How Do I Tell My Parents I’m Pregnant?
Some things in life are hard, and there’s just no way around it. First, you get a positive result on a pregnancy test. Now, you have to decide if and how you tell your parents. We have a few tips on talking to your parents, but it may be best to visit us before you
What is Abortion Tourism?
With Roe v. Wade being overturned, abortion tourism is already becoming a topic of conversation in the media. Real women facing unplanned pregnancies will need to understand what is meant by this new catch phrase. Abortion Tourism Abortion tourism refers to the practice of traveling across state lines to obtain an abortion in the event
Looking for How to End an Early Pregnancy? Here Are Some Considerations
Finding out you’re pregnant unexpectedly can be scary, and the flood of fears and emotions that come next can make it challenging to weigh out your options and make an informed decision about your future. As you begin to evaluate next steps, there are a few things to consider. In this blog post, we’ll talk
Best Pregnancy Home Test: Digital vs. Analog
When it comes to pregnancy, knowing whether you are or aren’t feels urgent when your birth control failed, your period is late, you notice the subtle signs, or you’re trying to conceive. Luckily, most pregnancy tests can detect the pregnancy hormone, hCG, as early as the first day of a missed period (or sooner). So
What Options Do I Have for My Pregnancy in and Near Cameron, Missouri?
You didn’t plan to be pregnant. And now you feel like you’re facing the most daunting decisions you have ever had to cope with. At Willowbrook Women’s Center, we understand the feelings of shock and disbelief when you’re looking at your positive home pregnancy test, and you weren’t expecting to be pregnant. Your thoughts are
An Unexpected Pregnancy in Late 30s
You’re feeling pretty stunned right now. You’re in your late 30s and just found out you’re pregnant – unexpectedly. There’s no doubt about it; an unexpected pregnancy in late 30s is very different from one in your teens or 20s. Whether you’re apprehensively excited about the news, or completely devastated, you’re not alone. Our caring
Pregnancy Options: Making an Educated Decision
Some decisions sure are easier than others. On the other hand, making an educated pregnancy decision when you have an unplanned pregnancy is a lot harder, certainly more emotional, and will be a pivotal moment in your life, no matter which path you choose. So, how do you do it? How do you choose which
How to Know if Willowbrook Women’s Center is Right for You
When you first discover you are unexpectedly pregnant, you might be in shock. Life just got really messy, and you don’t know where to turn, who to talk to, or what to do. A quick search on Google shows a few places where you can go. As you read through the list, one pops out
When to Take a Pregnancy Test
If you are experiencing early symptoms of pregnancy, it’s possible you are pregnant. Even the most reliable birth control methods can fail. Taking an at-home pregnancy test is a quick way to find out, but the trick is when to take a pregnancy test. You might be tempted to go out and buy an over-the-counter
About Us
Located in Saint Joseph, Missouri, Willowbrook Women’s Center has been providing pregnant women with free and confidential services since 1998. In 2009, limited ultrasound was added to the list of free services. Under the supervision of our medical director, licensed medical staff provides lab-quality pregnancy tests, limited ultrasounds, and STD testing to women who are
