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What To Expect At Your First Appointment
Curious about Life’s Choices? We can answer your questions! Whether you are visiting us for a pregnancy test, an ultrasound, an STD test, or for parenting resources, we’ll be happy to see you. Here are a few things you can expect to see at your first appointment! – A Clean & Inviting Space – At both of our office locations (Hamburg & Kutztown), we make it a priority to keep our space warm and professional. When someone new walks through our doors, they will be welcomed and c

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Aug 16, 20233 min read


What Exactly is a “Crisis Pregnancy Center?”
The phrase “crisis pregnancy center” may not be familiar to some. To help the local community understand our mission and purpose, here’s...

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Feb 21, 20225 min read


Free Pregnancy and Family Services in Berks County, Pennsylvania
At Life’s Choices we offer a variety of free services focused on pregnancy, family relationships and much more. With locations in...

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Feb 19, 20213 min read


What Should I Know About Abortion?
“Abortion is a major decision with emotional and psychological consequences. If you’re considering this procedure, make sure you...

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Aug 31, 20204 min read


“What Do I Do if I’m Pregnant and Have an STD?”
No one wants to find themselves with an STD and certainly not when they are pregnant. Being pregnant does not provide extra protection against STDs for you or your baby, so taking the usual precautions if you are sexually active to prevent one is necessary. An untreated STD can have serious effects on you and your baby , so it is important for you to be aware of these harmful effects and to protect both you and your baby from them. WHAT TO DO Many doctors routinely screen f

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Jul 30, 20202 min read


Reproductive Health Screening Prior to Abortion
Life’s Choices is not an abortion provider, nor do we recommend or refer for abortion. However, if you are considering terminating your pregnancy, we have several services offered free-of-charge for your optimal health and safety prior to an abortion procedure. Life’s Choices can provide you with a reproductive health screening that includes testing and treatment for sexually transmitted infections (STIs), and a pregnancy confirmation ultrasound. We recommend these preliminar

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Jul 7, 20202 min read


What to Know About STDs: Five Common Questions
Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs) are defined as an infection or disease that is transmitted through sexual contact caused by...

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Jun 11, 20203 min read
Could the Results of My Home Pregnancy Test Be Wrong?
Whether a negative pregnancy test causes you to feel intense relief or deep disappointment, after the initial emotion wears off you may...

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May 27, 20202 min read


How Do I Know if I Need STD Testing?
“If you are sexually active, getting tested for sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) is one of the most important things you can do to protect your health.” – Center for Disease Control (CDC) At Life’s Choices, in partnership with the Pennsylvania Department of Health , we provide free STD testing, education and treatment for gonorrhea and chlamydia. Although they are not the only two STDs that exist, they are two of the most commonly diagnosed in the United States. The CDC

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Feb 26, 20203 min read


Here for You: Free Pregnancy and Family Resources
At Life’s Choices, we provide a variety of free pregnancy and family resources for the Berks County, Pennsylvania community and beyond....

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Jan 8, 20203 min read
STD Factor
It’s no secret that as the years go by teens and young adults are becoming more and more sexually active at a younger age. Sex has become...

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Jan 26, 20163 min read


I Hope You Have The Time Of Your Life
How To Have A College Experience With No Regrets: If you’re starting your freshman year of college you’ve probably heard at least one...

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Aug 26, 20153 min read
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