A pregnancy, whether planned or unexpected, brings changes not only to you physically but also emotionally. Your brain kicks into overdrive, and you begin thinking about your next steps and the options available to you.
Before moving forward, it’s essential to get as much information as possible about your pregnancy first. Believe it or not, over one in four pregnancies ends in a miscarriage. Only an ultrasound can confirm whether or not you’re actually pregnant.
At SouthWest Options for Women, we provide free limited obstetrical ultrasounds. Don’t skip this vital step. You need to know if your pregnancy is developing, its location, and how far along you are to determine your next steps.
Confirm Your Pregnancy Is Developing or You’ve Miscarried
Experts estimate that as many as 26% of all pregnancies end in a miscarriage. These are called “chemical pregnancies.” Most occur early in pregnancy. So if you took your pregnancy test early and it was positive, you should confirm the result with an ultrasound.
An ultrasound detects a fetal heartbeat around six weeks of pregnancy. If no heartbeat is detected, your pregnancy is either earlier than six weeks or you have miscarried.
Learn Your Pregnancy’s Location
It is possible for your pregnancy to implant and develop in a location other than your uterus. These types of pregnancies are called “ectopic.” Only the uterus is capable of holding a growing pregnancy.
An ectopic pregnancy often forms in a fallopian tube, which leads to the uterus. If this occurs, please consult your healthcare provider. It is a medical emergency that needs to be treated immediately to avoid serious, life-threatening complications.
Although ectopic pregnancies are rare, an ultrasound scan determines your pregnancy’s location, which is an essential step in protecting your reproductive health.
Knowing the Gestational Age
The gestational age is the total number of weeks and days you have been pregnant. An ultrasound is more accurate than tracking your last period with a calendar or app. Often, women are farther along than they realize.
Knowing your gestational age is critical if you’re considering options like abortion, which are time-sensitive, and the available type depends on how far the pregnancy has progressed.
Schedule Your Free and Confidential Limited Ultrasound
Regardless of your thoughts about your pregnancy, receiving confirmation helps protect your health and informs your next steps. SouthWest Options for Women makes the process easy with a free limited obstetrical ultrasound if you receive a positive pregnancy test at our center.
Fill out our convenient online Contact Form to schedule a pregnancy test today, or call us at (952) 938-4496. If your test is positive, we’ll provide a free ultrasound to help you get the answers you need.
We’re here for you.
At SouthWest Options for Women, we do not perform or refer for abortion.