Women's Resource Blog

You are in the bathroom, staring at the double line of a positive pregnancy test. Maybe this was planned, or maybe it is a complete surprise to you. Emotions, thoughts, possibilities, and maybe some fears fly through your head. Questions start to pop up: “Who do I tell?” “Where do I go?” “What is my next step?” If you have recently had a positive pregnancy test, and you are experiencing a bit of this internal chaos, here are 3 things that Life’s Choices needs you to know.  #1

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

Are at-home abortions, or “medical abortions,” safe? Unfortunately, there is no easy yes or no answer to that question. Like many things...

It might seem counter-intuitive to schedule an ultrasound before an abortion. However, there are several reasons why this is advised. Here are five reasons we recommend scheduling an ultrasound before taking the abortion pill (also known as a medical abortion). 1. CONFIRMS IF YOU ARE, IN FACT, PREGNANT A home pregnancy test is accurate but not perfect. It is possible to have false positive or false negative results. An ultrasound will confirm the pregnancy which is then sen

If you’ve recently found out you’re pregnant and are considering your options, it’s important to look at all the facts surrounding...

Perhaps you are dealing with an unplanned pregnancy right now and are considering your options. In this time of pandemic with sometimes...

Life’s Choices is dedicated to being a place of support for women and families experiencing unexpected pregnancies as well as an educational resource for those seeking to foster healthy relationships. With offices in both Kutztown and Hamburg, Pennsylvania, we love serving the Berks County community by providing free resources and creating an environment of hope and healing for our clients. Jordan, one of Life’s Choices clients, recently shared her story of coming to Life’s

There are some things in life no one can explain unless you’ve experienced it yourself. And there are some decisions only you can make,...

“Abortion is a major decision with emotional and psychological consequences. If you’re considering this procedure, make sure you...

Stress is a part of everyday life, but stress, COVID-19 and pregnancy together can feel overwhelming. Protecting your physical and mental...

Pregnancy is a big deal, and whether a woman was hoping to become pregnant or was caught completely off guard, that woman needs support...

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

It’s not unusual for a woman to contact our office asking a key question: “Am I pregnant?” The signs of pregnancy can vary from woman to...

Whether a negative pregnancy test causes you to feel intense relief or deep disappointment, after the initial emotion wears off you may...

There’s so much to think about when you find out you are expecting a baby. At Life’s Choices, we work with lots of pregnant mamas...

Pregnancy can be exciting, but some moms find it overwhelming. Others may find it a little scary. And, if we’re honest, most pregnant...

The growth of a baby in utero takes on average 280 days from the first day of a woman’s last menstrual period (LMP). Although pregnancy...

At Life’s Choices, our mission is to be a place of hope and help for women and families facing unplanned pregnancies and seeking to...

At Life’s Choices, we love seeing new clients at both our Kutztown and Hamburg, Pennsylvania locations, be it for pregnancy tests, STD testing or educational classes. We know it can feel intimidating to walk through the doors for a first time. Can we set your mind at ease by letting you know what to expect? A FRIENDLY FACE All of our staff choose to work at Life’s Choices because we love and care about the people in our Berks County community (and beyond). So, expect to be

Our team at Life’s Choices loves getting to provide free resources for women and families in the Berks County, Pennsylvania community...