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Facing an Unplanned Pregnancy During the Holidays

Facing an Unplanned Pregnancy During the Holidays

Otherwise known as “Three French Hens, Two Turtle Doves and…an Unplanned Pregnancy?” An unplanned pregnancy is always a shock.  But receiving a positive pregnancy test that you didn’t expect during the time of year when all is supposed to be “merry and bright” can feel even more challenging.  If you’re not ready to share your …

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When You Aren't Ready for Pregnancy

Not Ready for Pregnancy: Advice from Someone Who Has Been There

As a client advocate helping navigate unplanned pregnancies, one of the most common phrases I’ve heard in the counseling room is, “We’re just not ready.” So often, couples want to be more settled and financially stable before thinking about kids. Or they want to be married first, or maybe finish school before starting a family. …

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`Just a Little Pregnant - Reading Home Pregnancy Tests

Just a “Little” Pregnant – When You Can’t Read the Home Pregnancy Test

I just KNEW I was pregnant. This wasn’t my first rodeo, as they say, and all the signs were there. I was exhausted all.the.time! My breasts were tender, and the real clincher, my period was late. So why did my home pregnancy test come up negative? I thought maybe it was a bad test, so …

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An Unplanned Pregnancy in an Abusive Relationship

Unplanned Pregnancy in an Abusive Relationship – Getting Help

Do you find yourself with an unplanned pregnancy and in an abusive relationship? Does the world seem out of control to you? You are probably searching for answers to the scary unknown of now being faced with a pregnancy while existing in an unstable environment. Being in an abusive relationship can make your decision about …

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You Have to Decide Today! (Actually, you don’t – and here’s why)

You Have to Decide Today! (Actually, you don’t – and here’s why)

Have you ever felt rushed to make a decision, only to later regret the choice you made when stressed? Too often we feel like we’re forced to make difficult decisions quicker than we’d like. An unplanned pregnancy is definitely one of those situations that seems to force us into quick decisions. But you may benefit …

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Sex-Free Dating

Why You Should Choose to Sex-Free Date

Music, movies, television shows, podcasts…almost all of our entertainment and media intake is littered with normalizing sex. Whether it’s sex while dating, casual sex with friends, or a one-night stand, we are consistently surrounded by the idea that sex before marriage is good and fun. So many of these entertainment platforms are targeted toward young …

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