AM I PREGNANT?

Symptoms:

  • Missed period
  • Nausea and/or vomiting
  • Breast tenderness
  • Weight gain
  • Dizziness
  • Fatigue (tiredness)

Pregnancy tests:

  • Home pregnancy tests are available in stores without a prescription
  • They are very accurate
  • If the first test is negative, but you are still experiencing symptoms, take another test
  • If the results are positive, go see a doctor to confirm the test and get a physical examination.  Find a Clinic near you.

Emergency Contraception (EC):

  • Often called the morning after pill
  • Emergency Contraception is a pill that prevents pregnancy after unprotected sex or if a barrier method fails.  Like, for instance, if a condom breaks
  • EC works up to 5 days after the event of unprotected sex
  • Men and women 17 years of age or older can get EC at most drug stores
  • Men and women 16 years of age or younger need a prescription for EC

To get an EC prescription or learn more about EC visit http://www.ezec.org/GetEC.aspx 

or

Call 1-866-ECFIRST (1-866-323-4778)

I need someone to talk to

Regardless of what you decide, there are people in our community who are here to help and support you.  We recommend talking with a parent or trusted adult if at all possible.  There are local resources available to help you think through your decision and make a plan that is best for you:

 

 

 

 

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