My Period Is Late. Could I Be Pregnant? What to Do Next
A late period can bring a lot of questions.
Could I be pregnant? Is it too early to test? What if the test is positive? What am I going to do?
Before you get too far ahead of yourself, start with what you can know right now.
If your period is late and pregnancy is possible, your first step is to find out whether you’re actually pregnant.
When Should I Take a Pregnancy Test?
Home pregnancy tests detect a hormone called human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG), which your body begins producing during pregnancy.
Pregnancy tests are generally more accurate after your missed period. Testing too early can sometimes result in a negative result even if you are pregnant.
If you’ve taken a home pregnancy test and aren’t sure you can trust the result—or if your period is late and you’re unsure what to do next—you can schedule a no-cost pregnancy test at Assure Women’s Center.
What If My Pregnancy Test Is Positive?
A positive pregnancy test gives you one important piece of information, but you may still have questions.
How far along am I?
Is the pregnancy developing as expected?
What are my options?
What should I do next?
At Assure Women’s Center, you don’t have to have all of those answers before you come in.
Depending on your situation and medical history, your appointment may include pregnancy testing and an ultrasound when medically appropriate. An ultrasound can provide additional information about your pregnancy, including information that may help determine how far along you are.
What If I’m Considering Abortion?
You can still come to Assure.
In fact, if you’re unsure what you want to do, this can be an especially important time to slow down and gather information.
You may feel pressure to make a decision quickly. But before deciding what comes next, you deserve the opportunity to understand what’s happening with your pregnancy and think through how it affects your health, your life, and what matters to you.
Assure does not provide or refer for abortions. Our role is to provide medical services, information, and a place to process your situation without pressure.
More Than a Pregnancy Test
An unexpected pregnancy can affect much more than your physical health.
You may be thinking about a relationship.
School or your career.
Money.
Your family.
Housing.
Your future.
Or you may simply be thinking, I cannot believe this is happening.
That’s why Assure takes a Whole-Person Care approach.
YOUR HEALTH
What is happening with my pregnancy?
We can help with pregnancy testing, ultrasound when medically appropriate, STI testing and limited treatment, and medical information.
YOUR LIFE
What could this mean for my life?
You can talk through relationships, school, work, finances, family, housing, support, and other practical concerns.
YOUR HEART
How am I really doing with this?
You have a safe place to talk about your emotions, fears, values, relationships, beliefs, and what matters to you. Conversations about spiritual matters are always optional.
You decide what you want to discuss.
You Don’t Have to Figure Everything Out Today
If your period is late, try not to make ten decisions before you have the answer to the first question.
Start by finding out whether you’re pregnant.
Then take the next step.
Assure Women’s Center has served women in the Omaha area for more than 40 years. Our services are provided at no cost, and you do not need insurance.
Whether you’re in Omaha, Elkhorn, Gretna, Papillion, Bellevue, La Vista, or the surrounding area, you can schedule an appointment and get the information you need to determine your next step.
No cost. No pressure. No judgment. Just a clear next step.
Reach Out to Assure Women’s Center.
Assure Women’s Center offers free, confidential ultrasounds and pregnancy testing, and a team that can talk through what you’re experiencing and help you find your next step. Schedule today.
Frequently Asked Questions
How late should my period be before I take a pregnancy test?
Many home pregnancy tests can detect pregnancy around the time of a missed period. If you test too early, however, you may receive a negative result even if you are pregnant.
Can I come to Assure if I already took a home pregnancy test?
Yes. If you’ve received a positive home pregnancy test or you’re still unsure whether you’re pregnant, you can schedule an appointment.
Does Assure offer free pregnancy testing?
Yes. Assure provides pregnancy testing and other pregnancy-related services at no cost.
Will I get an ultrasound at my appointment?
Ultrasound is provided when medically appropriate. Your Assure medical team will determine whether an ultrasound is appropriate based on your individual situation.
Can I come to Assure if I’m thinking about abortion?
Yes. You don’t need to know what you want to do before coming to Assure. We can provide medical information and a place to process your situation before you make a decision.
Do I need insurance?
No. Assure’s services are provided at no cost.
Where is Assure located?
Assure has locations in the Omaha area. Check current locations and availability when scheduling your appointment.
How do I schedule an appointment?
Click here to schedule your appointment today!
