How an Adoption Plan Can Prevent Depression Caused By Abortion
An adoption plan offers women an option to carry their pregnancies to term even if they do not want to parent. An adoption plan can greatly decrease the chances of post-abortive depression. Abortion and Mental Health Unexpected pregnancy can stir up all of your emotions. It can be confusing or difficult to know how to […]
Can STDs Go Away On Their Own?
No one ever thinks it will happen to them. A sexually transmitted disease? Never. After all, you take showers, wear clean clothes, and only have sex with completely honest people. Unfortunately, none of that has anything to do with preventing or curing a sexually transmitted disease. How Do People Get STDs? Obviously, you get a […]
Pregnant in School: What Do I Need to Know?
Dorm or sorority life, classes, late-night studying, and roommates – but you most likely weren’t planning on being pregnant in college too. You are most likely scared and have a lot of questions. Understanding your rights and taking care of yourself are important first steps. And, remember, you are not alone. What rights are there […]
What are the signs of an incomplete abortion?
Are you considering taking the abortion pill? Before you schedule your appointment, we recommend taking time to learn about incomplete abortions, understanding the symptoms, and taking steps to avoid abortion complications. What is an incomplete abortion? An incomplete abortion is a condition in which the abortion pill process does not fully expel the pregnancy tissue […]
What Is Ectopic Pregnancy?
If you have recently discovered you are unexpectedly pregnant or you think you might be, it is important to get confirmation of a positive pregnancy test. If you want to be confident in your pregnancy test results, come to Waterleaf. We offer free lab-quality pregnancy testing so you can be sure your results are accurate. […]
How to Recover Emotionally After Abortion
If you’re experiencing complex emotions or mental health struggles after abortion, you’re not alone. In fact, post-abortive women are 81% more likely to experience issues such as depression and anxiety.1 Whether your abortion was yesterday or 20 years ago, it’s never too late or too early to begin to seek healing. While healing isn’t […]
What Now – I Am Pregnant in High School
You’re pregnant in high school. If you just discovered that you’re pregnant, you may be filled with worry, anxiety, and fear. Thankfully, you’re not alone and there’s help available during this time. Waterleaf Women’s Center is here to support and guide you through this process and provide you with important information about being pregnant in […]
Recognizing the Signs of An Abusive Partner
Maybe you didn’t see the abuse sneaking into your relationship and are now unsure how to handle the beginning of abuse. Many men and women enter into a relationship with good intentions and may not recognize the warning signs of an abusive partner. Abuse is not something that begins overnight but usually builds up over […]
I’m Pregnant and Not Ready to Become a Parent
You just found out you’re pregnant, but being a parent at this stage of your life is not in your plans. It’s important to remember even though you might not feel ready to be a mom, you are capable of more than you could ever imagine. With the endless support, education, and resources available to […]
My Partner Wants an Abortion
My partner wants an abortion. What do I do? An unintended pregnancy can mean two different things to two different people. To some, it is a happy and welcome surprise. To others, being unexpectedly pregnant can be frightening. No matter what, suddenly discovering you are pregnant is a shock to everyone involved. You now have […]
