Closed adoption means that all information—except for strictly necessary medical details—will remain anonymous between you and the adoptive family and child. Closed adoption is the opposite of open adoption, which accounts for the majority of adoptions today. In an open adoption, you get to decide how often and in what ways communication happens between you
Some STDs can pass from mother to child during birth and cause potentially life-threatening complications. If you’re currently pregnant and have an STD, it’s essential to seek treatment to protect the health of you and your pregnancy. Read on to learn more about how STDs might affect your pregnancy. Or, if you’re looking for a
Has an unplanned pregnancy left you overwhelmed and confused about the future? Maybe you’re in the middle of school or a big career move, and the thought of raising a child seems overwhelming. If you’re in your second trimester of pregnancy (weeks 13 through 27) and wondering what options are available, read on. Or, if
Ordering the abortion pill by mail might seem like a convenient option. However, this decision can put your health at risk. The abortion drugs you can get by mail are outside the US supply chain, meaning these drugs are not FDA-approved. In fact, the FDA advises against ordering abortion drugs by mail because their safety,
An online or at-home abortion involves seeking the abortion drugs (also known as the “abortion pill”) online and then taking the drugs at home. Since abortion is currently illegal in Missouri (except in medical emergencies), seeking abortion drugs online means trying to obtain them illegally. This puts your health and safety at risk. Read on
Taking your eggnog virgin this year? Feeling like eating a dozen Christmas cookies after just upchucking some fruit cake? Wondering how to tell your family the reason behind your sudden weight gain? The holidays might look a little different this year, but that doesn’t mean they have to be more stressful. Here are some tips
If you’re facing an unplanned pregnancy and considering taking the abortion pill—or have already taken it—it’s essential to know that it’s possible to reverse the effects of the abortion pill. However, time is of the essence. Read on to learn more about abortion pill reversal. Or, if you want to talk to someone in person,
In today’s world, it seems nearly everything can be ordered online. But what about abortion medication? If you’re walking through an unexpected pregnancy and considering ordering the abortion pill online, keep reading. In this article, we’ll explore how the abortion pill works, if it’s safe to order online, and why it’s essential to consider the
Open adoptions make up the majority of adoptions in the US. An adoption being “open” means that the birth mother and adoptive family can identify each other, communicate, and share information. If desired by the birth mother as a condition of her adoption plan, she may have a relationship with her child. This often gives
According to the CDC, up to 20% of Americans will have an STI at some point in their life, although they may not display symptoms (asymptomatic). STD testing allows you to determine your status, seek appropriate care if needed, and take steps to protect your partner(s). Read this article for common symptoms to watch for