How to Exercise Safely During Pregnancy?

Staying active during pregnancy has numerous benefits for you and your baby, including improved mood, reduced pregnancy discomfort, and easier labor and recovery. However, exercising safely and adjusting as your body changes is essential.  Here are some tips for maintaining a safe and effective workout routine throughout your pregnancy. (Looking for free pregnancy resources and

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Budgeting for the Unexpected: How to Manage Unplanned Pregnancy Costs

Finding out you’re unexpectedly pregnant can feel financially overwhelming. We get it. With the cost of everything on the rise, the thought of adding any extra expenses right now probably feels like adding another weight to an already heavy situation.  However, there is good news! By creating a practical budget and taking advantage of free

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Can STIs Go Away on Their Own?

Sexually transmitted infections (STIs), also known as sexually transmitted diseases (STDs), are infections passed from one person to another through sexual contact. If you have an STI, it will not go away on its own and will need treatment. Understanding STIs, their symptoms, and the importance of treatment is crucial for maintaining sexual health. This

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3 Reasons to Take Advantage of Free STI Testing

Are you sexually active? If so, STI testing and treatment is an essential part of protecting your reproductive health.  At Bright Hope Pregnancy Support Centers, we offer free STI testing and treatment for women because we believe you deserve to have access to the essential services you need to stay healthy. This article will explore

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My Period Is Late. What Do I Do?

If your period is late, you’re likely worried that there’s a possibility you’re pregnant. Whatever you’re thinking and feeling right now, it’s understandable. However, it’s important to take a deep breath and realize that there are steps you can take to get answers. This article will highlight strategies for moving forward. Or, if you want

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Could I Be Pregnant and Not Know It?

Yes, it’s possible to be pregnant and not know it. This is because some women don’t experience early pregnancy symptoms.  If you think there’s a chance that you could be pregnant, the only way to know for sure is to get a pregnancy test—and if your test is positive, follow up with an ultrasound. At

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Are STDs Contagious?

Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs), also known as sexually transmitted infections (STIs), are bacterial, viral, parasitic, or fungal infections that are spread via bodily fluids and/or sexual contact. STDs are highly contagious during sexual activity because this is when an individual will come into contact with another person’s bodily fluids (semen, vaginal secretions, saliva, etc.).  This

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When Am I Most Likely to Get Pregnant?

You are most likely to get pregnant if you have sex during ovulation, the process through which a mature egg is released from the ovary and moves from the fallopian tube.  However, many factors go into getting pregnant; this article will explore some of those details. But if you think you might already be pregnant

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I’m Afraid of How My Partner Will React to My Unplanned Pregnancy

Finding out you’re pregnant can be scary, and if you add the stress of worrying about your partner’s reaction, this can amount to an overwhelming feeling.  But there are steps you can take to reduce your stress—which is essential for your health right now. This article will cover strategies for telling your partner the news.

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What Do I Need to Know if I Am Pregnant in High School?

If you’re facing an unexpected pregnancy and still in high school, it’s essential to know that you have rights—and you can succeed academically, no matter what pregnancy decision you make. Read on to learn more about your rights as a pregnant student and the resources available to help you succeed. Or, if you want to

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