Question 1

How do I know if I am pregnant?

Accepted Answer

The easiest way to determine if you are pregnant is to take a free pregnancy test at our centre. Just because your period is late doesn’t always mean you are pregnant. Stress, hormonal changes, weight gain or loss are all possible reasons for a change in your menstrual cycle. We recommend you wait until the week after your period should have started. Learn more about our free pregnancy tests here.

Question 2

Can I walk in or do I need to make an appointment?

Accepted Answer

We do accept walk-in’s but we highly recommend that you make an appointment to make sure that we are available to meet with you, so you do not have to wait.

Question 3

How accurate is the pregnancy test?

Accepted Answer

Our tests are laboratory rated and 99% accurate. Urine-based pregnancy tests detect the hCG hormone in a pregnant woman’s system. Since the production of hCG can vary greatly from woman to woman, sometimes as much as 20 fold, time periods when a “positive” test occurs can also vary. Our pregnancy tests can often detect some women’s hCG level as early as 7 days after conception (21-24 days after the first day of your last period), although some women’s hCG level is not detectable until at least one week after a missed period.

Question 4

If I am a minor, do my parents need to know about my appointment?"

Accepted Answer

No, you do not need to inform your parents prior to a pregnancy confirmation appointment or to receive an options consultation. However, we do encourage you to involve your parents if you are pregnant.

Question 5

What do I need to bring to receive services?

Accepted Answer

You are not required to bring anything with you to receive services.

Question 6

When should I get an ultrasound?

Accepted Answer

An ultrasound is the next step following a positive pregnancy test. It will give you vital information such as how far along you are, if your pregnancy is viable, and if it is located in your uterus. This is information you will need to move forward.

Question 7

If I am unsure of what decision to make with my pregnancy can I still make an appointment?

Accepted Answer

Yes! Women considering all options are welcome here.

Question 8

How much do your services cost?

Accepted Answer

All of our services are provided at no cost to our clients.

Question 9

Do you refer for abortions?

Accepted Answer

No, we do not provide or refer for abortion services.

Question 10

Do you provide contraceptives?

Accepted Answer

We believe your doctor is best positioned to talk with you about contraceptive needs. We do not provide contraceptives or contraceptive services.

Question 11

How are you funded?

Accepted Answer

We are funded by the generous support of individuals, organizations and grants. We receive no government funding.

Question 12

Can I have a retest if my test is negative and my period still doesn’t start?

Accepted Answer

Yes, you may be scheduled for another test. The hCG hormone concentration doubles approximately every 2.2 days during the first 3 months of pregnancy.

Question 13

Is a blood test more accurate?

Accepted Answer

A urine-based pregnancy test detects hCG hormone, whereas a blood test measures the hCG level. So yes, a blood test is more accurate. We only provide urine pregnancy tests; your physician or clinic can perform a blood test, to diagnose your pregnancy.

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