“Abortion pill” is the common name for two different medicines that are used together to terminate a pregnancy: Mifepristone and Misoprostol. It is also called RU486 and often referred to as a medical or chemical abortion. Medical abortions are a…
Having a baby can be an exciting time filled with joy and anticipation. As a new mother, you may spend months preparing the nursery, attending childbirth classes, and reading parenting books. After the baby is born, a woman experiences changes…
“I’m pregnant.” What’s the first thing that pops into your head when you hear those words? “I’m not ready to for fatherhood!” “We are not financially stable.” What emotions are wrestling inside your body? Does it get really quiet, and…
The rate at which you experience pregnancy symptoms will vary for each woman. Every woman is different when it comes to the symptoms she may experience, and every pregnancy is different. You may have morning sickness with one pregnancy, and…
You just took a pregnancy test. Time seems to move slowly as you wait for the results. When you look down and see those positive lines, your mind starts racing. Your first instinct is to think of all the things…
You did it! You made it to the third trimester and are in the home stretch of your pregnancy! You might find that you are becoming a little more uncomfortable as the days go on. Many women will find breathing…
If there is a time you feel you are unable to care for your baby due to a lack of resources and/or a lack of support, where can you turn? In the state of Texas, the Baby Moses Project exists…
Spring is a wonderful time of year that brings beautiful weather, picnics, flowers and other fun outdoor activities. Staying active and enjoying time with family and friends is important during your pregnancy. But before you go outside, take some time…
Early in your pregnancy is the time that you should begin to consider who will be your obstetrician (an obstetrician is a doctor who specializes in pregnancy, childbirth, and a woman's reproductive system; also called an OB-GYN) and where you…
The abortion pill can often be confused with the morning after pill, however, these are not the same things. It is important to know what the difference is. Let’s break it down further and get a better understanding. ABORTION PILL…