Navigating an unplanned pregnancy while balancing college life can be a daunting experience. There are likely numerous questions in your mind about how this pregnancy will alter your life. Despite the unpredictability of your situation, you can arm yourself with the knowledge and support necessary to empower you through this journey. This Is Your Decision
If you’re pregnant and your partner is abusive, it’s critical to know that your safety is the top priority. If you’re in immediate danger, call the National Domestic Abuse Hotline at 800.799.SAFE (7233). Or, if you need someone to talk to, contact Assure Women’s Center to connect with one of our team members. Being pregnant
Facing an unplanned pregnancy can feel overwhelming, especially as you think about your pregnancy options and how to move forward. If you’re wondering how pregnancy might affect you mentally, the answer depends on many different factors. Read on to learn more about these factors. Or, if you want to talk to someone about your pregnancy,
If you’re facing an unplanned pregnancy and considering abortion—or if you’ve already had one—it’s essential to be aware of the warning signs of infection to protect your health. Infection is one of the risks associated with abortion. Read on to learn more about how infection happens after abortion and warning signs to watch out for.
Both medical abortion (also known as the “abortion pill”) and surgical abortion are associated with side effects and risks that can adversely affect your body. After either type of abortion, your body will experience vaginal bleeding and abdominal cramping. However, you might also experience other side effects and risks, depending on the type of abortion
If you’re wondering whether your insurance will pay for your girlfriend’s abortion, the answer is likely no. At the time of this writing, Nebraska doesn’t require insurance companies to cover abortion—except in the case of rape, incest, or life endangerment. If your partner is unexpectedly pregnant, it’s understandable that you both are feeling overwhelmed and
A medical abortion, also referred to as the “abortion pill,” is the process of taking two different drugs to end a pregnancy and force it out of the uterus. If you’re facing an unplanned pregnancy, knowing all you can about this option is essential to make a confident decision about how to move forward. Read
Abortion in Nebraska is banned after 12 weeks. Women seeking an abortion for pregnancies under 12 weeks will likely obtain a procedure called vacuum aspiration. This procedure only takes 15-20 minutes, but your appointment could last 3-4 hours due to the preparation and recovery phases. If you are over 12 weeks pregnant and considering traveling
If you’re pregnant, you’re not legally obligated to tell your partner or anyone else that you want to get an abortion. However, there are some things to ask yourself before you make this decision. Why Don’t I Want to Tell My Partner? Keeping the news of pregnancy from your partner and getting an abortion without
Just this last week, on May 19, the Nebraska Unicameral passed a 12-week ban on abortion. It included an emergency clause, which means it will become law on Monday, May 22 when Nebraska’s governor signs it. What does that mean for anyone in Nebraska considering abortion at 12 weeks? To begin with, the 12 weeks
