If you’ve never been pregnant before, you might not be aware of the early symptoms of pregnancy. Pregnancy symptoms differ for every woman. The best way to confirm is to take a home pregnancy test or a blood test, but until you can do that here are some common early [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
If you aren’t expecting to hear the words, “I’m pregnant” from your girlfriend, they may come as quite a shock. Chances are she was just as stunned as you are. Breaking the news to someone about a surprise baby takes courage. While your first reaction might have been one of [...]
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: [...]
If you are pregnant and you are not sure what to do, just pause. Perhaps you are weighing the pregnancy options available for you and cannot see how you can accomplish your personal goals with a baby. Avoid making a quick, emotional, and irreversible decision that you may later regret [...]
Abortion is not just a women’s issue. For men who are staring an abortion decision in the face, it is not a decision to be made lightly or without considering the possible implications. Men involved in an abortion clinic procedure can experience long-term, life-altering consequences. Possible emotional consequences from an [...]
As much as you wish those pregnancy symptoms would go away. They will not. You’re pregnant. You don’t want to be pregnant and you definitely weren’t planning to be pregnant in college. The thoughts invade of what will he say, what will he want me to do, what do I [...]
If you aren’t expecting to hear the words, “I’m pregnant” from your girlfriend or teenaged daughter, they may come as quite a shock. Chances are she was just as stunned as you are. Breaking the news about a surprise baby to someone takes courage. While your first reaction might [...]
Discovering you’re pregnant as a teenager can be a scary time indeed. You’re horrified that this has happened to you. All of the unknowns come rushing at you causing pain and emotional turmoil. How do I tell my parents? What about school? Why am I so sick? What will my boyfriend say? What will my friends say? WHAT AM I GOING TO DO? If you are a teenager and you’re pregnant, you are in a crisis. Whether the pregnancy is intentional or not, the stress of the situation still exists.
1306 Hillsborough Street
Raleigh, NC 27605
Phone: (919) 833-0096
Email: sarah@gatewaywomens.care
Raleigh Hours
Monday: 10:00am – 7:00pm
Tuesday – Thursday: 10:00am – 5:00pm
Friday: 9:00am – 1:00pm
4113 Capitol Street, Suite B
Durham, NC 27704
Phone: (919) 251-9444
Email: laura@gatewaywomens.care
Durham Hours
Monday: 9:00am – 3:00pm
Tuesday: 9:00am – 3:00pm
Wednesday: 9:00am – 3:00pm
Thursday: 9:00am – 3:00pm
Friday: 9:00am – 3:00pm
104 S Estes Drive, Suite 202
Chapel Hill, NC 27514
Phone: (919) 537-8220
Email: maryarnold@gatewaywomens.care
Chapel Hill Hours
Monday: Appointments Only
Tuesday: 9:00am – 3:00pm
Wednesday: Closed
Thursday: 9:00am – 3:00pm
Friday: Appointments Only
