IN SCHOOL?

An unexpected pregnancy can be overwhelming – especially when you’re still in school. At Focus Women’s Center we understand that a pregnancy at this point in your life requires certain considerations and may not be part of your plan.

The medical team at Focus can help you find the best option for YOU and your personal situation. All of our services are provided for FREE – no insurance necessary. Plus, our appointments are completely confidential, so you don’t need to tell anyone unless YOU want to – even if you’re a minor.

Call or text 815-322-1585 to schedule a free Pregnancy Verification & Consultation appointment and meet with a nurse today.

I THINK I MIGHT BE PREGNANT. WHAT SHOULD I DO FIRST?

• CONFIRM YOUR PREGNANCY with a medical grade pregnancy test administered by a qualified healthcare professional. At Focus Women’s Center, our licensed medical staff does lab-quality urine pregnancy testing – free of charge.
• GET AN ULTRASOUND  At Focus Women’s Center we offer free ultrasound scans to answer 3 important questions:
• HOW FAR ALONG ARE YOU (gestational age)? If you’re considering abortion, this determines which abortion procedure you’d qualify for. Using your menstrual period to determine gestational age is not always accurate. Sometimes implantation bleeding or early pregnancy bleeding can be mistaken for a period. The most accurate way to determine how far along you are is with an ultrasound.
• IS THE PREGNANCY LOCATED IN THE UTERUS? A pregnancy growing outside of the uterus is called an ectopic pregnancy and can be a life-threatening condition that requires immediate medical attention. (Please note: an abortion is not used to remove an ectopic pregnancy. Treatment for an ectopic pregnancy requires a completely different procedure- which is why early and accurate detection with an ultrasound is important! Plus, the symptoms of an ectopic pregnancy and the side effects of the abortion pill (sometimes called Plan C) can be similar, so it’s important to rule out an ectopic pregnancy before taking the abortion pill.)
• IS THE PREGNANCY EVEN VIABLE? Between 10-20% of known pregnancies end up naturally miscarrying. It’s important to determine if the pregnancy is even viable before you make any decisions.
• GET TESTED FOR STDS. Untreated STDS can cause further complications during a surgical abortion, so it’s important to be tested. At Focus Women’s Center, we test for 2 of the most common STDs in our area: chlamydia and gonorrhea.
• LEARN ABOUT YOUR OPTIONS. Our healthcare professionals are specially trained to go over all 3 of your pregnancy options (abortion, adoption, and parenting), and can provide you with resources to help you with your next step.

I CAN BUY THE ABORTION PILL ONLINE. WHY DO I NEED TO COME TO FOCUS?

Buying the abortion pill (also known as Plan C) online can be dangerous. Abortion pills bought without a prescription are not FDA approved and risk being contaminated, counterfeit, or containing varying ingredients. The FDA also advises against buying abortion pills over the internet because you risk bypassing important safety guards that protect your health, such as having an ultrasound and STD testing. Before you purchase the abortion pill, make an appointment at Focus Women’s Center for a free ultrasound and STD testing.

WILL I BE ABLE TO GET AN ABORTION THERE?

Focus Women’s Center does not provide prenatal care or abortions. We are simply your first step in confirming your pregnancy and learning about all of your options – including your abortion options. While we don’t provide referrals to any specific abortion provider, our nurses do offer information on what to look for when choosing an abortion clinic, an estimation of costs, and information on the available abortion procedures so you know what to expect.

CAN I BRING A FRIEND?

Of course! We believe that a good support system is so important when going through difficult times. While we may ask your guest to wait in the reception area while you meet privately with a nurse to go over some health information, your guest is welcome to join you in the ultrasound room during your scan if you would like.

AS A MINOR, DO I NEED TO TELL MY PARENTS?

In Illinois, you can get a pregnancy test, options counseling, prenatal care and STD/STI testing and treatment without telling your parents. Your trip to Focus Women’s Center can remain completely confidential!

HOW LONG WILL MY APPOINTMENT TAKE?

First time appointments usually last about an hour. Repeat appointments generally take 15-30 minutes.

Call or text 815-322-1585 to meet with a nurse today!

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