We know that an unplanned pregnancy can be scary and many women make the decision to terminate pregnancy when they are terrified and stressed. We also know that after taking the first pill of a medical abortion procedure, some women regret their choice and want to reverse it. That’s where [...]
At Gateway Women’s Care, we know that a man can be just as confused or nervous about a potential pregnancy as a woman. That’s why we have guys here that you can talk to. When your partner comes to Gateway Women’s Care for an appointment, we encourage you, the father [...]
The obvious indicator that you might be pregnant: you’ve missed your period! This might raise a whole heap of questions…what happened a few weeks ago? Am I extra stressed? Am I sick? Could I be pregnant? While pregnancy symptoms differ for every woman, there are some common ways our bodies [...]
Sometimes, when you find yourself facing an unintended pregnancy, an abortion option really does seem like your best option. From your perspective, there is no way you can have a child right now, and whether you’re in college or don’t have the finances to support a child, having a baby [...]
Have you taken the first dose of the abortion pill (Mifeprex or RU-486)? Do you regret your decision to terminate your pregnancy and wish you could reverse the effects of the abortion pill? It’s your choice to change your mind and we may be able to help. There is a [...]
North Carolina law requires that a woman receive certain abortion information at least 72 hours prior to an abortion (effective 10/1/2015). This information is part of the N.C. Woman’s Right to Know Act of 2011 that mandates the giving of informed consent prior to an abortion. You have the right [...]
As with most medications there are documented side effects to be aware of. If you have symptoms that persist for more than 48 hours or are severe, see your healthcare professional. (11) Nausea Abdominal pain Fatigue Headache Dizziness Breast tenderness Vomiting Diarrhea Irregular menstrual bleeding Other side effects include: Migraine [...]
Perhaps you’ve heard of the Abortion Pill, but aren’t quite clear on what it is or how it works. The abortion pill is a medical abortion and is actually a series of pills that terminate pregnancy up to 10 weeks. The first pill, mifepristone, begins a process to block the [...]
So there you are in your bathroom, anxiously watching the timer on your phone count down. You hear the ding; you hesitantly look; and…. One line…. Negative. The first rush of feeling is relief. But then – wait a minute. Your period is 6 days late, and you are NEVER [...]
When you aren’t trying to get pregnant, it might not be the first thing to pop into your mind to explain the weird things happening to your body. You might be wondering, “why am I so tired lately”, or “where are these dizzy spells coming from?”. And then your period [...]
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