How can I know if I’m pregnant?
A pregnancy test will be the first step in determining whether or not you are pregnant. You may be feeling some symptoms, but other factors can cause similar symptoms to pregnancy. Common pregnancy indicators are — a missed period, nausea or vomiting, breast tenderness and enlargement, frequent urination, and fatigue.
Taking a pregnancy test can be an emotional and overwhelming experience. We offer free pregnancy tests and the support of a trained client advocate in a confidential, caring and compassionate space. We use urine-based tests which are over 99% accurate after the first missed period.
There is no cost to use any of our services. We are not a medical clinic and as such, we do not require a health card or health coverage to access any of our services.
Following a positive pregnancy test, it is important to see a doctor. A urine pregnancy test will typically be positive after the first missed period and is considered adequate to confirm a pregnancy. However, if there is uncertainty about the diagnosis, a blood test may be required. An ultrasound is the best way to determine how far along a pregnancy is and confirm that the pregnancy is within the uterus.
Because we are not a medical facility, we cannot offer medical follow-up or treatment.
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