your health. One key part of this system is hormones. These tiny chemical messengers help your body know how to maintain basic bodily functions, such as when to grow eggs, rebuild tissue, go to sleep and […]
What Do Pregnancy Cravings Really Mean?
Pregnancy can be a whirlwind of emotions, changes, and… cravings! One minute you’re craving pickles, the next it’s ice cream. So, what do these cravings really mean? Unfortunately, there’s no single, simple answer. The truth is, researchers haven't completely figured out why pregnancy cravings happen. Some theories suggest hormonal shifts might play a role, influencing […]