An ultrasound is not an optional part of the pregnancy process but a necessary step to take to protect your health before moving forward with a pregnancy decision. Here are some reasons it’s important to confirm your pregnancy with an ultrasound today:
1. Confirm Your Pregnancy’s Location
1 in 50 pregnancies are ectopic, which means the embryo is implanted outside the uterus in a location that can’t support it. An ectopic pregnancy can progress unnoticed if an ultrasound is not done. As the pregnancy grows, it can lead to severe to life-threatening complications.
An ultrasound can detect an ectopic pregnancy so you can seek necessary treatment and prevent complications.
2. Know How Far Along You Are
Also known as gestational age, knowing how far along you are is vital to determining your available pregnancy options. The only way to confirm this pregnancy detail is with an ultrasound.
The FDA has approved medical abortion through ten weeks (70 days) of pregnancy. After this time, a provider may consider surgical abortion as a safer option for you.
3. Confirm Pregnancy Viability
A miscarriage happens in about 10-20% of known pregnancies, but the number could be even higher since many happen before women realize they are pregnant.
An ultrasound can screen for miscarriage to alert women of this complication. While many miscarriages will resolve on their own, medical intervention could be necessary in certain cases.
Free Pregnancy Services
Start with a free pregnancy test at A Choice for Women. After a positive test, we can offer a limited ultrasound and discuss all your pregnancy options. All our pregnancy services and support are free and confidential, with no insurance required.
In the event of a positive test, we can provide financial assistance that can help you. But to qualify for financial assistance, you have to come in and talk to one of our counselors.
Schedule your free appointment today. We are here by your side.