A perspective that honors women’s experiences and calls for deeper listening When a woman steps into a doctor’s office, seeking help, she often expects two things: to be listened to and to be helped. Yet for many who use hormonal contraception or other medical birth control methods, the side effects they experience are minimized—called “normal,” “expected,” or even “all in your head.” Whether it’s through pregnancy decisions or family planning, we believe women should be bett

A drugstore pregnancy test is convenient, but unless the test is negative, you’ll need proof of pregnancy to verify viability (if the pregnancy is progressing) and to confirm how far along you are.  If you think you might be pregnant, we can conduct a medical-grade urine pregnancy test . This test detects the presence of the hormone hCG (human chorionic gonadotropin), which the body produces during pregnancy. No pesky finger pricks or needles necessary.  Proof of Pregnancy Wh

If you or someone you care about is facing an unexpected pregnancy, it’s normal to feel overwhelmed. With so much information (and misinformation) out there, it can be hard to know where to start. Next Step Women's Center is here to help you cut through the confusion and get the facts. Let’s get into it! 1 Cytotec (Misoprostol) Cytotec, or Misoprostol, is commonly used alongside Mifepristone in medical abortions. However, some people attempt to use Cytotec alone, which comes

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