Unplanned Pregnancy

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4 Questions to Ask Before Deciding to Parent

May 19, 2021

Deciding to parent your baby is a beautiful and overwhelming choice. If your pregnancy is unexpected, these emotions are often magnified. Despite what you may have heard from the media, popular culture, and elsewhere, it is possible to parent your baby with the support and resources you need. It’s a big and exciting decision and we are so excited for you. If you are …

The Perfect Option for Students: Four Reason Why

May 14, 2021

Choice, Healthcare, Pregnancy Test, STDs, Unplanned Pregnancy

Posted by Kelly Wilcox

Are you a student facing an unplanned pregnancy, or think you might be pregnant? Maybe you have a friend that needs your support? When you’re a student, making decisions about pregnancy can seem overwhelming. The good news is that there is help! Clearway Clinic is a non-judgmental clinic here to answer your questions and provide information about pregnancy, abortion alternatives, adoption, and more. If …

What to Expect at Your First Appointment

May 7, 2021

Healthcare, Unplanned Pregnancy, What to Expect

Posted by Kelly Wilcox

Whether you’re pregnant unexpectedly or know someone who is, taking the first step to look into your options is scary. Many women are not familiar with pregnancy resource centers, and if they are, they may have heard some concerning misinformation about them. So, what can you expect at your first appointment at Clearway Clinic? We exist to help educate clients with all of the …

The Pros and Cons of Adoption

April 7, 2021

Adoption, Choice, Unplanned Pregnancy

Posted by Kelly Wilcox

If you or someone you know faces an unplanned pregnancy and parenting is not something you feel ready for, abortion is not the only option available to you. Adoption is a great choice if you don’t want to or cannot parent but you decide that abortion is also not something you can consider. It’s important to consider that adoption is not the same as …

What Is Embryo Adoption?

January 21, 2021

Adoption, Unplanned Pregnancy

Posted by Kelly Wilcox

Although we mainly discuss topics related to unplanned pregnancies and the options for those seeking alternatives to abortion, technology has allowed for some exciting developments for families struggling to conceive. One of those is embryo adoption. You’re probably familiar with more traditional adoption options, but increased technological advances now make it possible for an infertile couple to adopt a child from an embryo. Read …

What to Do after a Positive Pregnancy Test

January 5, 2021

Pregnancy, Support, Unplanned Pregnancy

Posted by Kelly Wilcox

Have you recently had a positive pregnancy test? It’s scary and overwhelming, especially when a pregnancy is unexpected or unplanned. Especially in the immediate moments after seeing a positive test, you probably feel scared and unsure. So, what can you do after you see that positive result — even if you’re not sure you’re ready to parent? DON’T PANIC Even if you feel like …

About Abortion Survivors and the Born Alive Protection Bills

December 22, 2020

Abortion, Unplanned Pregnancy

Posted by Kelly Wilcox

One of the more controversial bills surrounding anti-abortion laws has to do with the Born Alive Protection legislature. This legislation seeks to protect the lives of babies born following a failed abortion. The discussion is similar to the arguments both for and against late-term abortions, although the instances for babies born alive are rarer than the latter. HOW MANY? Out of the total number …

Why At Home Abortions Are So Dangerous

November 19, 2020

Abortion, Abortion Pill, Pregnancy, Unplanned Pregnancy

Posted by Kelly Wilcox

Abortions are risky procedures regardless of where they take place. You may have an abortion in a hospital, but it is still an invasive procedure. There are risks and side effects with every form of abortion, including medically induced abortions. However, at-home abortion pills, despite being illegal in the United States, are still sold online. While ordering abortion pills online may sound appealing to …

Under 18 and Pregnant?

October 20, 2020

Adoption, Pregnancy, Support, Unplanned Pregnancy

Posted by Kelly Wilcox

Are you pregnant? An unplanned pregnancy is difficult for anyone to come to terms with. However, there’s added pressure when you’re under the age of 18. You probably have several important questions. What are your rights? Will your information be kept confidential? What if you don’t have a safe place to live? Isn’t abortion your only practical option? These questions are common, and you …

3 State Funded Programs to Help You Parent in Massachusetts

September 29, 2020

Childcare, Support, Unplanned Pregnancy

Posted by Kelly Wilcox

When facing an unplanned pregnancy, it’s understandable to feel scared, overwhelmed and unsure of the future. Although abortion may seem like the answer, there are other ways to find support that you may not even be aware of now. And the good news is that they’re not as complicated as you might think. EMOTIONAL SUPPORT Raising a child is a wonderful but difficult task. …

HAD AN ABORTION? YOUR FEELINGS ARE VALID. HEAL FROM YOUR ABORTION WITH SUPPORT SERVICES

September 8, 2020

Abortion, Unplanned Pregnancy, What to Expect

Posted by Kelly Wilcox

Have you had an abortion? Whether it was yesterday or decades ago, the physical and emotional side effects from an abortion are real. It’s perfectly understandable to struggle with feelings of grief, isolation and regret after an abortion, and you are not alone. If you are experiencing these intense feelings, talking through your circumstances could be beneficial for you. In fact, even if you …

3 Ways Guys Can Help Their Partner During an Unplanned Pregnancy

August 28, 2020

Abortion, Adoption, Father of the Baby, Unplanned Pregnancy

Posted by Kelly Wilcox

While most of our content addresses concerns from women, our team at Clearway Clinic supports men as well. Whether you’re a partner, family member or friend, you play an important role, especially during a shocking event like an unplanned pregnancy. In this post, we address several ways you can support the woman in your life who may feel like she’s run out of options …

Clearway Clinic and Planned Parenthood

July 28, 2020

Abortion, Pregnancy, Unplanned Pregnancy, What to Expect

Posted by Kelly Wilcox

If you’ve recently discovered Clearway Clinic, you’re probably wondering what makes us different from Planned Parenthood and similar clinics. Why should you choose us? What sets us apart and how does that benefit you? There are several ways in which our team at Clearway Clinic works diligently to provide a unique, caring, and safe experience for all of your clients – including you! This …

Birth Control vs Morning After Pill

July 1, 2020

Abortion, Abortion Pill, Birth Control, Birth Control Pill, IUDS, Morning After Pill, Unplanned Pregnancy

Posted by Kelly Wilcox

Although they are different, birth control and the morning after pill do have some similarities. You might wonder if they are essentially the same thing; after all, the goal of both birth control and the morning after pill is to prevent pregnancy. There are side effects to each one and ultimately, they have specific effects that are not expressly mentioned in marketing materials. But …

How Does the Morning After Pill Work?

June 25, 2020

Abortion, Abortion Pill, Morning After Pill, Pregnancy, Signs & Symptoms, Unplanned Pregnancy

Posted by Kelly Wilcox

The “Morning After Pill”. Plan B. No matter how it’s called, the purpose of these medications is for emergency contraception. How does it work? Is it similar to the abortion pill? What are the side effects? We will answer all of these questions and more in this blog post. HOW DOES THE MORNING AFTER PILL WORK? The Morning After Pill is not the abortion …

Alternatives to Abortion

June 18, 2020

Abortion, Adoption, Pregnancy, Unplanned Pregnancy

Posted by Kelly Wilcox

If you are facing an unplanned pregnancy, it’s normal to feel scared, alone, and unsure of what options are available to you. That’s a big reason why Clearway Clinic exists. We want to help you discover alternatives to abortion if you feel parenting is not the best choice for you and your baby. WHAT IS ADOPTION? Put simply, adoption involves legally giving your child …

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