There is much mystery and misinformation floating around about what, exactly, a pregnancy center like Advice & Aid really does. Do we only care about the babies that aren’t born yet? Do we pressure women to make decisions that line up with our “agenda?” Are we only interested in one part of a woman’s life? […]
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“Would you like paper or plastic?” Sometimes I stand in line at the grocery store and wonder why I even get asked this question. Which is the correct answer? One kills the trees, one sits in a landfill forever. I didn’t want to have to make such environment-impacting decisions . . . I just want
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The following was shared with us by one of our dad clients. We thought it was timely, as we look ahead to Father’s Day , to hear from a dad on what it is like to find help and support here at Advice & Aid. His words are extremely encouraging to any man out there
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An ectopic pregnancy occurs when the pregnancy takes place on the outside of the uterus or womb. Often in these cases, the pregnancy can happen in the fallopian tube, but can occasionally attach to either an ovary or some other pelvic organ. Anytime a pregnancy occurs outside of the uterus, it can be a dangerous
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What happens when you’ve missed your period, taken a pregnancy test, and it is negative? What could be going on with your body? There could be many different reasons why you haven’t had your period yet. Most women jump to the conclusion that they must be pregnant. But sometimes that test is negative. So what
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Spotting is a common concern for pregnant women. If you fall into this category, you are not alone… 20-25% of women report spotting during their first trimester. Before you worry, here are some things to consider. Spotting vs bleeding?It is important to understand the difference between spotting and bleeding. Spotting is a slight amount of blood that
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From gray clouds to open skies After stress of finals, classes, due dates, and assignments, spring break is a much-needed getaway from reality and our everyday lives. Stretching out poolside or taking a trip to the beach lets us recharge and take a hiatus. No matter how you spend your spring break, it’s a fun,
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Angie* is willingly giving us permission to share her story so that others can realize there is hope in the midst of a difficult situation. All client experiences with Advice & Aid Pregnancy Centers are kept with the highest confidence. The stories that are shared come from the real-life experiences that our clients, staff and volunteers had
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A couple has willingly giving us permission to share their story so that others can realize there is hope in the midst of a difficult situation. All client experiences with Advice & Aid Pregnancy Centers are kept with the highest confidence. The stories that are shared come from the real-life experiences that our clients, staff and volunteers
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This article is shared with us by a staff member at Advice & Aid. While the story is specific, we receive calls like this every day. And every day, we offer hope. It was just after noon when the phone rang. I pick up the phone, and say, “Thank you for calling Advice & Aid,
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