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Sira
Jan 164 min read
From Abortion to Parenting- Scott's Story
Most days begin like any other, but there are the rare, trajectory-defining ones that split our lives into a before and after. The words...

Sira
Dec 17, 20243 min read
5 Reasons Why Online Due Date Calculators Aren't As Effective As An Ultrasound in Gainesville, FL
Few things in life can trigger a flood of emotions like double lines on a home pregnancy test—whether planned or unplanned. If you are...


Sira
Nov 14, 20243 min read
Searching Can I Cause a Miscarriage at Home?
Your pregnancy test revealed the terrifying truth — the birth control failed, and you’re now pregnant. What do you do? Maybe you don’t...


Sira
Oct 16, 20242 min read
Oral Contraceptives: Side Effects & Pregnancy Risks You Need to Know
“Rates of unintended pregnancies are particularly high in young women, a finding that may be associated with their tendency not to use...


Sira
Sep 1, 20232 min read
What NOT To Do When a Friend Thinks She’s Pregnant
“Help! My friend thinks she’s pregnant.” It’s a common phone call around here. We get that you can feel just as lost if someone you know...

Sira
Jun 20, 20232 min read
How Soon After Sex Can I Take a Pregnancy Test?
Waiting to take a pregnancy test when you think you may be pregnant can be excruciating. If you’ve recently had unprotected sex or...


Sira
Feb 21, 20232 min read
5 Things to Know About Ectopic Pregnancy
An ectopic pregnancy is a dangerous condition that makes a pregnancy non-viable and may jeopardize the life of the mother. It’s important...


Sira
Feb 21, 20232 min read
Unplanned Pregnancy: What Should I Do Now?
Once you realize you’re probably pregnant, when you didn’t intend to be, the first several minutes and hours can be agonizing. There can...


Sira
Jan 29, 20232 min read
How to Find Affordable Pregnancy Care
Many women worry about the financial costs associated with pregnancy and having a baby. And the prospect of these costs can indeed feel...


Sira
Jan 26, 20233 min read
How Do Ultrasound Exams Detect Early Pregnancy?
Ultrasound exams are used by medical professionals for a variety of diagnostic tests, from assessing joint inflammation to identifying...


Sira
Dec 29, 20222 min read
How Soon Do Early Pregnancy Symptoms Start?
If you have reason to suspect you may be pregnant, you’re likely paying very close attention to your body to see if you can detect any...


Sira
Nov 30, 20223 min read
5 Common Early Pregnancy Questions Answered
Whether you know you’re pregnant or just think you might be, you likely have tons of questions swirling around. At Sira in Gainesville ,...


Sira
Nov 29, 20222 min read
Could I Be Pregnant and Not Know It?
We’ve all heard stories of women who didn’t know they were pregnant until they actually went into labor. While it might sound like...


Sira
Oct 31, 20223 min read
How Early Will People Notice I’m Pregnant?
Pregnancy produces a number of physical signs that will suggest to others that you may be pregnant. Some happen quickly. Others take a...


Sira
Oct 26, 20223 min read
Pregnancy Testing Dos and Don’ts
While pregnancy testing may not seem particularly complicated, you might be surprised to learn people sometimes make common mistakes or...


Sira
Jun 30, 20222 min read
Pregnant and Scared? You’re Not Alone.
An unplanned pregnancy can be terrifying, especially if you feel you’re too young, or can’t afford it, or people will judge you. Of all...


Sira
May 26, 20222 min read
What Does a Pregnancy Options Counselor Do?
A trained pregnancy options counselor can be an invaluable resource for a woman dealing with an unplanned pregnancy. In the midst of...


Sira
Apr 27, 20223 min read
How to Get Pregnancy Services without Health Insurance
Concerns about healthcare costs are often a major stressor for newly pregnant women, especially for those without health insurance....


Sira
Apr 25, 20222 min read
Bonding with Your Baby Starts Early in Pregnancy
The shared warmth and love of being a mom starts long before your baby is born. In fact, you and your baby will likely begin bonding...


Sira
Mar 30, 20222 min read
When to Take a Pregnancy Test
Odds are you didn’t arrive at this article just out of curiosity. More likely, you have reason to think you may be pregnant, and you’re...
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