First Things First. Let’s Make Sure You’re Pregnant

Taking a Test Is the Best Way To Find Out

If you haven’t taken a test yet, that’s the best way to know. If your period is late, you can take a test right now and know for sure. These tests are over 99% accurate when used correctly and taken after a missed period.

If you need an affordable and accurate test, you can often find them at your local dollar store.

Here’s some tips to get accurate results

Follow these step-by-step instructions to get an accurate result.

Wait until the day of your missed period or later (testing too early can lead to false negatives).

Do it right when you get up in the morning (your first pee in the morning is best for accurate results).

Follow the instructions exactly as they read.

If you get a positive result, it’s very likely correct – false positives are rare.

If you are pregnant, come back to us – we’ll help you process and make a decision..

If the test is negative, but you still don’t start your period, retest in a few days.

Many people wonder how early a pregnancy test will work. Most home pregnancy tests are most reliable after a missed period.

If it feels too early to take a test—like a week or more before your period should start—and you are worried you are pregnant, take a deep breath. We know how stressful that waiting can be. It’s completely understandable to feel anxious about the possibility of an unexpected pregnancy.

There’s still a very good chance that you’re not pregnant. But if it turns out that you are, support is available—and you don’t have to face this alone.

If You Are Pregnant

We’re here to support you. Our Whole Self Approach™ helps you reflect on what matters most as you decide what comes next.

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What If You’re Not Pregnant

Finding out you are NOT pregnant can also bring up a range of emotions . . . maybe huge relief, or maybe even a bit of sadness. Whatever you are feeling and especially if you were afraid that you might have been pregnant, this is a great time and opportunity for you to unpack all that you’ve just experienced.

We invite you to keep exploring with us, to take some time to understand what happened and why. Learning more about YOU will help build your self-confidence, your resilience, and will empower you to positively move forward in your life.

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