Women's Resource Blog

Conversations about birth control with healthcare providers can sometimes feel rushed, confusing, or even intimidating—especially when a woman is experiencing side effects or changes she does not fully understand. Every woman’s body responds differently to hormonal medications and medical treatments, and it is important to feel confident speaking openly with your doctor about any concerns. Paying attention to your body’s signals and asking thoughtful questions can help you ta

This is a frequent question among women in Allegheny County . While you can legally order abortion pills online, there are inherent risks involved.  The DEA  and FDA  warn against buying drugs or medications from online providers due to a lack of safety measures. Abortion pills provided by online companies in the U.S., Mexico, or other countries have the risk of being laced with additional drugs, including fentanyl and other lethal drugs or medications, because there is littl

A drugstore pregnancy test is convenient; however, if the test is positive, you will still need an ultrasound to assess if the pregnancy is in the right location, verify viability (if the pregnancy is developing), and measure how far along you are. We can conduct a free medical-grade urine pregnancy test if you think you might be pregnant. This test detects the presence of the hormone hCG, which the body produces during pregnancy. If your pregnancy test is positive, we can a

What is the difference between a medical abortion and a miscarriage? Sometimes abortion pills are called “miscarriage pills,” but do...