At North Care Women’s Clinic we are experts in pregnancy confirmation. We offer laboratory quality, highly accurate pregnancy testing to verify your pregnancy. Tests can detect a pregnancy 7-10 days after conception, and results are confidential.
When you come in for a free pregnancy test appointment you will meet with someone who can help you to understand the results, talk about your next step, and offer you an ultrasound to confirm the pregnancy if you are eligible.
1 in 5 pregnancies end naturally in miscarriage. An ultrasound can tell if your pregnancy is viable or you are miscarrying. You may be worrying about a decision you don’t even have to make. Wouldn’t you want to know that? North Care Women’s Clinic offers ultrasound scans free of charge to see if your pregnancy is viable.
Whether you’re thinking about parenting, abortion, or adoption, an ultrasound gives you valuable information you need to know, regardless of your decision.
An ultrasound image can determine the gestational age of the pregnancy, whether you have an intrauterine pregnancy, and the viability of the pregnancy.
To learn more, read Why Do I Need an Ultrasound?
No. All of our services are free of charge, no payment or insurance required.
Please bring a form of photo ID.
Of course. Important people in your life such as spouses, boyfriends, friends or family members are welcomed at appointments. We may simply ask them to step out for parts of the medical history or testing.
Confidential means that we can’t release your records or any information about your appointment or situation to any person or organization without written authorization for you. We understand that privacy is important in your situation, and we have taken all the steps necessary to ensure your safety and privacy. The only exception is where we are required by law regarding mandatory reporting of cases where there is physical or sexual abuse of a minor, or suicide risk.
No. Even though you are still a minor, you have the right to confidential help.
Gestational age (how far along you are in your pregnancy) may determine which option you choose. An ultrasound will determine gestational age. Click here to read more about the different abortion procedures.
North Care Women’s Clinic does not perform or refer for abortions. We are here to provide abortion education and answer questions you may have. North Care is your first step in making an informed decision about your pregnancy.
If you take the pill as prescribed, it is rare to get pregnant. However, it is not impossible. The hormones in the pill do not affect hCG levels, which is the hormone that urine pregnancy tests look for. You can schedule an appointment for an accurate laboratory quality test with us. Once you learn you’re pregnant, stop taking the birth control pill. There’s very little evidence that exposure to the hormones in birth control pills causes birth defects.
Contact the prescribing physician for guidance on continuing the pill and your pregnancy.
References:
Mayo Clinic. (2013). Birth Control Pill FAQ: Benefits, Risks, and Choices.
http://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/birth-control/in-depth/birth-control-pill/art-20045136
Everyone handles abortion differently. We are here to help you deal with anything you may be feeling. At North Care Women’s Clinic, we are here for you regardless of what choices you’ve made.
We are a faith-based nonprofit medical clinic that serves any woman facing an unplanned pregnancy, offering open and non-judgmental support, regardless of her religious beliefs or what decision she may make about her pregnancy. Our services are provided free of charge to ANYONE, regardless of race, gender, religion, or socioeconomic status.
Founded by Christians, our beliefs are one of the key reasons we feel so passionate about helping women.
What you will NOT find at North Care is judgment and condemnation (which, unfortunately, can be associated with Christians). We believe we are all in this together, and ALL need unconditional love, support, respect, and grace. At North Care, we all have things we are working through. We care because we’ve been there ourselves. We listen and support because we’ve been listened to and supported in hard times. We are in this with you, no matter where you are in life or what you do or don’t believe.
Do you still have questions about what we’re all about? We would love the chance to explain it more. Contact us to start a conversation.
All of our services are completely confidential and free. This means that you do not need insurance or any payment.
However, we ask you to bring a photo ID (such as a license or passport) to help ensure your information remains private and confidential.
It's okay. This is a stressful time, and we understand your confusion and fear. Schedule a free appointment to talk with one of our caring client advocates and a medical professional. We're always available for you. Don't go through this alone.
All our pregnancy services, including pregnancy testing, ultrasounds, classes, and consultations, are free and confidential.
Yes, you can be pregnant and have an STD at the same time. In fact, having an untreated STD while pregnant can cause serious harm to you and your pregnancy. So you must get tested immediately.
If your monthly cycle is regular (every 28 to 30 days), you can take a test one or two days after your missed period. If your periods are irregular, we suggest waiting five or six days.
The longer you wait, the more accurate your result. Even if you got a positive result from a home pregnancy test, you should verify the results with one of our free tests performed by a medical professional.
North Care Women’s Clinic offers free ultrasounds to women who are pregnant. But why do you need one?
Whether you’re thinking about parenting, abortion or adoption, an ultrasound gives you valuable information you need to know, regardless of your decision.
An ultrasound image can determine the gestational age of the pregnancy, whether you have an intrauterine pregnancy, and the viability of the pregnancy.
Gestational age is the common term used during pregnancy to describe how far along the pregnancy is. It is measured in weeks, from the first day of the woman's last menstrual cycle to the current date. A normal pregnancy can range from 38 to 42 weeks.
It is determined by measuring the size of the fetus.
An ultrasound is the most accurate way to date a pregnancy.
Your gestational age is an important piece of information to know if you are considering carrying, as you can monitor the progress of your pregnancy at various stages. It is helpful in determining your due date.
If you’re considering abortion, your gestational age also determines what kind of procedure you have. Read our abortion information for more information about what kind of procedure is performed up to how many weeks.
This means that the fetus is developing inside the uterus and that you do not have an ectopic pregnancy, which is a pregnancy outside of the uterus. Learn more about pregnancy complications.
A viable pregnancy is a healthy pregnancy inside the uterus that is not ending naturally. Basically, checking for a viable pregnancy is checking to see if you are having a miscarriage. Learn more about pregnancy complications.
An ultrasound shows whether the fetus is in the uterus and has a heartbeat, which would show that it is progressing normally.
It is. If your pregnancy is ending naturally you will not need an abortion. That is important information to know before you schedule a procedure.
If you think you are miscarrying you should contact your doctor or OB/GYN.
North Care Women’s Clinic offers FREE ultrasounds to equip you with all the resources you need to make your decision. Don’t you think you owe it to yourself to find out about YOUR body? Call us today at 215.855.2424 to make an appointment.
If you are sexually active, you could likely have an STD (sexually transmitted disease). We offer free STD/STI testing and treatment for chlamydia, gonorrhea, trichomoniasis, and BV, which is especially important if you are pregnant. Take advantage of this free service for better overall physical and sexual health.
